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

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

7000 feet

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2000 feet

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10000 feet

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12000 feet

Question 2

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 3

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 4

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

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

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

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

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

Question 5

A high workload may cause...

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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 6

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 cancels legal weather minima

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It improves judgement in all cases

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It removes the need for checklists

Question 7

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 8

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 9

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

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Situational awareness.

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Constant flight check.

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Situational thinking.

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Anticipatory check procedure.

Question 10

How should night vision be understood by a private pilot?

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Bright light can degrade dark adaptation

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It replaces pre-flight planning

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It removes the need for checklists

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It is unrelated to workload

Question 11

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

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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 12

What is the correct term for the system which, among others, controls breathing, digestion, and heart frequency?

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Autonomic nervous system

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Critical nervous system

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Automatical nervous system

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Compliant nervous system

Question 13

Which statement about confirmation bias is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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It can make a pilot favour information that supports the desired plan

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It guarantees correct decisions

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It improves weather minima

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It replaces alternates

Question 14

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 15

Which option correctly describes spatial disorientation?

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It is more likely when visual references are poor or misleading

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It removes the need for checklists

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It cancels legal weather minima

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It improves judgement in all cases

Question 16

Visual illusions are mostly caused by...

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Misinterpretation of the brain.

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Rapid eye movements.

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Colour blindness.

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Binocular vision.

Question 17

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 18

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 19

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 improve oxygen uptake

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colds remove fatigue

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colds improve night vision

Question 20

Which human performance statement is correct? Startle effect can be reduced by...

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training, briefing and using standard procedures

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It is a maintenance issue

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It is measured by the altimeter

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never practising emergencies

Question 21

Which statement about spatial disorientation is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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It is more likely when visual references are poor or misleading

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It occurs only on the ground

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It is prevented by ignoring instruments

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It improves in cloud without training

Question 22

Which human performance statement is correct? The safest response to deteriorating personal fitness before flight is to...

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delay or cancel the flight

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fly lower than planned

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It is solved by ignoring symptoms

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It is relevant only above FL200

Question 23

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 24

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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is acceptable if taken with food

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has no effect below 5000 ft

Question 25

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

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Oxygen transport

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Blood coagulation

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Immune defense

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Blood sugar regulation

Question 26

Which statement about visual scanning is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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A systematic scan improves traffic detection in VMC

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Looking at one point is best

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Scanning replaces radio calls

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Traffic detection is automatic

Question 27

What is the correct operational meaning of fatigue?

Accepted Answer

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 28

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 removes the need for checklists

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It is unrelated to workload

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It cancels legal weather minima

Question 29

At about 15000 ft during a day VFR flight, what should the pilot remember?

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serious hypoxia risk exists without supplemental oxygen

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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

Question 30

Which statement about decision-making is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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Conservative choices should be made early when margins reduce

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Decisions should wait until no options remain

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Passenger pressure should decide safety

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The original plan must always continue

Question 31

Which option correctly describes confirmation bias?

Accepted Answer

It can make a pilot favour information that supports the desired plan

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It cancels legal weather minima

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It improves weather minima

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It is solved by ignoring symptoms

Question 32

Which statement about workload management is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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Tasks should be prioritised so aircraft control is protected

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All tasks should be done at once

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Navigation should replace aircraft control

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Checklists should always be skipped

Question 33

What is the correct term for an involuntary and stereotypical reaction of an organism to the stimulation of a receptor?

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Reflex

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Reduction

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Virulence

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Coherence

Question 34

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

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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

Question 35

Which statement is correct for visual scanning?

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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 36

What is the function of the blood platelets (thrombocytes)?

Accepted Answer

Blood coagulation

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Immune defense

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Blood sugar regulation

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Oxygen transport

Question 37

Spatial disorientation is more likely...

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without a reliable external visual horizon

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in perfect visibility only

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when parked

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during engine shutdown

Question 38

At about 8000 ft when workload is high, what should the pilot remember?

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mild hypoxia may already affect some pilots

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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 39

For pre-flight preparation, 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 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 40

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 41

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

Accepted Answer

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 42

What is correct about hypoxia?

Accepted Answer

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

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It is unrelated to workload

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It cancels legal weather minima

Answer

It improves night vision

Question 43

Which statement about situational awareness is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

It is only a radio procedure

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It removes the need for lookout

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It is fixed before take-off and never changes

Question 44

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 45

Startle effect can be reduced by...

Accepted Answer

training, briefing and using standard procedures

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never practising emergencies

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closing the eyes

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increasing radio volume only

Question 46

The IMSAFE checklist includes...

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

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icing, magnetos, speed, altimeter, fuel, engine

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instruments, maps, squawk, autopilot, flaps, elevator

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inspection, mixture, static, alternator, frequency, ELT

Question 47

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

Accepted Answer

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 48

Which human performance statement is correct? Carbon monoxide in a light aeroplane may come from...

Accepted Answer

a leaking exhaust or cabin heat system

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It is measured by the altimeter

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It affects only passengers

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It always improves reaction time

Question 49

Medication before flight should be...

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assessed for aeromedical fitness and side effects

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taken without reading warnings

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mixed with alcohol

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ignored if bought without prescription

Question 50

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

Accepted Answer

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 51

Which human performance statement is correct? Confirmation bias means...

Accepted Answer

seeking or favouring information that confirms an expectation

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It is useful only after landing

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using checklists carefully

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It is a radio navigation error

Question 52

Which human performance statement is correct? Hyperventilation may be caused by...

Accepted Answer

stress or anxiety leading to excessive breathing

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It is useful only after landing

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It is measured by the altimeter

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too much oxygen in fuel

Question 53

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

Accepted Answer

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 54

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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Proper use of checklists

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To be doubtful if something looks unclear or ambiguous

Question 55

At about 8000 ft during a long cross-country, what should the pilot remember?

Accepted Answer

mild hypoxia may already affect some pilots

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It affects only passengers

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It removes the need for checklists

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It is a maintenance issue

Question 56

At about 8000 ft during a day VFR flight, what should the pilot remember?

Accepted Answer

mild hypoxia may already affect some pilots

Answer

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

Question 57

Which option correctly describes visual scanning?

Accepted Answer

A systematic scan improves traffic detection in VMC

Answer

It affects only passengers

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It always improves reaction time

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It is measured by the altimeter

Question 58

Which human performance statement is correct? The leans are associated with...

Accepted Answer

vestibular illusions after prolonged or unnoticed turns

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It removes the need for checklists

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It is prevented by flying faster

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It is useful only after landing

Question 59

The otolith organs sense...

Accepted Answer

linear acceleration and gravity

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magnetic variation

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engine rpm

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radio frequency

Question 60

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 61

During VFR flight planning, 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 a maintenance issue

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It is a fuel contamination symptom

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It is a weather code

Question 62

Which answer is correct concerning stress?

Accepted Answer

Stress can occur if there seems to be no solution for a given problem

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Training and experience have no influence on the occurrence of stress

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Stress and its different symptoms are irrelevant for flight safety

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Everybody reacts to stress in the same manner

Question 63

What is an appropriate reaction when a passenger during cruise flight suddenly feels uncomfortable?

Accepted Answer

Adjust cabin temperature and prevent excessive bank

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Give additional oxygen and avoid low load factors

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Avoid conversation and choose a higher airspeed

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Switch on the heater blower and provide thermal blankets

Question 64

Which factor can increase carbon monoxide in the blood and reduce oxygen transport?

Accepted Answer

Smoking.

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Little sleep.

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Alcohol.

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Unhealthy food.

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