Exam quiz Human factor and limitations - EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

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

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By the use of radio phraseology

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By using radios certified for aviation use only

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By the use of proper headsets

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By a particular frequency allocation

Question 2

What is the meaning of "risky shift"?

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The tendency to accept higher risks in groups

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Crossing of rudder and ailerons on short final

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Spontaneous change of landing direction when the runway has an upslope

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Seat adjustment in flight

Question 3

A good threat and error management habit is to...

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identify threats early and plan barriers

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ignore minor threats

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rush checklists

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avoid briefing passengers

Question 4

A cracked cabin heat exchanger can cause which hazard?

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Cracks in the heat exchanger.

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Fuel or hydraulic fluids.

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Generator failure.

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Pitot icing.

Question 5

Complacency is a risk due to...

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Increased cockpit automation.

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The high number of mistakes normally made by humans.

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The high error rate of technical systems.

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Better training options for young pilots.

Question 6

What should a private pilot remember about dehydration?

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It can reduce concentration and physical performance

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It is relevant only above FL200

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It is useful only after landing

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It improves G tolerance

Question 7

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

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10 to 20 seconds

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35 to 50 seconds

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30 to 40 seconds

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3 to 7 seconds

Question 8

An acceleration during a straight horizontal flight can lead to the illusion of...

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A climb.

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A descent.

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An inverted flight.

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A bank.

Question 9

Which human performance statement is correct? Stress normally becomes harmful when...

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demands exceed perceived ability to cope

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It is prevented by flying faster

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It cancels legal weather minima

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the checklist is used

Question 10

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

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18000 ft

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5000 ft

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10000 ft

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22000 ft

Question 11

Which human performance statement is correct? A high workload may cause...

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reduced situational awareness

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It cancels legal weather minima

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perfect decision-making

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It improves judgement in all cases

Question 12

At about 15000 ft during a long cross-country, what should the pilot remember?

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serious hypoxia risk exists without supplemental oxygen

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It always improves reaction time

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It is measured by the altimeter

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It affects only passengers

Question 13

At about 12000 ft when workload is high, what should the pilot remember?

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time of useful consciousness becomes a consideration

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It removes the need for checklists

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It is a maintenance issue

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hypoxia is impossible below FL 200

Question 14

The connection between middle ear and nose and throat region is called...

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Eustachian tube.

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Eardrum.

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Cochlea.

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Inner ear.

Question 15

What is the correct operational meaning of situational awareness?

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It requires continuous monitoring of aircraft state, position, weather and plan

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It is only a radio procedure

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It is fixed before take-off and never changes

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It affects only passengers

Question 16

What is an indication for a macho attitude?

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Risky flight maneuvers to impress spectators on ground

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Careful walkaround procedure

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Comprehensive risk assessment when faced with unfamiliar situations

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Quick resignation in complex and critical situations

Question 17

In what different ways can a risk be handled appropriately?

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Avoid, reduce, transfer, accept

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Extrude, avoid, palliate, transfer

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Ignore, accept, transfer, extrude

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Avoid, ignore, palliate, reduce

Question 18

Which of the following is responsible for the blood coagulation?

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Blood plates (thrombocytes)

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Red blood cells (erythrocytes)

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Capillaries of the arteries

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White blood cells (leucocytes)

Question 19

Which of the following options does NOT stimulate motion sickness (disorientation)?

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Non-accelerated straight and level flight

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Head movements during turns

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Flying under the influence of alcohol

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Turbulence in level flight

Question 20

Which human performance statement is correct? An early symptom of hypoxia may be...

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impaired judgement and euphoria

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It is unrelated to workload

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It is a maintenance issue

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It is measured by the altimeter

Question 21

The blind spot is caused by...

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the point where the optic nerve leaves the eye

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the lens changing shape

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the eardrum moving

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the semicircular canals

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for hypoxia?

