8/13/25, 2:48
PM
BNSF PRACTICE EXAM #1 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE
GRADED A+
Terms in this set (157)
End-of-Train Telemetry Device
-Mounted on the end of a freight train.
-Indicates the end of the train and provides
brake pipe pressure readings to the crew in the
ETD cab.
-When armed to HTD, it provides capability in
the cab to initiate an emergency brake
application from the rear of the train.
-Sometimes referred to as FRED or SBU
CROSSOVER A track w/ switches @ both ends that connect 2
adjacent tracks.
-used primarily to move from one track to another.
DUAL CONTROL SWITCH Power-operated switch, a moveable frog & a de-
rail that can also be operated by hand .
DOUBLE TRACK 2 MT where the current of traffic on one track is
in a specified direction and the current of
traffic on the other track is in the opposite
direction.
ABSOLUTE SIGNAL A block or interlocking
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signal w/o a number plate. 1
may be designated by an
"A" marker
AUTOMATIC BLOCK A series of consecutive blocks governed by block
SIGNAL SYSTEM signals, cab signals, or both.
-signals are activated by a train or by certain conditions
that affect the block use.
CTC A block system that uses block signal indications to
authorize train movements.
An interlocking contains signals appliances that
INTERLOCKING are interconnected so that each of their
movements follows the other in a proper
sequence.
-may be operated manually or automatically
Rules Hierarchy: #1 Track Bulletin
Rules Hierarchy: #2 General Orders
Rules Hierarchy: #3 Timetable | SSI
Rules Hierarchy: #4 TDCOM | GCOR
DEFINE: TRACK BULETINS A notice containing restrictions and other conditions
affecting train movement
DEFINE: GENERAL Information related to rules or operating practices
ORDERS
DEFINE: SSI Explanation of characters placed in the timetable
station column
When two or more Leading Unit
engines are coupled,
which one is the
identifying unit? (GCOR
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5. 11)
DEFINE TRACK BULLETIN: Speed restrictions
FORM A
DEFINE TRACK BULLETIN: Protects men & equipment
FORM B
DEFINE TRACK BULLETIN: Used for other conditions on main tracks and sidings
FORM C
What would indicate this Marker
is the rear of the train?
(GCOR 5.10)
When two sets of Trains consisting entirely of passenger equipment
numbers are shown on
permanent speed signs,
what does the greater
number govern? (GCOR
5.5)
A red flag will be Employee in charge
displayed at locations
where trains must stop.
Who may provide
permission for the train
to proceed before a
stop is made? (GCOR
5.4.7)
At night, if a train's head A white light must be used in their place, and the train
light and ditch dispatcher must be notified.
lights fail to operate,
what must be done?
(GCOR 5.9.3)
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PM
BNSF PRACTICE EXAM #1 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST UPDATE
GRADED A+
Terms in this set (157)
End-of-Train Telemetry Device
-Mounted on the end of a freight train.
-Indicates the end of the train and provides
brake pipe pressure readings to the crew in the
ETD cab.
-When armed to HTD, it provides capability in
the cab to initiate an emergency brake
application from the rear of the train.
-Sometimes referred to as FRED or SBU
CROSSOVER A track w/ switches @ both ends that connect 2
adjacent tracks.
-used primarily to move from one track to another.
DUAL CONTROL SWITCH Power-operated switch, a moveable frog & a de-
rail that can also be operated by hand .
DOUBLE TRACK 2 MT where the current of traffic on one track is
in a specified direction and the current of
traffic on the other track is in the opposite
direction.
ABSOLUTE SIGNAL A block or interlocking
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20
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PM
signal w/o a number plate. 1
may be designated by an
"A" marker
AUTOMATIC BLOCK A series of consecutive blocks governed by block
SIGNAL SYSTEM signals, cab signals, or both.
-signals are activated by a train or by certain conditions
that affect the block use.
CTC A block system that uses block signal indications to
authorize train movements.
An interlocking contains signals appliances that
INTERLOCKING are interconnected so that each of their
movements follows the other in a proper
sequence.
-may be operated manually or automatically
Rules Hierarchy: #1 Track Bulletin
Rules Hierarchy: #2 General Orders
Rules Hierarchy: #3 Timetable | SSI
Rules Hierarchy: #4 TDCOM | GCOR
DEFINE: TRACK BULETINS A notice containing restrictions and other conditions
affecting train movement
DEFINE: GENERAL Information related to rules or operating practices
ORDERS
DEFINE: SSI Explanation of characters placed in the timetable
station column
When two or more Leading Unit
engines are coupled,
which one is the
identifying unit? (GCOR
2/
20
, 8/13/25, 2:48
PM
5. 11)
DEFINE TRACK BULLETIN: Speed restrictions
FORM A
DEFINE TRACK BULLETIN: Protects men & equipment
FORM B
DEFINE TRACK BULLETIN: Used for other conditions on main tracks and sidings
FORM C
What would indicate this Marker
is the rear of the train?
(GCOR 5.10)
When two sets of Trains consisting entirely of passenger equipment
numbers are shown on
permanent speed signs,
what does the greater
number govern? (GCOR
5.5)
A red flag will be Employee in charge
displayed at locations
where trains must stop.
Who may provide
permission for the train
to proceed before a
stop is made? (GCOR
5.4.7)
At night, if a train's head A white light must be used in their place, and the train
light and ditch dispatcher must be notified.
lights fail to operate,
what must be done?
(GCOR 5.9.3)
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