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When driving through construction zones, you should: |
Watch for Sharp pavement drop - offs |
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Which of the following is true about the use of reflective emergency triangles? |
If you stopped on a hill or curve comma it's necessary to place them as much as 500 feet out to provide adequate warning |
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When driving a vehicle with a height of over 13 feet, you should: |
Stop and check before proceeding if you are unsure of the clearance |
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The proper way to load a vehicle is: |
Keep the load balance in the cargo area |
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When driving at night, you should: |
Adjust your vehicle speed so as to keep your stopping distance within your sight distance |
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While driving you're looking ahead of your vehicle. What's the best way to do that? |
Look back and forth and near and far |
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According to the commercial driver's license manual comma why should you limit the use of your vehicle's horn? |
It may startle other drivers |
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If you break down on a level, straight, 4 - Lane , divided highway , where should you place the reflective emergency triangles? |
One 10 feet feet from the rear of the vehicle, 1 approximately 100 feet from the rear of the vehicle, and one about 200 feet from the rear of the vehicle |
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Bridge formulas are designed to: |
Permit less maximum axle weight for axles that are closer together |
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If you drive through Heavy Rain or standing water, your brakes may get wet. What can this cause to happen when you apply the brakes? |
Trailer jackknife |
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Statistics prove that most serious skids are a result of: |
Driving too fast for conditions |
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Which of the following should you not do? |
Flash your brake lights if someone is following too closely |
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Controlled braking is: |
Applying firm brake pressure, but not to the point of lock-up |
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Stab braking is not used on vehicles: |
With anti-lock brakes |
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What three factors add up to the total stopping distance for a commercial motor vehicle without air brakes? |
Perception distance, reaction distance and braking distance |
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You're driving on a straight and level roadway at 60 MPH and suddenly a tire blow out on your vehicle. What should you do first? |
Grip the steering wheel firmly with both hands and stay off the brakes until the vehicle has slowed down |
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When traveling down a long downgrade, you should always: |
Use the breaking effect of the engine |
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Which of the following statements about backing a commercial motor vehicle to a doc is not true? |
Since you can't see behind you, you should back slowly until you bump the dock |
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Shifting gears properly is important because: |
Doing so helps you maintain control of the vehicle |
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As alcohol begins to build up in the body, which of the following is affected first? |
Judgement and self-control |
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Which of the following is true? |
Tires of mismatched sizes should not be used on the same vehicle |
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Controlled braking is: |
Used when the goal is to keep the vehicle in a straight line while braking |
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Hazardous materials placecarding is an example of: |
Communication |
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At what blood alcohol concentration (bac) will you be placed out of service for 24 hours? |
Any detectable amount |
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When you see a hazard in the roadway in front of you, you should: |
Turn on your 4-way flashers or flash your brake lights to warn others |
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When starting a commercial motor vehicle on level, dry pavement, it is not usually necessary to: |
Apply the parking brake Press the accelerator while popping the out the clutch |
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Which of the following is true concerning cold weather driving? |
You should use windshield washer fluid which contains and antifreeze |
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You're traveling down a long grade, and you notice your brakes are not working as well as they had been. You should: |
Stop as quickly as you can |
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Why do the Hazardous Materials regulations exist? |
To provide for safe drivers and equipment To communicate a risk To contain the product |
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Water will extinguish which of the following fires? |
Tire |
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Which of the following happens when a tire blows at high speed? |
You will feel a vibration |
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Which of the following is true about tire pressure? |
As temperature increases so does air pressure in the tires |
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When fighting a fire, which is most correct? |
Aim the fire extinguisher at the base of the fire |
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"Over-the-counter" medication used to treat the common cold: |
Often can make you sleepy and should not be used while driving |
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Which of the following conditions May reduce a skid? |
Driving too fast for conditions Over breaking Over steering |
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What is the purpose of a pre-trip inspection? |
To make sure the vehicle is safe to operate |
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Your vehicle is 40 feet long and you are traveling at 50 mph. The safe following distance is: |
5 Seconds |
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Which of the following statements about causes of vehicle fires is true? |
Poor trailer ventilation can cause cargo to catch fire |
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Convex (curved) mirrors will: |
Show a wider area than flat mirrors |
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After you start your engine, which of the following should occur? |
The water temperature will indicate a grade rise to normal operating temperature |
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Which of the following is a true statement? |
