Exam quiz Human Performance and Limitations - BPL Gas Balloon Pilot Licence

Question 1

Which characteristic is important when choosing sunglasses used by pilots?

Accepted Answer

Non-polarised

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Curved sidepiece

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Unbreakable

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No UV filter

Question 2

The average decrease of blood alcohol level for an adult in one hour is approximately...

Accepted Answer

0.01 percent

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0.3 percent

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0.03 percent

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0.1 percent

Question 3

The majority of aviation accidents are caused by...

Accepted Answer

Human failure

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Technical failure

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Geographical influences

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Meteorological influences

Question 4

Which of the human senses is most influenced by hypoxia?

Accepted Answer

The visual perception (vision)

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The tactile perception (sense of touch)

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The olfactory perception (smell)

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The auditory perception (hearing)

Question 5

What is the percentage of nitrogen in the atmosphere?

Accepted Answer

78 %

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0.1 %

Answer

21 %

Answer

1 %

Question 6

For what approximate time period can the short-time memory store information?

Accepted Answer

10 to 20 seconds

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3 to 7 seconds

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30 to 40 seconds

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35 to 50 seconds

Question 7

Which of the following qualities are influenced by stress? 1. Attention 2. Concentration 3. Responsiveness 4. Memory

Accepted Answer

1, 2, 3, 4

Answer

2, 4

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1

Answer

1, 2, 3

Question 8

At which point in the diagram will a pilot find himself to be overstrained? See figure (HPL-002) P = Performance A = Arousal / Stress

Accepted Answer

Point D

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Point B

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Point C

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Point A

Question 9

Visual illusions are mostly caused by...

Accepted Answer

Misinterpretation of the brain

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Binocular vision

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Rapid eye movements

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Colour blindness

Question 10

What is a latent error?

Accepted Answer

An error which remains undetected in the system for a long time

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An error which has an immediate effect on the controls

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An error which is made by the pilot actively and consciously

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An error which only has consequences after landing

Question 11

The ongoing process to monitor the current flight situation is called...

Accepted Answer

Situational awareness

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Anticipatory check procedure

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Situational thinking

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Constant flight check

Question 12

Regarding the communication model, how can the use of the same code during radio communication be ensured?

Accepted Answer

By the use of radio phraseology

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By the use of proper headsets

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By a particular frequency allocation

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By using radios certified for aviation use only

Question 13

Which of the following symptoms may indicate hypoxia?

Accepted Answer

Blue discolouration of lips and fingernails

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Blue marks all over the body

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Muscle cramps in the upper body area

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Joint pain in knees and feet

Question 14

Air consists of oxygen, nitrogen and other gases. What is the approximate percentage of other gases?

Accepted Answer

1 %

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21 %

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0.1 %

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78 %

Question 15

What is the function of the red blood cells (erythrocytes)?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen transport

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Immune defense

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Blood sugar regulation

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Blood coagulation

Question 16

What is an indication for a macho attitude?

Accepted Answer

Risky flight maneuvers to impress spectators on ground

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Quick resignation in complex and critical situations

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Comprehensive risk assessment when faced with unfamiliar situations

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Careful walkaround procedure

Question 17

What is the best combination of traits with respect to the individual attitude and behaviour for a pilot?

Accepted Answer

Extroverted - stable

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Introverted - unstable

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Introverted - stable

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Extroverted - unstable

Question 18

At which altitude is the atmospheric pressure approximately half the MSL value (1013 hPa)?

Accepted Answer

18000 ft

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5000 ft

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22000 ft

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10000 ft

Question 19

The "Swiss cheese model" is used to explain how an accident can result from...

Accepted Answer

Error chain

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Optimal problem solution

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State of readiness of a pilot

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Procedure for an emergency landing

Question 20

Which dangerous attitudes are often combined?

Accepted Answer

Macho and invulnerability

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Impulsivity and carefulness

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Self-abandonment and macho

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Invulnerability and self-abandonment

Question 21

In which situation is it NOT possible to achieve a pressure compensation between the middle ear and the environment?

Accepted Answer

The Eustachian tube is blocked

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During a light and slow climb

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Breathing takes place using the mouth only

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All windows are completely closed

Question 22

Which altitude marks the lower limit where the body is unable to completely compensate the effects of the low atmospheric pressure?

Accepted Answer

12000 feet

Answer

7000 feet

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22000 feet

Answer

5000 feet

Question 23

What is the percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere at 6000 ft?

Accepted Answer

21 %

Answer

78 %

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12 %

Answer

18.9 %

Question 24

In what different ways can a risk be handled appropriately?

Accepted Answer

Avoid, reduce, transfer, accept

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Avoid, reduce, delay, accept

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Detect, report, monitor, ignore

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Accept, continue, improvise, review

Question 25

A risk factor for decompression sickness is...

Accepted Answer

Scuba diving prior to flight

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100 % oxygen after decompression

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Sports

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Smoking

Question 26

Under which circumstances is it more likely to accept higher risks?

Accepted Answer

Due to group-dynamic effects

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During check flights due to a high level of nervousness

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During flight planning when excellent weather is forecast

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If there is not enough information available

Question 27

Which labelled point represents the highest performance and the ideal level of arousal in the diagram? See figure (HPL-002). P = Performance; A = Arousal / Stress.

Accepted Answer

Point C

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Point A

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Point D

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Point B

Question 28

Carbon monoxide poisoning can be caused by...

Accepted Answer

Smoking

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Unhealthy food

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Alcohol

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Little sleep

Question 29

Which statement is correct with regard to the short-term memory?

Accepted Answer

It can store 7 (±2) items for 10 to 20 seconds

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It can store 5 (±2) items for 1 to 2 minutes

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It can store 3 (±1) items for 5 to 10 seconds

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It can store 10 (±5) items for 30 to 60 seconds

Question 30

Which factor can lead to human error?

Accepted Answer

The bias to see what we expect to see

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Double check of relevant actions

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To be doubtful if something looks unclear or ambiguous

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Proper use of checklists

Question 31

From which altitude on does the body usually react to the decreasing atmospheric pressure?

Accepted Answer

7000 feet

Answer

12000 feet

Answer

2000 feet

Answer

10000 feet

Exam simulation Human Performance and Limitations - BPL Gas Balloon Pilot Licence

Exam simulation EASA BPL Gas Balloon Theory in English Human Performance and Limitations 120 questions on 120 minutes

Exam simulation Human Performance and Limitations - BPL Gas Balloon Pilot Licence

Exam simulation EASA BPL Gas Balloon Theory in English Human Performance and Limitations 120 questions on 120 minutes

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