Exam quiz Human Performance and limitations - SPL - Sailplane Pilot License

Question 1

Which optical illusion might be caused by a runway with an upslope during the approach?

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too high and therefore descents below the regular glide slope

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too low and therefore approaches the runway above the regular glide slope

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too slow and speeds up above the normal approach speed

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too fast and reduces the speed below the normal approach speed

Question 2

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

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7000 feet

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2000 feet

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10000 feet

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12000 feet

Question 3

Which answer is correct concerning stress?

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

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Everybody reacts to stress in the same manner

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Stress and its different symptoms are irrelevant for flight safety

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Training and experience have no influence on the occurrence of stress

Question 4

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

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18000 ft

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22000 ft

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10000 ft

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5000 ft

Question 5

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 6

What is the percentage of nitrogen in the atmosphere?

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78 %

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21 %

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0.1 %

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1 %

Question 7

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

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0.01 percent

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0.03 percent

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0.1 percent

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0.3 percent

Question 8

What does the term "Red-out" mean?

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"Red vision" during negative g-loads

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Falsified colour perception during sunrise and sunset

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Anaemia caused by an injury

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Rash during decompression sickness

Question 9

The occurrence of a vertigo is most likely when moving the head...

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During a turn

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During a straight horizontal flight

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During a climb

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During a descent

Question 10

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 11

A risk factor for decompression sickness is...

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Scuba diving prior to flight

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Sports

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100 % oxygen after decompression

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Smoking

Question 12

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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Blood sugar regulation

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Immune defense

Question 13

What is an indication for a macho attitude?

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Risky flight maneuvers to impress spectators on ground

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Comprehensive risk assessment when faced with unfamiliar situations

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Quick resignation in complex and critical situations

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Careful walkaround procedure

Question 14

During flight you have to solve a problem, how do you proceed?

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Primarily fly the airplane and keep it stable, then attend to the problem and keep flying the airplane

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There is no time for solving problems during flight

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Solve problem immediately, otherwise refer to the operating handbook

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Contact other pilot via radio for help, keep flying

Question 15

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

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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 16

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hyperventilation?

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Cyanosis

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Disturbance of consciousness

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Spasm

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Tingling

Question 17

What impression may be caused when approaching a runway with an upslope?

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An overshoot

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An undershoot

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A landing beside the centerline

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A hard landing

Question 18

What is the parallax error?

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Wrong interpretation of instruments caused by the angle of vision

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Misperception of speed during taxiing

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Long-sightedness due to aging especially during night

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A decoding error in communication between pilots

Question 19

Which of the following symptoms may indicate hypoxia?

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Blue discolouration of lips and fingernails

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Joint pain in knees and feet

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Muscle cramps in the upper body area

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Blue marks all over the body

Question 20

The ideal level of arousal is at which point in the diagram? See figure (HPL- 002) P = Performance A = Arousal / Stress

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Point B

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Point C

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Point D

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Point A

Question 21

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 - stable

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Introverted - unstable

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Extroverted - unstable

Question 22

Which dangerous attitudes are often combined?

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Macho and invulnerability

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Invulnerability and self-abandonment

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Self-abandonment and macho

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Impulsivity and carefulness

Question 23

What is the function of the white blood cells (leucocytes)?

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Immune defense

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Blood coagulation

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Oxygen transport

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Blood sugar regulation

Question 24

Carbon monoxide poisoning can be caused by...

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Smoking

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Alcohol

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Unhealthy food

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Little sleep

Question 25

Which answer states a risk factor for diabetes?

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Overweight

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Sleep deficiency

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Smoking

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Alcohol consumption

Question 26

Which of the human senses is most influenced by hypoxia?

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The visual perception (vision)

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The olfactory perception (smell)

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The tactile perception (sense of touch)

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The auditory perception (hearing)

Question 27

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

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1 %

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21 %

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78 %

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0.1 %

Question 28

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 5 (±2) items for 1 to 2 minutes

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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

Question 29

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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Turbulence in level flight

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Flying under the influence of alcohol

Question 30

Complacency is a risk due to...

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Increased cockpit automation

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The high error rate of technical systems

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The high number of mistakes normally made by humans

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Better training options for young pilots

Question 31

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 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 32

Which of the following is responsible for the blood coagulation?

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Blood plates (thrombocytes)

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Capillaries of the arteries

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Red blood cells (erythrocytes)

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White blood cells (leucocytes)

Question 33

Visual illusions are mostly caused by...

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Misinterpretation of the brain

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Binocular vision

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Colour blindness

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Rapid eye movements

Question 34

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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1, 2, 3

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2, 4

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1

Question 35

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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Coherence

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Virulence

Question 36

Wings level after a longer period of turning can lead to the impression of...

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Turning into the opposite direction

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Starting a climb

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Steady turning in the same direction as before

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Starting a descent

Question 37

Which factor can lead to human error?

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The bias to see what we expect to see

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Proper use of checklists

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Double check of relevant actions

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To be doubtful if something looks unclear or ambiguous

Question 38

A Grey-out is the result of...

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Positive g-forces

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Hyperventilation

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Tiredness

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Hypoxia

Question 39

Which characteristic is important when choosing sunglasses used by pilots?

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Non-polarised

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Curved sidepiece

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Unbreakable

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No UV filter

Question 40

In what different ways can a risk be handled appropriately?

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Avoid, reduce, transfer, accept

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Avoid, ignore, palliate, reduce

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Extrude, avoid, palliate, transfer

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Ignore, accept, transfer, extrude

Question 41

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

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Situational awareness

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Situational thinking

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Anticipatory check procedure

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Constant flight check

Question 42

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

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12000 feet

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5000 feet

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22000 feet

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7000 feet

Question 43

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

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21 %

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78 %

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12 %

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18.9 %

Question 44

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

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Error chain

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State of readiness of a pilot

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Procedure for an emergency landing

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Optimal problem solution

Question 45

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

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10 to 20 seconds

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3 to 7 seconds

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35 to 50 seconds

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30 to 40 seconds

Question 46

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

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Blood coagulation

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Oxygen transport

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Blood sugar regulation

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Immune defense

Question 47

The majority of aviation accidents are caused by...

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Human failure

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Technical failure

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Meteorological influences

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Geographical influences

Question 48

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

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Point D

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Point B

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Point C

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Point A

Question 49

What is a latent error?

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

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An error which only has consequences after landing

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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

Question 50

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

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Diving

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Blood donation

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Smoking

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Menstruation

Question 51

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

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Adjust cabin temperature and prevent excessive bank

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Avoid conversation and choose a higher airspeed

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Switch on the heater blower and provide thermal blankets

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Give additional oxygen and avoid low load factors

Question 52

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

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Eustachian tube

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Inner ear

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Eardrum

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Cochlea

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