Short-term or daily rental truck drivers are often not used to driving a large vehicle and may pose a hazard to you |
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Which of the following can you not check at the same time? |
Turn signal, brake lights, and 4-way flashers |
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The commercial driver's manual says you should use your horn: |
If it may help you to avoid a collision |
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What is hydroplaning? |
When your vehicle wheels lift off the roadway on a thin film of water |
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Can federal inspectors inspect your truck or bus? |
Yes, and they have the authority to place you out of service |
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If you're being tailgated, you should: |
Increase your following distance |
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How many missing or broken leaves in a leaf spring will cause your vehicle to be placed out of service? |
One-fourth of the total |
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Which of the following is true about rear drive wheel skids when braking? |
If it occurs with a vehicle towing a trailer, the trailer can push the towing vehicle sideways |
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Which of the following statements is true? |
Many commercial motor vehicle accidents occur between midnight and 6 am |
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A first offense for driving a CMV under the influence of alcohol or drugs will cause you to lose your CDL for at least: |
One year |
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You are traveling down a long, steep hill. Your brakes get so hot that they fail. What should you do? |
Look for an escape ramp or escape route |
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The venter gravity of a load: |
Can make a vehicle more likely to up over on curves if it is high |
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To prevent a load from shifting, there should be at least one Yue down for every ____ feet of cargo. |
10 |
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What is the proper way to hold a steering wheel? |
With tour hands placed on opposite sides of the wheel |
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You are driving a 40-foot vehicle at 35 moh. The road is dry and visibility is good. What is the least amount of space you should keep in front of your vehicle to be safe? |
4 seconds |
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Which of these statements about drinking alcohol is true? |
A few beers have the same effect in driving as a few shots of whiskey or a few glasses of wine |
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While driving, ice builds up on your wipers and they no longer clean the windshield. You should? |
Stop safely and fix the problem |
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What is counter steering? |
Turning the wheel back in the other direction after steering to avoid a traffic emergency |
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Which of these statements about driving in areas with string winds is true? |
Winds are a big problem when a truck comes out of tunnels |
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To help you stay alert while driving, you should: |
Take short breaks before you get drowsy |
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You do not have a Hazardous Materials Endorsement on your Commercial Driver's License. You can drive a vehicle hauling hazardous materials when: |
The vehicle does not require placards |
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Cargo inspection: |
Should be performed after every break you take while driving |
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Retarders: |
Can cause the driver wheels to skid when they have poor traction |
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You are driving a new truck with a manual transmission. What gear will you probably use to take a log steep downhill grade? |
The lower gear that you would use to climb the hill |
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Which of these statements about marking a stopped vehicle is true? |
If a hill or curve keeps drivers behind you from seeing the vehicle withing 500 feet move the rear refective triangle back down the road to give adequate warning |
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A vehicle is loaded with very little weight on the drive axle. What may happen? |
Poor traction |
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Which of these statements about speed management is true? |
You should choose a speed that let's you stop within the distance that you can see ahead |
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Which of these statements about speed management is true? |
You should choose a speed that let's you stop within the distance that you can see ahead |
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Which of these best describes how you should use the brake pedal on a steep downhill grade? |
Light, steady pressure |
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Which of these statements about double clutching and shifting is true? |
You can use the tachometer to yell you when to shift |
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Which of these statements about using turn signals is true? |
When turning, you should signal early |
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Every time you leave your vehicle you should: |
Apply the brake |
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Which of these statements about cargo loading get is true? |
State laws dictate legal weight limits |
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Which of these is a good thing to do when driving at night? |
Keep your speed slow enough that you can stop within the range of your headlights |
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If your vehicle catches fire while you are driving, you should: |
Park in and open area |
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How far ahead of the truck should a driver look while driving? |
12-15 seconds |
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You are checking your tires for a pre-trial inspection. Which of these statements is true? |
Ties of mismatched size should not be used on the same wheel |
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How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks? |
Firmly push down the pedal for 5 seconds and see if it moves |
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You can see see a marking on a vehicle ahead of you. The marking is a red triangle with an orange center. What does the marking mean? |
It may be a slow-moving vehicle |
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An en route inspection should include checking for: |
Tire overheating and brake overheating Cargo securement |