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Diving

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Smoking

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Menstruation

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Blood donation

Question 23

Anemic hypoxia can be caused by...

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Carbon monoxide poisoning.

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Low pressure.

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High altitudes.

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Alcohol.

Question 24

During cross-country planning, how should fatigue be understood by a private pilot?

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It reduces alertness, judgement and performance

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It is solved by ignoring symptoms

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It is prevented by flying faster

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It is a fuel contamination symptom

Question 25

Which part of the visual system is responsible for colour vision?

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Cones

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Rods

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Macula

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Blind spot

Question 26

Which human performance statement is correct? Good cockpit resource management for a single pilot includes...

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using checklists and managing workload deliberately

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It is measured by the altimeter

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ignoring passengers

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It replaces pre-flight planning

Question 27

A useful initial action for suspected hyperventilation is to...

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control breathing and reduce the breathing rate

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climb immediately

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drink alcohol

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hold the breath until unconscious

Question 28

What is the percentage of nitrogen in the atmosphere?

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78 %

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1 %

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21 %

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0.1 %

Question 29

Which human performance statement is correct? Dehydration can lead to...

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reduced concentration and performance

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lower workload

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It is a radio navigation error

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It is unrelated to workload

Question 30

Which human performance statement is correct? A pilot with a cold should be cautious because...

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blocked sinuses or ears can cause barotrauma

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colds remove fatigue

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It improves judgement in all cases

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It is solved by ignoring symptoms

Question 31

Which human performance statement is correct? Medication before flight should be...

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assessed for aeromedical fitness and side effects

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mixed with alcohol

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It is solved by ignoring symptoms

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It removes the need for checklists

Question 32

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

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21 %

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12 %

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78 %

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18.9 %

Question 33

Which human performance statement is correct? The IMSAFE checklist includes...

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illness, medication, stress, alcohol, fatigue and eating/emotion

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It improves judgement in all cases

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It is a radio navigation error

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It is prevented by flying faster

Question 34

For safe PPL(A) operation, which option correctly describes hyperventilation?

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It can cause dizziness and tingling and may be confused with hypoxia

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It is a fuel contamination symptom

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It improves decision-making

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It is solved by ignoring symptoms

Question 35

Which human performance statement is correct? The otolith organs sense...

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linear acceleration and gravity

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It is relevant only above FL200

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It is a maintenance issue

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radio frequency

Question 36

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

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1, 2, 3, 4

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2, 4

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1

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1, 2, 3

Question 37

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

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Due to group-dynamic effects

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If there is not enough information available

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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

Question 38

A Grey-out is the result of...

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Positive g-forces

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Hypoxia

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Tiredness

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Hyperventilation

Question 39

What is the correct operational meaning of fatigue?

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It reduces alertness, judgement and performance

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It improves judgement in all cases

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It removes the need for checklists

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It is a maintenance issue

Question 40

Stress normally becomes harmful when...

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demands exceed perceived ability to cope

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the pilot plans early

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the checklist is used

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weather is checked

Question 41

Which human performance statement is correct? Alcohol before flight...

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impairs performance and is incompatible with safe flying

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improves judgement at low dose

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It improves judgement in all cases

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It replaces pre-flight planning

Question 42

What is correct about dehydration?

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It can reduce concentration and physical performance

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It is a radio navigation error

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It is prevented by flying faster

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It cancels legal weather minima

Question 43

For pre-flight preparation, what is the correct operational meaning of workload management?

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Tasks should be prioritised so aircraft control is protected

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It is prevented by flying faster

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It is measured by the altimeter

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It improves judgement in all cases

Question 44

When reviewing the flight, what is correct about hypoxia?

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It can impair judgement and performance before the pilot fully recognises it

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It is a maintenance issue

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It occurs only underwater

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It replaces pre-flight planning

Question 45

Which human performance statement is correct? A somatogravic illusion during acceleration may make the pilot feel...

