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Sides Seeding CDL Training -- General Knowledge

Sides Seeding Cdl Training -- General Knowledge

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Subjects: General Knowledge

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	1.) You are traveling down a long, steep hill. Your brakes get so hot that they fail. What should you do? A) Downshift. B) Pump the brake pedal. C) Look for an escape ramp or escape route.	C) Look for an escape ramp or escape route.
	2.) The center of gravity of a load: A) Should be kept as high as possible. B) Can make a vehicle more likely to tip over on curves if it is high. C) Is only a problem if the vehicle is over-loaded.	B) Can make a vehicle more likely to tip over on curves if it is high.
	3. To prevent a load from shifting, there should be at least one tie down for every ______ feet of cargo. A) 10 B) 15 C) 20	A) 10
	4. What is the proper way to hold a steering wheel? A) With both hands close together, near the top of the wheel. B) With both hands close together, near the bottom of the wheel. C) With your hands placed on opposite sides of the wheel.	C) With your hands placed on opposite sides of the wheel.
	5. You are driving a 40-foot vehicle at 35mph. 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? A) 2 seconds. B) 4 seconds. C) 6 seconds.	B) 4 seconds.	2.7.1 - Space Ahead How Much Space? Page 2-16 CDL Manual
	6. Which of these statements about drinking alcohol is true? A) A few beers have the same effect on driving as a few shots of whiskey or a few glasses of wine. B) Coffee and fresh air will help a drinker sober up. C) Not everyone who drinks is affected by alcohol.	A) A few beers have the same effect on driving as a few shots of whiskey or a few glasses of wine.
	7. While driving, ice builds up on your wipers and they no longer clean the windshield. You should: A) Keep driving, and turn your defroster on. B) Keep driving, and spray the windshield with washer fluid. C) Stop safely and fix the problem	C) Stop safely and fix the problem.
	8. What is counter-steering? A) Steering in the opposite direction from what other drivers expect you to. B) Using the steering axle brakes to prevent over-steering. C) Turning the wheel back in the other direction after steering to avoid a traffic emergency.	C) Turning the wheel back in the other direction after steering to avoid a traffic emergency.
	9. Which of these statements about driving in areas with strong winds is true? A) Winds are a big problem when a truck comes out of tunnels. B) You should drive alongside other vehicles to help break up the wind. C) The lighter your vehicle, the less trouble you will have with the wind.	A) Winds are a big problem when a truck comes out of tunnels.
	10. To help you stay alert while driving you should: A) Schedule trips for hours you are normally asleep. B) Take cold medicine, if you have a cold. C) Take short breaks before you get drowsy.	C) Take short breaks before you get drowsy.
	11. You do not have a Hazardous Materials Endorsement on your Commercial Driver's License. You can drive a vehicle hauling hazardous materials when: A) The shipment will not cross the state lines. B) The vehicle does not require placards. C) A person who has the Hazardous Materials Endorsement rides with you.	B) The vehicle does not require placards.
	12. Cargo inspections: A) Are most often not the responsibilities of the driver. B) Should be performed after every break you take while driving. C) Are needed only if hazardous materials are being hauled.	B) Should be performed after every break you take while driving.
	13. Retarders: A) Cause extra brake wear. B) Allow you to disconnect the steering axle brakes. C) Can cause the drive wheels to skid when they have poor traction.	C) Can cause the drive wheels to skid when they have poor traction.
	14. You are driving a new truck with a manual transmission. What gear will you probably have to use to take a long, steep downhill grade? A) The same gear you would use to climb the hill. B) A lower gear than you would use to climb the hill. C) A higher gear than you would use to climb the hill.	B) A lower gear than you would use to climb the hill.
	15. Which of these statements about marking a stopped vehicle is true? A) If a hill or curve keeps drivers behind you from seeing the vehicle within 500 feet, move the rear reflective triangle back down the road to give adequate warning. B) You do not need to put out reflective triangles unless the vehicle will be stopped for 30 minutes or more. C) The vehicle's taillights should be kept on to warn other drivers.	A) If a hill or curve keeps drivers behind you from seeing the vehicle within 500 feet, move the rear reflective triangle back down the road to give adequate warning.
	16. A vehicle is loaded with very little weight on the drive axle. What may happen? A) Poor traction. B) Damage to drive axle tires. C) Better handling.	A) Poor traction
	17. Which of these statements about speed management is true? A) Empty trucks always stop in shorter distance than fully loaded ones. B) When you double your speed (go twice as fast), it will take twice the distance to stop. C) You should choose a speed that lets you stop within the distance that you can see ahead.	C) You should choose a speed that lets you stop within the distance that you can see ahead.
	18. Which of these best describes how you should use the brake pedal on a steep downhill grade? A) Light, steady pressure. B) Repeated strong pressure, then release. C) With stronger pressure as the vehicle goes downhill. D) Snubbing.	A) Light, steady pressure.
	19. Which of these statements about double clutching and shifting is true? A) Double clutching should not be used when the road is slippery. B) Double clutching should only be used with a heavy load. C) You can use the tachometer to tell you when to shift.	C) You can use the tachometer to tell you when to shift.
	20. Which of these statements about using turn signals is true? A) You do not need to use your turn signal when changing lanes in traffic on a four-lane highway. B) When turning, you should signal early. C) You should use your turn signal to mark your vehicle when it is pulled off on the side of the road.	B) When turning, you should signal early.
	21. Every time you leave your vehicle you should: A) Turn the steering wheel as far to the left as you can. B) Apply the brake. C) Leave it in gear (if it has a manual transmission).	B) Apply the brake.
	22. Which of these statements about cargo loading is true? A) The legal maximum weight allowed by a state can be considered safe for all driving conditions. B) State laws dictate legal weight limits. C) If the shipper loads the cargo, the driver is not responsible for overloading.	B) State laws dictate legal weight limits.
	23. Which of these is a good thing to do when driving at night? A) Keep your speed slow enough that you can stop within the range of your headlights. B) Look directly at oncoming headlights only briefly. C) Keep your instrument lights bright.	A) Keep your speed slow enough that you can stop within the range of your headlights.
	24. If your vehicle catches fire while you are driving you should: A) Park in an open area. B) Park where a building or trees shelter your vehicle from the wind. C) Increase your speed to put out the flames.	A) Park in an open area.
	25. How far ahead of the truck should a driver look while driving? A) 1-2 seconds B) 5-8 seconds C) 12-15 seconds	C) 12-15 seconds
	26. You are checking your tires for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true? A) Tires of mismatched sizes should not be used on the same vehicle. B) Radial and bias-ply tires can be used together on the same vehicle. C) A tread depth of 2/32 inch is safe for the front tires.	A) Tires of mismatched sizes should not be used on the same vehicle
	27. How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks? A) Move the vehicle slowly and see if it stops when you put on the brakes. B) Measure the free play in the pedal with a ruler. C) Firmly push down the pedal for 5 seconds and see if it moves.	C) Firmly push down the pedal for 5 seconds and see if it moves.