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You are driving In the right lane of a four-legged undivided road. You cone over a hill and find a car stopped ahead in your lane. You do not have room to stop. The hill blocks your view to the rear. The shoulder is clear. Which of these is most likely the best action to take? |
Steer to the right |
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Where or when should you test the stopping action of your service brakes? |
When the truck is moving at about 5 mph |
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Which of these is not part of the pre-trial inspection of the engine compartment? |
Valve clearance |
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Which of these statements about backing a heavy vehicle is true? |
You should avoid backing whenever you can |
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Cargo covers: |
Protect people from spilled cargo May be a safety required in some states |
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High beams should be: |
Used when it is safe and legal to do so |
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Which of these is the st important thing to remember about emergency braking? |
If the wheels are skidding, you cannot control the vehicle |
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Which of these statements about managing space is true? |
When the road is slippery, you need more space to stop. |
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Which of these statements about drugs is true? |
Use of drugs can lead to accidents and/or arrest |
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You must park on the side of a level, straight, two-lane road. Where should you place the reflective triangles? |
One within 10 feet of the rear of the vehicle, one about 100 feet to the rear, and one about 100 feet to the front of the vehicle |
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The road you are driving on becomes very slippery due to glare ice. Which of these is a good thing to do in such a situation? |
Stop driving as soon as you can safely do so |
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To correct a drive-wheel braking skid, you should: |
Stop braking, turn quickly, and counter steer |
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Which of these statements about tires and hot weather driving is true? |
You should inspect you tires two hours or every 100 miles when driving in very hot weather |
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Your truck is in a traffic emergency and may collide with another vehicle if you do not take action. Which of these is a good rule to remember at such a time? |
You can almost always turn to miss an obstacle more quickly than you can stop |
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Which fires can you use water to put out? |
Tire fires |
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What should you do when your vehicle hydroplanes? |
Release the accelerator |
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Which of these statements about downshifting is true? |
When you downshift for a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve |
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You are starting you vehicle from a stop. As you apply power to the driver wheels, they start to spin. You should: |
Take your foot off the accelerator |
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When the roads are slippery, you should: |
Make turns as gently as possible |
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Which of these statements about brakes is true? |
The heavier a vehicle or the faster it is moving, the more heat the brakes have to absorb to stop it. |
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Stab braking: |
Involves releasing the brakes only after the Wheels lock up |
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When driving through work zones, you should: |
Turn on your flashers and Drive slowly Use your brake lights to warn drivers behind you |
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You are driving a vehicle at 55 mph on dry pavement. About how much total stopping distance will you need to bring it to a stop? |
The length of a football field |
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Cargo that can shift should have at least _____ tie down(s): |
Two |
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If a straight vehicle ( no trailer or articulation) goes into a front wheel skid. It will: |
Go straight ahead even if the steering wheel is turned |
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Which of these statements about certain types of cargo is true? |
Unstable loads such as hanging meat or livestock can require extra caution on curves |
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Which of these statements about accelerating is true? |
Rough acceleration can cause mechanical damage |
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You are driving a heavy vehicle. You must exit the highway using an off-ramp that curves down hill. You should: |
Slow down to a safe speed before the curve |
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A key principle to remember about loading cargo is to keep the load: |
Balanced in the cargo area |
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You are driving on a straight straight, level Highway at 50 mph. There are no vehicles in front of you. Suddenly a tire blows out on your vehicle. What should you do first? |
Stay off the brake until the vehicle has slowed down |
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Which of these is a good thing to remember when Crossing or entering traffic with a heavy vehicle? |
Heavy Vehicles need larger gaps in traffic than cars |
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Which of these statements about staying alert to drive is true? |
Sleep is the only thing that can overcome fatigue |
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Which of these is a good thing to remember about using mirrors? |
There are "blind spots" that your marriage cannot show you |
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Your vehicle has hydraulic brakes. While traveling on a level Road you press the brake pedal and find that it goes to the floor. Which of these statements is true? |
Pumping the brake pedal may bring the pressure up so you can stop the vehicle |
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Brake "fade": |
Can be caused by the brakes getting very hot |
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You are driving on a two-lane road. An oncoming driver drifts into your lane and is headed straight for you. Which of these is most often the best action to take? |
Steer to the right |
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Which of these statements about engine overheating is true? |
You should never remove the radiator cap on a pressurized system until the system has cooled |
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You are driving a truck with a manual transmission. You have to stop the truck on the shoulder while driving on an uphill grade. Which of these is a good rule to follow when putting Back In Motion up the grade? |