Accepted Answer

a false nose-up attitude

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It always improves reaction time

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It is useful only after landing

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It is measured by the altimeter

Question 46

The leans are associated with...

Accepted Answer

vestibular illusions after prolonged or unnoticed turns

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fuel contamination

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carburettor icing

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low oil pressure

Question 47

Which human performance statement is correct? The blind spot is caused by...

Accepted Answer

the point where the optic nerve leaves the eye

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It improves judgement in all cases

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It removes the need for checklists

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It cancels legal weather minima

Question 48

At about 10000 ft when workload is high, what should the pilot remember?

Accepted Answer

oxygen deficiency becomes more relevant and judgement may be affected

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It is a radio navigation error

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It always improves reaction time

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It is useful only after landing

Question 49

Which human performance statement is correct? Ear pain during descent is usually related to...

Accepted Answer

pressure difference across the eardrum

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low fuel pressure

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It replaces pre-flight planning

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It is unrelated to workload

Question 50

Good cockpit resource management for a single pilot includes...

Accepted Answer

using checklists and managing workload deliberately

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doing every task from memory

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avoiding ATC information

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ignoring passengers

Question 51

A high workload may cause...

Accepted Answer

reduced situational awareness

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perfect decision-making

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no effect on communication

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better memory in all cases

Question 52

At about 12000 ft during a long cross-country, what should the pilot remember?

Accepted Answer

time of useful consciousness becomes a consideration

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It is relevant only above FL200

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It is unrelated to workload

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It is measured by the altimeter

Question 53

Which statement is correct for visual scanning?

Accepted Answer

A systematic scan improves traffic detection in VMC

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It improves judgement in all cases

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It is relevant only above FL200

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It is useful only after landing

Question 54

What does the term "confirmation bias" mean?

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The preference to find arguments to proof the own mental model

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The feedback loop in a closed communication

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The bias to confirm each radio call

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The critical check of ambiguous situations in flight

Question 55

How should fatigue be understood by a private pilot?

Accepted Answer

It reduces alertness, judgement and performance

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It affects only passengers

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It is a radio navigation error

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It is prevented by flying faster

Question 56

The "swiss cheese model" can be used to explain the...

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Error chain.

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Procedure for an emergency landing.

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Optimal problem solution.

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State of readiness of a pilot.

Question 57

What should a private pilot remember about alcohol and medication?

Accepted Answer

They can make a pilot unfit to fly even when symptoms seem minor

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It improves judgement in all cases

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It is solved by ignoring symptoms

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It is a radio navigation error

Question 58

What is the correct operational meaning of workload management?

Accepted Answer

Tasks should be prioritised so aircraft control is protected

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It removes the need for checklists

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It is unrelated to workload

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It cancels legal weather minima

Question 59

At about 15000 ft when workload is high, what should the pilot remember?

Accepted Answer

serious hypoxia risk exists without supplemental oxygen

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It is prevented by flying faster

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It is useful only after landing

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It cancels legal weather minima

Question 60

What is correct about startle effect?

Accepted Answer

It can delay or disrupt the first response to an unexpected event

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It is unrelated to workload

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It improves memory instantly

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It replaces pre-flight planning

Question 61

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

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Extroverted - stable

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Introverted - unstable

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Introverted - stable

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Extroverted - unstable

Question 62

Which human performance statement is correct? Motion sickness is more likely when...

Accepted Answer

visual and vestibular cues conflict

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It is a fuel contamination symptom

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It affects only passengers

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It removes the need for checklists

Question 63

How should passenger management be understood by a private pilot?

Accepted Answer

Briefing passengers and managing distractions supports cockpit safety

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It is prevented by flying faster

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It is a maintenance issue

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It is a fuel contamination symptom

Question 64

At about 12000 ft during a day VFR flight, what should the pilot remember?

Accepted Answer

time of useful consciousness becomes a consideration

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night vision is always improved

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hypoxia is impossible below FL 200

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alcohol has no effect at altitude

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