	28. You can see a marking on a vehicle ahead of you. The marking is a red triangle with an orange center. What does the marking mean? A) It may be a slow-moving vehicle. B) The vehicle is hauling hazardous material. C) It is a law enforcement vehicle.	A) It may be a slow moving vehicle.
	29. An in route inspection should include checking for: A) Tire overheating and brake overheating. B) Cargo secured properly. C) Both of the above.	C) Both of the above.
	30. You are driving in the right lane of a four-lane, undivided road. You come 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? A) Steer into the left lane. B) Steer to the right. C) Use hard breaking and brace for collision.	B) Steer to the right.	2.17 - Driving Emergencies 2.17.1 - Steering to Avoid a Crash Page 2-34 of CDL Manual
	31. Where or when should you test the stopping action of your service brakes? A) In the parking lot when the vehicle is not moving. B) When the vehicle is moving at about 5mph. C) At a special Brake Testing Center only.	B) When the vehicle is moving at about 5mph.
	32. Which of these is not part of the pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment? A) Valve clearance. B) Condition of hoses. C) Worn electrical wiring insulation.	A) Valve clearance.
	33. Which of these statements about backing a heavy vehicle is true? A) You should avoid backing whenever you can. B) Helpers should be out of the driver's sight and use only voice (spoken) signals to communicate with the driver. C) It is safer to back toward the right side of the truck than toward the driver's side.	A) You should avoid backing whenever you can.
	34. You are driving a long vehicle that makes wide turns. You want to make a left turn from Elm Street to Oak Street. There are two left turn lanes (marked "A" and "B") on Elm Street. Oak Street is a four-lane street with two lanes in each direction. You should: A) Use left turn lane "A". B) Use left turn lane "B". C) Start in left turn lane "A" and swing into left turn lane "B" just before entering the intersection.	B) Use left turn lane "B".
	35. Cargo covers: A) Protect people from spilled cargo. B) May be a safety requirement in some states. C) Both of the above.	C) Both of the above.	3.3.4 - Covering Cargo Page 3-3 CDL Manual
	36. High beams should be: A) Used when it is safe and legal to do so. B) Turned on when an oncoming driver does not dim his or her lights. C) Dimmed at the time that you get within 100 feet of another vehicle.	A) Used when it is safe and legal to do so.
	37. Which of these is the most important thing to remember about emergency braking? A) Disconnecting the steering axle brakes will help keep your vehicle in a straight line during emergency braking. B) If the wheels are skidding, you cannot control the vehicle. C) Never do it without downshifting first.	B) If the wheels are skidding, you cannot control the vehicle.
	38. You wish to turn right from one two-lane, two-way street into another. Your vehicle is so long that you must swing wide to make the turn. Which of these figures shows how the turn should be made? A) Figure A B) Figure B C) Figure C	B) Figure B
	39. Which of these statements about managing space is true? A) Driver's keeping too much space in front of their vehicles causes many accidents. B) Smaller vehicles require more space to stop than larger ones. C) When the road is slippery, you need much more space to stop.	C) When the road is slippery, you need much more space to stop.
	40. Which of these statements about drugs is true? A) A driver can use any prescription drug while driving. B) Use of drugs can lead to accidents and/or arrest. C) Both of the above are true.	B) Use of drugs can lead to accidents and/or arrest.
	41. You must park on the side of a level, straight, two-lane road. Where should you place the reflective triangles? A) One within 10 feet of the rear of the vehicle, one about 100 feet to the rear, and one about 200 feet to the rear. B) 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. C) One about 50 feet to the rear of the vehicle, one about 100 feet to the rear, and one about 100 feet to the front of the vehicle.	B) 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.
	42. 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? A) Stop driving as soon as you can safely do so. B) Downshift to stop. C) Apply the brakes often to keep the linings dry.	A) Stop driving as soon as you can safely do so.
	43. To correct a drive-wheel braking skid, you should: A) Stop braking, turn quickly, and counter-steer. B) Increase braking. C) Increase braking turn quickly, and counter-steer.	A) Stop braking, turn quickly, and counter-steer.
	44. Which of these statements about tires and hot-weather driving is true? A) The air pressure of a tire decreases as the temperature of the tire increases. B) If a tire is too hot to touch you should drive on it to cool it off. C) You should inspect your tires every two hours or every 100 miles when driving in very hot weather.	C) You should inspect your tires every two hours or every 100 miles when driving in very hot weather.
	45. 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? A) You can almost always turn to miss an obstacle more quickly than you can stop. B) Stoping is always the safest action in a traffic emergency. C) Leaving the road is more risky than hitting another vehicle.	A) You can almost always turn to miss an obstacle more quickly than you can stop.
	46. Which fires can you use water to put out? A) Gasoline fires B) Electrical fires C) Tire fires	C) Tire fires
	47. What should you do when your vehicle hydroplanes? A) Accelerate slightly B) Counter-steer hard C) Release the accelerator	C) Release the accelerator
	48. Which of these statements about downshifting is true? A) When you downshift for a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve. B) When you downshift for a hill, you should do so after you start down the hill. C) When double clutching, you should let the rpm's decrease while the clutch is released and the shift lever is in neutral.	A) When you downshift for a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve.
	49. You are starting your vehicle from a stop. As you apply power to the driver wheels, they start to spin. You should: A) Take your foot off the accelerator. B) Press harder on the accelerator. C) Try a lower gear.	A) Take your foot off the accelerator.
	50. When the roads are slippery, you should: A) Drive alongside other vehicles. B) Make turns as gently as possible. C) Stop and test the traction while going up hills.	B) Make turns as gently as possible.
	51. Which of these statements about brakes is true? A) Brakes have more stopping power when they get very hot. B) Brake drums cool very quickly when the vehicle is moving very fast. C) The heavier a vehicle or the faster it is moving, the more heat the brakes have to absorb to stop it.	C) The heavier a vehicle or the faster it is moving, the more heat the brakes have to absorb to stop it.
	52. Stab braking: A) Should never be used. B) Involves releasing the brakes only after the wheels lock up. C) Involves steady pressure on the brake pedal without locking the wheels.	B) Involves releasing the brakes only after the wheels lock up.
	53. When driving through work zones, you should: A) Turn on your flashers and drive slowly. B) Use your brake lights to warn drivers behind you. C) Do both of the above.	C) Do both of the above.
	54. It takes the body about ____ hours to get rid of the alcohol in four drinks. A) 2 B) 4 C) 6	B) 4
	55. You are driving a vehicle at 55mph on dry pavement. About how much total stopping distance will you need to bring it to a stop? A) Twice the length of the vehicle. B) Half the length of a football field. C) The length of a football field.	C) The length of a football field.