Use the parking brake to hold the vehicle until the clutch engages |
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A vehicle is loaded with most of the weight on the steering axle. What may result? |
Hard steering and possible damage to the tires |
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You are driving a 40-foot vehicle at 58 mph. Driving conditions are ideal (dry pavement, good visibility). What is the least amount of space that you should keep in front of your vehicle to be safe? |
5 Seconds |
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Which of these is a good thing to do when steering to avoid a crash? |
Do not turn any more than needed to clear what is in your way |
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You are checking your wheels and rims for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true? |
Rust around wheel nuts May mean that they are loose |
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You do not have a hazardous material endorsement on your commercial driver's license. You are asked to deliver hazardous materials in a place card vehicle. You should: |
Refuse to haul the load |
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As the blood alcohol concentration (bac) goes up, what happens? |
Judgement and self-control are affected |
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If you need to leave the road in a traffic emergency, you should: |
Avoid braking until your speed has dropped to about 20 mph. |
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You should stop driving: |
Whenever you become sleepy |
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Which of these statements about downshifting on a long downhill grade is true? |
It allows engine compression and friction to help slow the vehicle |
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If you must drive through deep puddles or flowing water, which of these steps can help keep your brakes working? |
Gently putting on the brakes while driving through the water |
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When looking ahead of your vehicle while driving you should look: |
Back and forth, near and far |
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Escape ramps are: |
Used to stop runaway vehicles |
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When driving at night, you should: |
Adjust your speed to keep your stopping distance within your sight distance |
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Which of these statements about cold weather driving is true? |
Windshield washer antifreeze should be used |
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When should you wear a safety belt? |
Anytime you're in a moving vehicle |
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Controlled braking: |
Is used to keep a vehicle in a straight line for breaking |
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How do you correct a rear wheel acceleration skid? |
Stop accelerating |
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Which of these is not a good rule to follow when caring for injured to an accident scene? |
Keep injured persons cool |
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For your safety, when setting reflective triangles you should: |
Hold the triangles between yourself and oncoming traffic |
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The most common cause for serious skidding of a vehicle is: |
Driving too fast for road conditions |
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Sometimes the heavy Vehicles managed to drive slower than traffic. Which one of these signals isn't a good rule to follow when vehicles are tailing you? |
Signal to other drivers when it is safe for them to pass you |
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The most important reason for being alert to hazards is: |
You will have time to plan Escape if hazards become an emergency |
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Hydroplaning: |
Is more likely if tire pressure is low |
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If you are being tailgated, you should: |
Increase your following distance |
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Which of these statements about overhead clearance is true? |
The weight of a vehicle changes its height |
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Which of these statements about vehicle fires is true? |
A burning fire should be cooled with water |
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The parking brake should be tested while the vehicle is: |
Moving forward slowly |
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Which of these is a good rule to follow when using a fire extinguisher? |
Aim at the base of the fire |
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While driving, you'll see a small (1-foot square) cardboard box ahead in your lane. You should: |
Steer around it without making a sudden or unsafe move |
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In a pre-trip inspection, what should your tires look like? |
Tires should not be mismatch inside and play , nor worn or damaged |
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In a pre-trip inspection, what should you check for in your wheels and rims? |
Look for rust around wheel nuts, which indicates looseness Cracked or damaged wheels or rims Mismatched or lock rims |
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During a pre-trip inspection, check your brakes and suspension system for: |
Brake shoes and pads with fluid in them Shoes worn thinner than 1/4 inch Crack, missing, or broken parts |
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Federal and state laws prohibit driving an unsafe vehicle, so you should make sure that you fix which of the following problems? |
A small leak of power steering fluid Steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees (two inches on a 20-inch wheel A leak in the exhaust system |
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You should always have which of the following Emergency Equipment in your vehicle? |
At least one fire extinguisher Warning triangles Spare electrical fuses |
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During a pre-trip inspection, don't expect which of the following in your engine compartment? |
Valve clearance |
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Before the trip and while traveling, but sure you check for? |
Cargo security Vehicle gauges Tires |
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During an rout inspection, what should you check? |
Brakes and tires Coupling devices Cargo |
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How do you start you vehicle on an uphill grade? |
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle from rolling backwards and then engage the clutch |
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How should you accelerate? |
Accelerate smoothly so you won't cause coupling damage |
