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Wheel rims that have had welding repairs: a. should not be used. b. should be placed in the front. c. are safe. d. None of the above. |
a. should not be used |
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On dry pavement, the braking distance when travelling at 55 mph is about: a. 142 feet. b. 419 feet. c. 61 feet. d. 216 feet. |
d. 216 feet |
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Drivers should inspect their cargo and its securing devices within the first _______ after beginning the trip. a. 15 miles b. 50 miles c. 25 miles d. 100 miles |
b. 50 miles |
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Skids happen whenever: a. tires lose their grip on the road. b. dual tires come in contact with each other. c. ABS is not working. d. the weight limit is exceeded. |
a. Tires loose their grip on the road |
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In vehicles with air brakes, the air compressor governor: a. controls when the air compressor will pump air into the air storage tanks. b. controls when the air storage tanks will pump air into the air compressor. c. controls how much air the air compressor will pump into the air storage tanks. d. None of the above. |
a. controls when the air compressor will pump air into the air storage tanks |
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For safety during a trip, you should: a. watch gauges for signs of trouble. b. use your senses to check for problems. c. check critical items when you stop. d. All of the above. |
d. All of the above |
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To prevent fire, during the en route inspection you should check the tires, wheels, and truck body for signs of: a. a fire extinguisher. b. ice. c. front-wheel skids. d. heat. |
d. Heat |
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If you are involved in a collision and not seriously hurt, you should: a. do your best to care for the injured. b. protect the area. c. notify the authorities. d. All of the above. |
d. All of the above |
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When you leave your vehicle you should: a apply the service brake. b. release the parking brake. c. leave the key in the ignition. d. None of the above. |
d. None of the above |
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You should be aware that many car drivers closely follow large vehicles especially: a. in the city b. on the highway c. in bad weather d. when crossing a bridge |
c. in bad weather |
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Backing is dangerous because: a. you have to turn the steering wheel toward the direction you want to go b. you cannot see everything behind your vehicle c. you need to back toward the passenger driver side so you can see d. cargo may fall out. |
b. you cannot see everything behind your vehicle |
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When is it safe to remove the radiator cap?
a. Whenever coolant has to be added to the system. b. As soon as you've stopped, as long as the engine is not hot c. It is always safe. d. When you can touch the radiator cap with your bare hand. |
d. when you can touch the radiator cap with your bare hand |
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Distracted driving can cause accidents. To avoid distractions while on the road, you should:
a. plan your route while driving only if there are no cars around you. b. smoke, eat, and drink only when traffic conditions allow. c. limit the use of your mobile phone to the first hour of driving. d. turn off all communication devices. |
d. turn off all communication devices |
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Truck tractors with air brakes built after March 1, 1997, are required to be equipped with:
a. anti-lock brakes. b. a rear backup camera. c. hydraulic brakes. d. GPS |
a. anti-lock brakes |
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After a trip:
a. you should replace the battery. b. you should get the oil changed. c. you should inspect the vehicle. d. you should place the vehicle out of service. |
c. you should inspect the vehicle |
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If a shipping paper describes both hazardous and non-hazardous products, the hazardous materials must be:
a. entered first. b. identified by an "H" placed before the shipping description. c. listed at the bottom. d. written in a larger font. |
a. entered first |
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The Gross Combination Weight (GCW) is:
a. the weight of the vehicle, trailer, and cargo. b. the weight of the vehicle and its trailer(s). c. the total weight of a single vehicle including its load. d. the weight of the trailer and cargo. |
a. the weight of the vehicle, trailer, and cargo |
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If another driver is following you too closely, you should:
a. decrease your following distance. b. immediately pull over to the side of the road. c. turn on your warning flashers. d. None of the above. |
d. None of the above |
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When checking the condition of wheels and rims during the pre-trip inspection, make sure that:
a. the end of the kingpin is even with the top of the fifth wheel. b. no studs, spacers, clamps, or lugs are missing, bent, or broken. c. no more than two lug nuts are missing.d. All of the above. |
b. no studs, spacers, clamps, or lugs are missing, bent, or broken |
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Air brakes:
a. can improve fuel efficiency. b. should be used only when driving on wet roads. c. are an effective way to stop large and heavy vehicles. d. are prohibited on larger vehicles. |
c. are an effective way to stop large and heavy vehicles |
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You should downshift in advance before:
a. entering a tunnel. b. crossing a bridge. c. entering the highway. d. starting down a hill or entering a curve. |
d. starting down a hill or entering a curve |
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When you are being tailgated, you should NOT:
a. increase your following distance. b. turn on your taillights. c. avoid quick changes. d. All of the above. |
b. turn on your taillights |
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.What plays a major role in mountain driving?a. Gravity
b. Speed c. Rain d. Weather |
a. gravity |
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When steering to avoid a crash, you should:
a. accelerate and steer at the same time. b. not turn any more than needed to clear the hazard. c. apply the brake while you are turning. d. lock your wheels while turning. |
b. not turn any more than needed to clear the hazard.
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To apply the parking brakes: a. push the brake pedal three times. b. pull the parking brake control knob out. c. place the parking brake control knob in Neutral. d. push the parking brake control knob in.
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b. pull the parking brake control knob out.
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