	56. Cargo that can shift should have at least ____ tie-down(s). A) One B) Two C) Three	B) Two
	57. If a straight vehicle (no trailer or articulation) goes into a front-wheel skid, it will: A) Slide sideways and spin out. B) Go straight ahead even if the steering wheel is turned. C) Go straight ahead but will turn if you turn the steering wheel.	B) Go straight ahead even if the steering wheel is turned.
	58. Which of theses statements about certain types of cargo is true? A) Unstable loads such as hanging meat or livestock can require extra caution on curves. B) Oversize loads can be hauled without special permits during times when the roads are not busy. C) When liquids are hauled, the tank should always be filled completely full.	A) Unstable loads such as hanging meat or livestock can require extra caution on curves.
	59. Which of these statements about accelerating is true? A) Rough acceleration can cause mechanical damage. B) You should feel a "jerking" motion if you are accelerating your vehicle properly. C) When traction is poor, more power should be applied to the accelerator.	A) Rough acceleration can cause mechanical damage.
	60. You are driving a heavy vehicle. You must exit a highway using an off-ramp that curves downhill. You should: A) Slow down to a safe speed before the curve. B) Slow to the posted speed limit for the off-ramp. C) Wait until you are in the curve before downshifting.	A) Slow down to a safe speed before the curve.
	61. A key principal to remember about loading cargo is to keep the load: A) To the front. B) To the rear. C) Balanced in the cargo area.	C) Balanced in the cargo area.
	62. You are driving on a straight, level highway at 50mph. There are no vehicles in front of you. Suddenly a tire blows out on your vehicle. What should you do first? A) Quickly steer onto the shoulder. B) Begin emergency braking. C) Stay off the brake until the vehicle has slowed down.	C) Stay off the brake until the vehicle has slowed down.
	63. Which of these is a good thing to remember when crossing or entering traffic with a heavy vehicle? A) Heavy vehicles need larger gaps in traffic than cars. B) The best way to cross traffic is to pull the vehicle partway across the road and block one lane while waiting for the other to clear. C) There are "blind spots" that your mirror cannot show you.	A) Heavy vehicles need larger gaps in traffic than cars.
	64. Which of these statements about staying alert to drive is true? A) A half-hour break for coffee will do more to keep you alert than a half-hour nap. B) There are drugs that can overcome fatigue. C) Sleep is the only thing that can overcome fatigue.	C) Sleep is the only thing that can overcome fatigue.
	65. Which of these is a good thing to remember about using mirrors? A) You should look at a mirror for several seconds at a time. B) Convex mirrors make things look larger and closer than they really are. C) There are "blind spots" that your mirror cannot show you.	C) There are "blind spots" that your mirror cannot show you.
	66. 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? A) You should not downshift if you have and automatic transmission. B) Pumping the brake pedal may bring the pressure up so you can stop the vehicle. C) The parking brake will not work either because it is part of the same hydraulic system.	B) Pumping the brake pedal may bring the pressure up so you can stop the vehicle.	2.1 - Vehicle Inspection. Step 7 - Test for Hydraulic Leaks. Page 2-7 of CDL Manual
	67. Brake "fade": A) Can be caused by the brakes getting very hot. B) Can be corrected by letting up on the brakes for 1-2 seconds and then putting them on again. C) Is a problem that only occurs with drum brakes.	A) Can be caused by the brakes getting very hot.
	68. 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? A) Hard braking. B) Steer to the right. C) Steer onto the left shoulder.	B) Steer to the right.
	69. Which of these statements about engine overheating is true? A) If your engine overheats within 20 miles of the end of your trip, you should complete the trip and then check the problem. B) You should never shut off an overheated engine until it cools. C) You should never remove the radiator cap on a pressurized system until the system has cooled.	C) You should never remove the radiator cap on a pressurized system until the system has cooled.
	70. 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 it back in motion up the grade? A) Keep the clutch slipping while slowly accelerating. B) Use the parking brake to hold the vehicle until the clutch engages. C) Let the vehicle roll straight backwards a few feet before you engage the clutch.	B) Use the parking brake to hold the vehicle until the clutch engages.
	71. A vehicle is loaded with most of the weight on the steering axle. What may result? A) Hard steering and possible damage to the tires. B) Better handling. C) Too little traction on the steering axle.	A) Hard steering and possible damage to the tires.	3.2 - Weight and Balance Page 3-1 - 3-2 in CDL Manual
	72. You are driving a 40-foot vehicle at 50mph. 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? A) 3 seconds B) 4 seconds C) 5 seconds	C) 5 seconds
	73. Which of these things is a good thing to do when steering to avoid a crash? A) Apply the brakes while turning. B) Steer with one hand so that you can turn the wheel more quickly. C) Do not turn any more than needed to clear what is in your way.	C) Do not turn any more than needed to clear what is in your way.
	74. You are checking your wheels and rims for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true? A) Rust around wheel nuts may mean that they are loose. B) Cracked wheels or rims can be used if they have been welded. C) A vehicle can be safely driven with one missing lug nut on a wheel.	A) Rust around wheel nuts may mean that they are loose.
	75. You do not have a Hazardous Materials Endorsement on your Commercial Driver's License. You are asked to deliver hazardous material in a placarded vehicle. You should: A) Refuse to haul the load. B) Take the placards off the vehicle. C) Haul the load, but only to the nearest place where a driver with a Hazardous Materials Endorsement can take over.	A) Refuse to haul the load.
	76. As the Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) goes up, what happens? A) The drinker more clearly sees how alcohol is affecting him/her. B) Judgment and self-control are affected. C) The drinker can sober up in less time.	B) Judgment and self-control are affected.
	77. If you need to leave the road in a traffic emergency, you should: A) Try to get all wheels off the pavements. B) Brake hard as you leave the road. C) Avoid braking until your speed has dropped to about 20mph.	C) Avoid braking until your speed has dropped to about 20mph.
	78. You should stop driving: A) After 5 hours. B) After 9 hours. C) Whenever you become sleepy.	C) Whenever you become sleepy.
	79. Which of theses statements about downshifting for a long downhill grade is true? A) It should not b done with automatic transmission. B) It allows engine compression and friction to help slow the vehicle. C) The proper time to downshift is just after the vehicle starts down the hill.	B) It allows engine compression and friction to help slow the vehicle.
	80. If you must drive through deep puddles or flowing water. Which of these steps can help keep your brakes working? A) Driving through quickly. B) Gently putting on the brakes while driving through the water. C) Applying hard pressure on both the brake pedal and accelerator after coming out of the water.	B) Gently putting on the brakes while driving through the water.