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When you start after stopping and your drive wheels begin to spin, what should you do? |
Take your foot off the accelerator |
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How should you hold the steering wheel? |
With your hands on 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock respectively |
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Hyroplaning |
Occurs when water or slush forms a film between the tires and the road Can occur at any speed Is more likely to occur when tire pressure is low |
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At night you should always: |
Make sure that your stopping distance is within your sight distance |
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What can cause you to skid? |
Over accelerating |
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To correct the drive-wheel acceleration skid, you should: |
Stop accelerating and push in the clutch |
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How do you correct a tractor rear-wheel braking skid? |
Don't brake, turn quickly, and countersteer |
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Retarders: |
Help slow the vehicle and reduces brake wear |
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When using retarders, what is a major concern? |
They may cause the drive wheels to skid when the traction is poor |
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While driving, you should look ahead: |
12 to 15 seconds |
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When traveling at highway speed, you should look ahead: |
1/4 of a mile |
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You should check the mirrors to see: |
The location of the rear of your vehicle in a turn The condition of some of your tires Traffic gaps when merging |
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What is important to remember about using mirrors? |
Even when using mirrors, there may be "blind spots". |
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Which of the following is true when using your turn signal? |
When turning, signal early |
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Which of the following is true about using your vehicle lights? |
During the day, use headlights when it's raining or snowing Flash your brake lights to warn those behind you that you are stopping Turn on your lights when you are parked on the side of the road |
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Which of the following is true about how to mark a stopped vehicle? |
If you are stopped longer than ten minutes, put out reflective triangles at spaces of 10, 100 and 200 feet from the vehicle |
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Avoid using your horn because: |
It may startle other drivers |
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Speed and weight have what type of effect on stopping distance? |
The heavier the vehicle, the more the brakes have to stop |
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Who is responsible for making sure the cargo is not overloaded? |
The driver |
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Why should you cover the cargo? |
To protect the cargo and keep it from spilling |
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What is important to know about loading cargo? |
Make sure that the cargo is low and even |
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On the freeway during rush hour where most cars are going 35 mph, the safest speed for your vehicle is: |
35 mph |
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Whenever you are being tailgated, you should: |
Increase the space in front of you |
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During hot weather, your tires: |
Should be inspected every 150 miles or every three hours |
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If your engine begin to overheat, what should you do? |
Stop as soon as possible and shut off your engine |
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When traveling down a steep hill, how should you use your brakes? |
Light, even, and steady pressure |
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What is the meaning of the red triangles with an orange center on the back of a vehicle? |
The vehicle is slow moving |
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To avoid a crash, you should: |
Don't turn any more than needed to avoid a crash |
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Countersteering is: |
Turning the wheel back in the other direction once you've passed something in your path |
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If an oncoming vehicle drifts into your lane on a two-line road, what should you do? |
Steer to the right to avoid the vehicle |
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When can you use your brakes if you must leave the road in an emergency? |
When your speed stops to about 20 miles per hour |
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If you are on the right shoulder going 55 mph, what is the safest way to get onto the road? |
Stay on the shoulder if it is clear and come to a stop, then return to the road when it's safe |
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What is controlled braking? |
Keeping the vehicle in a straight line when braking |
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If your hydraulic brakes go out, what should you do? |
Try pumping the brakes to generate pressure Downshift Use the parking brake |
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Sign(s)of tire failure is (are): |
A loud bang Heavy steering Vibration |
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If you have a blowout in your front tire on a level highway at 50 mph, what should you do first? |
Stay off the brake until the vehicle slows |
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Which of the following is true about backing? |
Helpers should be used Back toward the driver side of the vehicle when you have a choice Avoid backing whenever you can |
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Which of the following is true about double-clutching and shifting? |
Use you tachometer and road speed to tell you when to shift |
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What is important about downshifting? |
Downshifting before you enter a curve |
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During a front-wheel skid, what will the vehicle do? |
Continue to go straight, even when you steer |
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What can cause a truck fire? |
Tires with low air pressure An electrical short circuit Flammable cargo |
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Use a B:C fire extinguisher on: |
Burning liquids and electrical fires Wood and paper fires Cloth fires |
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Use the A:B:C fire extinguisher on: |
Burning liquids and electrical fires Wood and paper fires Cloth fires |
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You can use water on what type of fires: |
Tire fires |
