A bus driver has spent two hours cleaning and inspecting their vehicle. How many hours are they permitted to drive that day?

The correct answer is based on the regulations surrounding driving hours for commercial drivers, particularly those operating a bus. According to Ontario's driving regulations, a bus driver is allowed to operate a vehicle for a maximum of 13 hours in a day after completing a series of necessary inspections and maintenance checks.

In this scenario, since the driver has spent two hours cleaning and inspecting the vehicle, these hours do not count towards their driving limit. Therefore, after the two hours of preparation, they can still drive for a maximum of 13 hours that day.

It’s important to note that the total driving and work time should not exceed the limits set for safety reasons, ensuring that drivers remain alert and capable of safely operating their vehicle. The permitted driving hours serve to limit fatigue and encourage safe driving practices among commercial drivers. Thus, they would have a total of 13 hours available for driving after their inspection and cleaning time.