	81. When looking ahead of your vehicle while driving you should look: A) To the right side of the road. B) To the left side of the road. C) Back and forth near and far.	C) Back and forth near and far.
	82. Escape ramps are: A) Used to stop runaway vehicles. B) For tankers only. C) For combination vehicles only.	A) Used to stop runaway vehicles.
	83. When driving at night, you should: A) Adjust your speed to keep your stopping distance within your sight distance. B) Look to the left side of the road when a vehicle is coming toward you. C) Drive faster when you low beams are on.	A) Adjust your speed to keep your stopping distance within your sight distance.
	84. Which of these statements about cold-weather driving is true? A) An engine cannot overheat when the weather is very cold. B) Windshield washer antifreeze should be used. C) Exhaust system leaks are less dangerous in cold weather.	B) Windshield washer antifreeze should be used.
	85. When should you wear a seatbelt? A) Anytime you are in a moving vehicle. B) Only in states where law requires it. C) Only when engaged in interstate commerce.	A) Anytime you are in a moving vehicle.
	86. Controlled braking: A) Can be used while you are turning sharply. B) Involves locking the wheels for short periods of time. C) Is used to keep a vehicle in a straight line when braking.	C) Is used to keep a vehicle in a straight line when braking.
	87. How do you correct a rear-wheel acceleration skid? A) Apply more power to the wheels. B) Stop accelerating. C) Apply the brakes.	B) Stop accelerating.
	88. Which of these is not a good rule to follow when caring for injured at an accident scene? A) If a qualified person is helping them, stay out of the way unless asked to assist. B) Keep injured persons cool. C) Move severely injured persons if there is a danger due to fire or passing traffic.	B) Keep injured persons cool.
	89. For your safety, when setting out reflective triangles you should: A) Carry the triangles at your side. B) Hold the triangles between yourself and oncoming traffic. C) Keep them out of sight while you walk to the spots where you set them out.	B) Hold the triangles between yourself and oncoming traffic.
	90. The most common cause of serious vehicle skids is: A) Driving too fast for road conditions. B) Poorly adjusted brakes. C) Bad tires.	A) Driving too fast for road conditions.
	91. Heavy vehicles must sometimes travel more slowly than other traffic. Which of these is not a good rule to follow when you are driving such a vehicle? A) Signal other drivers when it is safe for them to pass you. B) Stay to the right. C) Turn on your flashers if it is legal to do so.	A) Signal other drivers when it is safe for them to pass you.
	92. The most important reason for being alert to hazards is so: A) Accident reports will be accurate. B) Law enforcement personnel can be called. C) You will have time to plan your escape if the hazard becomes an emergency.	C) You will have time to plan your escape if the hazard becomes an emergency.
	93. Hydroplaning: A) Only occurs at speeds above 50 mph. B) Cannot occur when driving through a puddle. C) Is more likely if tire pressure is low.	C) Is more likely if tire pressure is low.
	94. If you are being tailgated, you should: A) Increase your following distance. B) Flash your brake lights. C) Signal the tailgater when it is safe to pass you.	A) Increase your following distance.
	95. Which of these statements about overhead clearance is true? A) You should assume posted clearance signs are correct. B) The weight of a vehicle changes its height. C) If the road surface causes your vehicle to tilt toward objects at the edge of the road, you should drive close to the shoulder.	B) The weight of a vehicle changes its height.
	96. Which of these statements about vehicle fires is true? A) If cargo in a van or box trailer catches on fire, you should open the cargo doors as soon as you can. B) If your engine is on fire, you should open the hood as soon as you can. C) A burning tire should be cooled with water.	C) A burning tire should be cooled with water.
	97. The parking brake should be tested while the vehicle is: A) Parked. B) Moving forward slowly. C) Going downhill.	A) Parked.
	98. Which of these is a good rule to follow when using a fire extinguisher? A) Keep as close to the fire as possible. B) Stay downwind of the fire. C) Aim at the base of the fire.	C) Aim at the base of the fire.
	99. You are driving a long vehicle that makes wide turns. You want to turn left from Pine Street onto Cedar Street. Both are two-way streets. You should: A) Begin turning your vehicle as soon as you enter the intersection. B) Begin turning your vehicle when you are halfway through the intersection. C) Begin the turn with your vehicle in the left lane of Pine Street.	B) Begin turning your vehicle when you are halfway through the intersection.
	100. While driving, you see a small (1-foot square) cardboard box ahead in your lane. You should: A) Steer around it with out making a sudden or unsafe move. B) Brake hard to avoid hitting it. C) Hit it with your vehicle to knock it off the road.	A) Steer around it with out making a sudden or unsafe move.
	101. According to the driver's manual, why should you limit the use of your horn? A) It can startle other drivers. B) The horn is not a good way to let others know you are there. C) You should keep a firm grip on the steering wheel with both hands at all times.	A) It can startle other drivers.
	102. 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? A) Pumping the brake pedal may bring the pressure up so you can stop the vehicle. B) The parking brake will not work either because it is a part of the same hydraulic system. C) Shifting into neutral will help to slow the vehicle.	A) Pumping the brake pedal may bring the pressure up so you can stop the vehicle.
	103. You must drive on a slippery road. Which of these is a good thing to do in such a situation? A) Use a smaller following distance. B) Apply the brakes while on curves. C) Slow down gradually.	C) Slow down gradually.
	104. You are checking your brakes and suspension system for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is NOT true? A) Brake shoes should have brake fluid on them. B) One missing leaf in a leaf spring can be dangerous. C) A cracked drum should be replaced.	A) Brake shoes should have brake fluid on them.
	105. The driver's manual suggests several things to do when you pass a vehicle. Which of these is NOT one of them? A) Lightly tap your horn. B) At night, turn on your high beams before you start to pass and leave them on until you have completely passed the vehicle. C) Assume that the other driver does not see you.	B) At night, turn on your high beams before you start to pass and leave them on until you have completely passed the vehicle.
	106. The distance that you should look ahead of your vehicle while driving amounts to about ____ miles at normal highway speed. A) One eighth. B) One quarter. C) One half.	B) One quarter.
	107. To avoid a crash, you had to drive into the right shoulder. You are now driving at 40mph on the shoulder. How should you move back onto the pavement? A) If the shoulder is clear, stay to the right until your vehicle comes to a stop, then move back onto the pavement when it is safe. B) Brake hard to slow the vehicle, then steer sharply onto the pavement. C) Steer sharply onto the pavement, then brake hard as you countersteer.	A) If the shoulder is clear, stay to the right until your vehicle comes to a stop, then move back onto the pavement when it is safe.
	108. You wish to turn right from one two-lane, two-way street to another. Your vehicle is so long that you must swing wide to make the turn. How should you execute this turn? A) You should swing wide when you begin the turn. B) You should swing wide when you complete the turn. C) You should not make a turn. Drive straight to the appropriate intersection.	B) You should swing wide when you complete the turn.
	109. You are driving a vehicle that could safely be driven at 55mph on an open road. However, traffic is heavy and other vehicles are driving at 35mph although the speed limit is 55. The safest speed for your vehicle is more likely to be: A) 35mph. B) 45mph. C) 55mph.	A) 35mph.
	110. When exiting or entering on a curved freeway ramp, you should: A) Maintain a speed 5-10 mph under the posted speed limit. B) Maintain the posted speed limit. C) Slow down to at least 50% of the posted speed limit.	A) Maintain a speed 5-10 mph under the posted speed limit.
	111. Which of the following vehicles will have the longest stopping distance? A) Empty truck. B) Loaded truck. C) Bobtail tractor.	C) Bobtail tractor.
	112. How many red reflective triangles are you required to carry? A) 2. B) 3. C) 4.	B) 3.
	113. You are required to inspect your truck within how many miles after beginning the trip? A) 100. B) 150. C) 25.	C) 25.
	114. There are two types of jackknifes, they are: A) Trailer. B) Tractor. C) Both A and B.	C) Both A and B.
	115. The new BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) for commercial drivers to be considered intoxicated when driving a commercial vehicle is: A) 0.04. B) 0.01. C) 0.10.	A) 0.04.
	116. Where should the ignition key be during the pre-trip inspection? A) In your pocket. B) In the ignition. C) On the driver's seat.	A) In your pocket.
	117. When loading a trailer, if the cargo is loaded all to the rear, it may result in: A) Wheel lockup. B) Damage to steering axle. C) Poor traction on drive wheels.	C) Poor traction on drive wheels.
	118. Communication means: A) Talking with law enforcement officers. B) Communicating your intention to other motorists. C) Talking on the CB radio.	B) Communicating your intention to other motorists.
	119. If you are convicted for driving under the influence while driving a commercial vehicle, and this is your first offense, you most likely will get: A) A probation period of 1 year. B) At least one year suspension of your CDL. C) A fine of $250.00	B) At least one year suspension of your CDL.
	120. If you are stopped at a roadside rest area and found to have a BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) of 0.02 you will: A) Be placed out of service for 72 hours. B) Be in deep trouble with your dispatcher. C) Be placed out of service for 24 hours.	C) Be placed out of service for 24 hours.
	121. Which of the following statements about speed management is true? A) If you double your speed, stopping distance will double. B) Empty trucks and loaded trucks will have the same stopping distance. C) If you double your speed, stopping distance will be increased by 4 times.	C) If you double your speed, stopping distance will be increased by 4 times.
	122. When the hydraulic brakes fail while you are driving, the system will not build up pressure and the brake pedal will feel spongy or go to the floor. What should you do? A) Pump the brake pedal to generate pressure. B) Push down the brake pedal as hard as you can. C) Put the vehicle in neutral and set the parking brake.	A) Pump the brake pedal to generate pressure.
	123. Which may be a sign of tire failure? A) Wheels skidding. B) A loud hissing noise. C) Vibration.	C) Vibration.
	124. To prevent brake fade you should: A) Coast downhill, when it is not very steep. B) Apply constant hard pressure on the brakes while driving downhill. C) Select the gear, which will keep your vehicle at a safe speed on a deep downgrade.	C) Select the gear, which will keep your vehicle at a safe speed on a deep downgrade.
	125. A full stop is required at a railroad crossing when: A) There are no flagmen, warning signals or gate at the crossing. B) The nature of the cargo makes a stop mandatory under the State or Federal regulations. C) The crossing is located in the city or town with frequent train transit.	B) The nature of the cargo makes a stop mandatory under the State or Federal regulations.
	126. When driving at night you should use your low beams when an oncoming vehicle is within how many feet? A) 400. B) 500. C) 300.	B) 500.
	127. When driving through a work zone, you should: A) Reduce your speed only if workers are close to the roadway. B) Turn on your parking lights. C) Watch for sharp pavement drop off.	C) Watch for sharp pavement drop off.
	128. Backing of the commercial vehicle is: A) Always dangerous. B) Is not dangerous if you don't have to turn. C) Not dangerous if you have a helper.	A) Always dangerous.
	129. When you are parked at the side of the road at night you must: A) Turn on your four-way emergency flashers to warn others. B) Put out your emergency warning lights within 30 minutes. C) Use your taillights to give warning to other drivers.	A) Turn on your four-way emergency flashers to warn others.
	130. You must stop on a hill or curve on a two-lane, two-way road. How far should you place reflective triangles? A) As far back as necessary so others can see you. B) Within 200 feet behind you. C) Within 500 feet behind you.	C) Within 500 feet behind you.
	131. Stab braking should not be used on vehicle with: A) Trailers. B) Antilock brakes. C) Hazardous materials.	B) Antilock brakes.
	132. Sometimes you need to leave a road to avoid a hazard or emergency. When you do so, you should keep in mind that: A) Most shoulders are not strong enough to support a heavy vehicle. B) You might be unable to reenter the road because of the gravel used on shoulders. C) It is less dangerous to drive onto the shoulders than to make a collision.	C) It is less dangerous to drive onto the shoulders than to make a collision.
	133. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of front tire failure? A) Vehicle's fishtail B) Steering wheel twisting. C) Cold steering.	A) Vehicle's fishtail.
	134. Most skids: A) Happen on ice. B) Do not happen with radial tires. C) Are caused by going too fast or trying to stop too quickly.	C) Are caused by going too fast or trying to stop too quickly.
	135. In bad weather, many car drivers tailgate large vehicles. What should you do in these situations? A) Increase your following distance. B) Lightly tap your brake to warn the tailgater to drop back. C) Speed up to distance yourself from the tailgater.	A) Increase your following distance.
	136. Which of the following systems should receive extra attention during winter weather inspection? A) Suspension. B) Exhaust. C) Steering.	B) Exhaust.
	137. What happens to tar on the road pavement during hot weather? A) Nothing. B) It becomes staining making tires stick to the road. C) It bleeds making the road surface slippery.	C) It bleeds making the road surface slippery.
	138. What is the best advice for a driver when a heavy fog occurs? A) Do not drive too slowly or other drivers may hit you. B) Park the truck until the fog disappears. C) Alternate your own high beams to improve your vision.	B) Park the truck until the fog disappears.
	139. In mountain driving, you will have to use a lower gear to drive safely on a grade. Which of these does NOT affect your choice of gear? A) The length of the grade. B) The weight of the load. C) The tread's depth.	C) The tread's depth.
	140. What should you do before driving in the mountains? A) Know escape ramp locations on your way. B) Unhook your steering axle brake. C) Carry the tire chains in your vehicle.	A) Know escape ramp locations on your way.
	141. Escape ramps: A) Should be used by any driver who looses braking power. B) Are not designed for tractors-double trailers. C) Are designed to slow vehicles so they can get back on the road at a safe speed.	A) Should be used by any driver who looses braking power.
	142. Which of these is true about notifying the authorities after an accident occurs? A) An exact location is not necessary; just identify the road and the vehicles involved. B) You should notify authorities about an accident before doing anything else. C) If you have a cellular phone or CB radio you should notify the authorities before exiting the vehicle.	C) If you have a cellular phone or CB radio, you should notify the authorities before exiting the vehicle.
	143. If you are not sure what to use to put out a hazardous material fire, you should: A) Wait for fire fighters. B) Use water. C) Use dirt.	A) Wait for fire fighters.
	144. Which of these is NOT a danger of a rough acceleration? A) Mechanical damage. B) Tire damage. C) Damage of a coupling.	B) Tire damage.
	145. Which of these lights cannot be checked at the same time? A) Turn signals, taillights and clearance lights. B) Turn signals, brake lights and four-way flashers. C) Headlights, brake lights and clearance lights.	B) Turn signals, brake lights and four-way flashers.
	146. You are inspecting hydraulic brakes. You should pump the brake pedal three times than apply firm pressure to the pedal for five seconds. If the brakes are working properly, the pedal should: A) Depress slightly. B) Sink to the floor. C) Not move.	C) Not move.
	147. When starting a bus on a level surface with good traction, there is often no need for: A) Parking brakes. B) A tire check. C) Slow acceleration.	A) Parking brakes.
	148. How does the weight of a vehicle affect the stopping distance? A) Full loaded trucks take longer to stop or the buses loaded with passengers take less distance than empty ones. B) If brakes work the same no matter what is the weight of the vehicle for both trucks and buses. C) Empty trucks take longer to stop than if loaded, but this is not the normal case for buses.	C) Empty trucks take longer to stop than if loaded, but this is not the normal case for buses.
	149. When you are starting to move up a hill from a stop: A) Release the parking brakes as you apply engine power. B) Engage the clutch and accelerate quickly. C) Keep the trailer brake hand valve applied until you reach 20mph.	A) Release the parking brakes as you apply engine power.
	150. What is true about using a heater? A) You must have at least one extra heater such as a mirror heater, battery pack heater or fuel tank heater when a temperature drops below freezing point. B) If you feel sleepy, warming of your cab with the heater will help you stay alert. C) When driving in winter weather, you should check that the heater is working properly before starting your trip.	C) When driving in winter weather, you should check that the heater is working properly before starting your trip.
	151. Why is damage of an exhaust system a danger? A) Noise can damage the driver's ears. B) Poisonous fumes can enter into the cab or sleeping compartment. C) You can pollute the air with the exhaust smoke.	B) Poisonous fumes can enter into the cab or sleeping compartment.
	152. Which of these is NOT a danger when an automatic transmission is forced into a low gear at a high speed? A) A loss of engine braking effect. B) Damage to the transmission. C) A loss of steering control.	A) A loss of engine braking effect.
	153. Perception distance is the distance your vehicle travels from the time: A) Your eyes see a hazard to the time your foot pushes to the brake pedal. B) The brain tells the foot to push the brake pedal to the time time the foot responds. C) The eyes see a hazard to the time the brain knows that this is a hazard.	C) The eyes see a hazard to the time the brain knows that this is a hazard.
	154. Extra care is needed to keep your vehicle centered in your lane because commercial vehicles: A) Require a lot of room to change lane. B) Are often wider than other vehicles. C) Tend to sway from time to time.	B) Are often wider than other vehicles.
	155. You should lightly apply your brakes to flash the brake lights if: A) You are about to exit the road and need to slow down. B) A police car is approaching you from the other direction. C) A driver tailgates your vehicle.	A) You are about to exit the road and need to slow down.
	156. Merging to the road is safest if you: A) Wait for a large enough gap in the traffic to enter the road. B) Bend over into the nearest lane so the other vehicles will give you room. C) Gain speed on the shoulder and then merge.	A) Wait for a large enough gap in the traffic to enter the road.
	157. Which of these is NOT something you should do if your headlights are not working properly? A) Leave on your high beams. B) Clean your headlights. C) Adjust headlights.	A) Leave on your high beams.
	158. Which of these statements about backing a heavy vehicle is NOT true? A) You should back and turn toward the driver's side whenever it is possible. B) You should use a helper and communicate with him with hand signals. C) Because you cannot see, you should back slowly until you slightly bump into the dock.	C) Because you cannot see, you should back slowly until you slightly bump into the dock.
	159. The distance that you should look ahead of your vehicle while driving is about ____ at low speed. A) One block. B) Two blocks. C) Half block.	A) One block.
	160. Which of these is correct about emergency or evasive action? A) In order to turn quickly you must have a firm grip on the steering wheel. B) You can stop more quickly than you can turn to miss obstacles. C) Stopping is always the safest thing to do in a traffic emergency.	A) In order to turn quickly, you must have a firm grip on the steering wheel.
	161. What does emergency braking mean? A) Pushing down the brake pedal as hard as you can. B) Responding to a hazard by slowing the vehicle. C) Using the vehicle emergency brakes.	B) Responding to a hazard by slowing the vehicle.
	162. When driving in cold weather, your tire tread should: A) Provide enough touch into steer and push the vehicle through snow. B) Be double the depth required in normal weather. C) Be checked every one hundred miles or every 2 hours.	A) Provide enough touch into steer and push the vehicle through snow.
	163. Which of these is true about hauling of hazardous materials? A) Cylinders with compressed gases should be transported under covers if there is no label on them. B) Such a load should be marked with a four inch diamond shaped label on the containers. C) Such a load should be marked with a four inch circle red colored labels on the containers.	B) Such a load should be marked with a four inch diamond shaped label on the container.
	164. Which vehicle will have the most difficulties staying in its lane during strong winds? A) A double with an empty trailer. B) A tractor pulling a loaded flat bed trailer. C) A triple axle vehicle with cargo.	A) A double with an empty trailer.
	165. Why does your vehicle speed naturally increase on a downgrade? A) Gravity. B) The engine runs smoother. C) Lack of traction.	A) Gravity.
	166. During the vehicle inspection, checking of ____ will NOT prevent a fire? A) Cargo ventilation. B) Battery fluid level. C) Electrical system isolation.	B) Battery fluid level.
	167. When is it necessary to learn how a fire extinguisher works? A) Before the fire happens. B) Only when the fire happens. C) Only when you are transporting flammable materials.	A) Before the fire happens.
	168. What is the most important reason to inspect your truck or bus? A) Safety. B) To avoid being cited. C) Its the law.	A) Safety.
	169. You are checking your steering and exhaust system in a pre-trip inspection. Which of these problems, if found, should be fixed before the vehicle is driven: A) Steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees (2 inches on 20 inch steering wheels). B) Oil on a tire rod. C) If a gray smoke is coming out from the exhaust pipe.	A) Steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees (2 inches on 20 inch steering wheels).
	170. Convex (curved) mirrors: A) Make objects appear closer than they really are. B) Make objects appear larger than they really are. C) They show the wider area than flat mirrors show.	C) They show the wider area than flat mirrors show.
	171. Why is it important to shift gears correctly? A) To keep control of the vehicle. B) To keep the engine warm. C) To keep the engine oil flowing.	A) To keep control of the vehicle.
	172. What three distances build up the total stopping distance of your truck or bus? A) Attention distance, reaction distance and slowing distance. B) Respond distance, observation distance and braking distance. C) Perception distance, reaction distance and braking distance.	C) Perception distance, reaction distance and braking distance.
	173. Which of these actions are NOT recommended for a left turn? A) Start at the inside lane and swing right as you turn. B) Use a right hand turn lane if there are two turning lanes. C) Start your turn int he center of the intersection.	A) Start at the inside lane and swing right as you turn.
	174. When you are passing another vehicle, pedestrian or bicycle, you should assume that: A) They may be moving to your traffic lane. B) They know you are to pass. C) They see your vehicle.	A) They may be moving to your traffic lane.
	175. In your mirror you see a car approaching from the rear, the next time you check your mirror you do not see the car. If you wish to change the lane, you should: A) Wait to change lane until you are sure that car is not in your blind spot. B) Ease to another lane very slowly so cars, which are besides of you can get out of your way. C) Assume that car left the road and change the lane.	A) Wait to change lane until you are sure that car is not in your blind spot.
	176. Which of these is the proper signal to change lanes? A) Signal early and change lane slowly and smoothly. B) Signal before the change and move over quickly. C) Signal after you begin change and cross over slowly.	A) Signal early and change lane slowly and smoothly.
	177. You are driving in an area with few street lights. If you cannot see well with your headlights, which of the actions may help: A) Find another route that is better lit even if it is out of your way. B) Turn your interior lights on and adjust your instrument lights. C) Use your high beams when legal and keep your interior lights off.	C) Use your high beams when legal and keep your interior lights off.
	178. Most serious skid results from: A) Driving too fast for conditions. B) Turning too sharply. C) An uneven load.	A) Driving too fast for conditions.
	179. What should be true about other drivers? A) Mail or delivery trucks are professionals and do not pose a hazard. B) Drivers who use turn signals always should be trusted to turn to direction, which they indicate. C) Short term or daily rental truck drivers are often not used to limited vision and pose the hazard.	C) Short term or daily rental truck drivers are often not used to limited vision and pose the hazard.
	180. What is NOT true about bad weather and driving conditions? A) When the temperature drops, the bridges freeze before the road. B) The road is more slippery when the rain continues than when rain begins. C) Driving conditions become more dangerous when temperature rises about freezing.	B) The road is more slippery when the rain continues than when rain begins.
	181. Which of these statements about hazard of vehicle fire is true? A) Poor cargo ventilation may cause cargo to catch on fire. B) Carrying a fully charged fire extinguisher may prevent a fire. C) Under-inflated tires do not cause a vehicle fire.	A) Poor cargo ventilation may cause cargo to catch on fire.
	182. You should wear a seat belt in a moving vehicle: A) Only when you are driving. B) All the time. C) Only when you are on a highway.	B) All the time.
	183. Which of these items is NOT checked for a pre-trip inspection? A) Whatever all lights are working. B) Amount of fuel on a vehicle. C) Cargo securement.	B) Amount of fuel on a vehicle.
	184. Which of the statements about pre-trip inspection is true? A) When you park on a street, you should walk so you face away from oncoming traffic. B) Leave key in the ignition so you do not loose it when you are under the truck. C) If you need to tilt a cab, secure loose things so that they could not fall or break anything.	C) If you need to tilt a cab, secure loose things so that they could not fall or break anything.
	185. Can state inspectors inspect your truck or bus? A) No. B) Yes, but cannot put you out of service. C) Yes and they can put you out of service if unsafe.	C) Yes and they can put you out of service if unsafe.
	186. Which of these statements about cargo loading is true? A) A State law dictates legal weight limit. B) If cargo is loaded by the shipper a driver is not responsible for its load. C) The legal maximum weight allowed by the state is considered safe for all driving conditions.	A) A State law dictates legal weight limit.
	187. Which of these is not required knowledge of driver needing a hazardous material endorsement? A) Basic chemistry. B) Which products can be loaded together. C) When to use the placards.	A) Basic chemistry.
	188. To determine blood alcohol concentration level for a person it is necessary to know: A) How much a person weighs. B) How often a person drinks alcohol. C) How old is a person.	A) How much a person weighs.
	189. Implied consent means: A) You are giving your consent to inspect your vehicle for alcohol. B) It is understood that you may drink alcohol now and then. C) You are given your consent to be tested for alcohol in your blood.	C) You are given your consent to be tested for alcohol in your blood.
	190. The engine brake effect is greater when the engine is _______ governed RPM and the transmission is on a ______ gear. A) Below, higher. B) Near, lower. C) Above, lower.	B) Near, lower.
	191. What should you do if a car coming toward you at night keeps its high beams on? A) Flash your high beams quickly at the other driver. B) Look to the right lane or edge markings of the road. C) Slow down and look straight ahead in your lane.	B) Look to the right lane or edge markings of the road.
	192. If you must stop into the oncoming lane as you make a turn, you should: A) Watch for oncoming traffic. B) Complete your turn without stopping. C) Back to allow the oncoming traffic to pass.	A) Watch for oncoming traffic.
	193. Which of these is true about driving in a tunnel? A) Emergency flashers are required by law. B) Headlights are required by law. C) There may be strong winds when exiting.	C) There may be strong winds when exiting.
	194. You should use your horn when: A) If it helps to avoid a crash. B) A car is in your way. C) You want to change a lane.	A) If it helps to avoid a crash.
	195. The tread depth on a front steering wheel tire should be: A) Not less than 4/32 inch. B) More than 6/32 inch. C) Not less than 2/32 inch.	A) Not less than 4/32 inch.
	196. Your vehicle will be put out of service if _____ or more leaves in any leaf spring are missing. A) One fourth (1/4). B) One third (1/3). C) One-half (1/2).	A) One fourth (1/4).
	197. Brake drums (or discs) must not have cracks longer than _____ the width of the friction area. A) One-half (1/2). B) One third (1/3). C) One tenth (1/10).	A) One-half (1/2).
	198. A hazard: A) Is any road condition or other road user that is possible danger. B) Cannot turn into emergency. C) Does not need to be seen.	A) Is any road condition or other road user that is possible danger.
	199. You are driving a heavy vehicle. You must exit a highway using an off-ramp that curves downhill. You should: A) Slow to the posted speed limit for the off-ramp. B) Slow down to 5mph below the posted speed limit. C) Slow down to 15mph below the posted speed limit.	B) Slow down to 5mph below the posted speed limit.
	200. Which of these rigs have more chances to "off-track" while making a turn? A) Triple with 45-foot trailer. B) Tractor with two 27-foot trailers. C) 53-foot straight truck.	A) Triple with 45-foot trailer.
	201. How much space in front of you is needed while driving on a highway? A) 1 second for each 10 feet of vehicle length. B) 1 second for each 20 feet of vehicle length. C) 1 second for each 30 feet of vehicle length.	A) 1 second for each 10 feet of vehicle length.
	202. Medicine used to treat the common cold: A) Should only be used when driving at daytime. B) Often makes you sleepy and should not be used while driving. C) May still be used while driving if you use half of a regular dose.	B) Often makes you sleepy and should not be used while driving.
	203. Which of these should you NOT do in an emergency situation? A) You should brake in a way that keeps your vehicle in a straight line. B) It is not important how you brake in an emergency situation. C) You should avoid using the brakes until your speed is down to 40mph.	C) You should avoid using the brakes until your speed is down to 40mph.
	204. The primary cause of fatal crashes is: A) Driving at night. B) Driving while eating. C) Driving too fast.	C) Driving too fast.
	205. A car suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard. Which of these action should you NOT take? A) Honk your horn and stay close behind the car. B) Signal and change lanes to avoid hazard. C) Slow down to prevent a crash.	A) Honk your horn and stay close behind the car.
	206. What should you do when you see a hazard in the roadway ahead of you? A) Steer around it and get back in your lane. B) Stop quickly and pull to the side of the road. C) Use your four-way flashers or brake lights to warn others.	C) Use your four-way flashers or brake lights to warn others.
	207. If your brakes fail on a downgrade, you must first: A) Look outside of your vehicle for another means of slowing you. B) Hit some object in order to stop your vehicle. C) Find an escape ramp in order to exit the roadway.	C) Find an escape ramp in order to exit the roadway.
	208. You should always turn on your emergency four-way flashers when you: A) Drive through the mountains B) Park on the side of the road. C) Cross railway tracks.	B) Park on the side of the road.
	209. Should brake adjustment be checked often? A) It depends on how new the brakes are. B) No, because the other brakes will make up for the air brakes when they are out of adjustment. C) Yes, because the brakes can get out of adjustment when they are used a lot.	C) Yes, because the brakes can get out of adjustment when they are used a lot.
	210. Which of these is true about mirror adjusting? A) You should adjust your mirrors before starting the trip. B) You should adjust your mirrors while you are driving. C) The mirrors could be adjusted correctly even if the trailer is not straight.	A) You should adjust your mirrors before starting the trip.
	211. When you are driving on a snow packed road, you should reduce your speed by: A) One third (1/3). B) One fourth (1/4). C) One-half (1/2).	C) One-half (1/2).
	212. The bridge formula: A) Permits less maximum axle weight for the axles that are close together. B) Permits less maximum axle weight for the axles that are far apart. C) Permits the same maximum axle weight for any axle.	A) Permits less maximum axle weight for the axles that are close together.
	213. Which of these is true about hours of service? A) After you have reached a thousand hours of service, you'll be exempt a service regulation. B) You should allow enough hours to rest. C) You have to make a break after every two hours of driving.	B) You should allow enough hours to rest.
	214. Which of these is true about the use of drugs while driving? A) Prescription or non-prescription drugs are allowed at any time of driving. B) Use of amphetamine is allowed if you are using this drug to stay alert. C) Prescription drugs are allowed if a doctor says they will not affect the driving ability.	C) Prescription drugs are allowed if a doctor says they will not affect the driving ability.
	215. Which of these is true about proper use of a steering wheel? A) If you do not hold a wheel with both hands it could pull away from you. B) If you have reached a cruising speed on a highway you can drive with one hand. C) Only with an attempt of a difficult turn use both hands on the wheel.	A) If you do not hold a wheel with both hands it could pull away from you.
	216. When is a helper needed to back your vehicle? A) Only if you need to park. B) Whenever you have to back. C) Only if you have a trailer on your vehicle.	B) Whenever you have to back.
	217. To avoid an accident you moved to the shoulder. To return to the road: A) Ride on shoulder to the next exit and then re-enter the road. B) Using mirrors and turn signals turn sharply to get back to the road. C) Using mirrors and turn signal return when the road is clear.	B) Using mirrors and turn signals turn sharply to get back to the road.
	218. Which of these would NOT help if windshield covered with ice? A) Brush. B) Scraper. C) Defroster.	A) Brush.
	219. Heavy vehicles often move slower than others. Which of these is NOT a good rule to follow while driving a heavy vehicle? A) Stay on a right side of the road. B) Use four-way flashers if it is legal in your state. C) Signal other drivers when it is safe to pass you.	C) Signal other drivers when it is safe to pass you.
	220. Why are tourists sometimes considered to be a hazard? A) They drive rented cars. B) They may move slowly, unexpectedly change lanes or stop. C) Police do not fine them.	B) They may move slowly, unexpectedly change lanes or stop.
	221. What keeps an engine cool in hot weather driving? A) Enough engine oil level. B) Air conditioner use. C) High speed driving in order to put more air to the radiator.	A) Enough engine oil level.
	222. Cargo inspection: A) Is most often not the responsibility of the driver. B) Should be performed after every break you take while driving. C) Are needed only if hazardous materials are being hauled.	B) Should be performed after every break you take while driving.
	223. A vehicle is loaded with very little weight on the drive axle. What may happen? A) Poor traction. B) Damage to drive axle tires. C) Better handling.	A) Poor traction.
	224. Turn signals should be used: A) At least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes. B) At least 150 feet before turning or changing lanes. C) At least 200 feet before turning or changing lanes.	A) At least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes.
	225. Containerized loads: A) Are not required to be inspected by a driver. B) Should be supplied with their own tiedown devices or locks. C) Generally are used when freight is carried part way by rail or ship.	C) Generally are used when freight is carried part way by rail or ship.
	226. When driving a commercial vehicle with a height over 13 feet, you should: A) Not worry about eight clearance as long as you stay on state or federal highways. B) Assume all clearances are high enough. C) Stop and make sure that a clearance is high enough.	C) Stop and make sure that a clearance is high enough.
	227. When should you test your parking brake? A) While moving at a very low speed. B) While the vehicle is parked. C) When backing.	B) While the vehicle is parked.
	228. Which kind of truck does not have extra gears? A) Auxiliary. B) Manual. C) Automatic.	C) Automatic.