1. Which of the statement about backing a heavy vehicle is NOT true?
You should back and turn toward the driver's side whenever it is possible.
You should use a helper and communicate with hand signals.
Because you can't see, you should back slowly until you bump onto the dock.
2. Trucks and buses are subjects of certain laws, regulations, and restrictions. Which of these statements is true?
County and city laws do not apply to trucks and buses engaged in interstate commerce.
Federal regulations apply only to trucks and buses driven at least 50 miles on a trip.
Laws and restrictions can vary from place to place.
3. You should wear your seat belt in a moving vehicle:
Only when you are driving.
All the times.
Only when you are on a highway.
4. Brake drums (or discs) must not have cracks longer than ________ the width of the friction area.
One-half (1/2)
One third (1/3)
One tenth (1/10)
5. You may get hang up on a railroad tracks if:
You try to shift gears when crossing.
You cross the double tracks too slowly.
The tracks have a steep approach.
6. Which of these is NOT a danger of a rough acceleration?
Mechanical damage.
Tire damage.
Damage to coupling.
7. Which of these is true about driving in a tunnel?
Emergency flashers are required by law.
Headlights are required by law.
There may be strong winds when exiting.
8. Which of these is correct about emergency or evasive action?
In order to turn quickly, you must have a firm hovou must have a firm grip on the steering wheel.
You can usually stop more quickly than you can turn to miss obstacles.
Stopping is always the safest thing to do in an emergency.
9. A good indication that ice is forming on the roadway is when:
You can see spray from other vehicles.
You outside mirrors have ice on them.
You cannot see the exhaust of other vehicles.
10. Sometimes you need to leave a road to avoid a hazard or emergency. When you do so you should keep in mind, that:
Most shoulders are not strong enough to support a heavy vehicle.
You might be unable to re-enter the road because of the gravel used on shoulders.
It is less dangerous drive onto the shoulders than to make a collision.
11. Which fires can you use water to put out?
Tire fires.
Gasoline fires.
Electrical fires.
12. If a straight vehicle (no trailer or articulation) goes into front-wheel skid, it will:
Slide sideways and spin out.
Go straight ahead even if the steering wheel is turned.
Go straight ahead but will turn if you turn the steering wheel.
13. Heavy vehicles often move slower than others. Which of these is NOT a good rule to follow while driving a heavy vehicle?
Stay on a right side of the road.
Use four-way flashers if it is legal in your state.
Signal other drivers when it is safe to pass you.
14. Should brake adjustment be checked often?
It depends on how new the brakes are.
No, because the other brakes will make up for a brake that is out of adjustment.
Yes, adjustment because brakes they can can get used out a of lot.
15. Where must you keep shipping papers when transporting hazardous materials?
Under the driver's seat.
In a pouch on the driver's door or on the seat.
In the glove compartment, which must be locked.
16. To avoid an accident you moved to the shoulder. To return to the road:
Ride on shoulder to the next exit and then re- enter the road.
Using mirrors and turn signals turn sharply to get back to the road.
Using mirrors and turn signals return when the road is clear.
17. You are driving a long vehicle that makes wide turns. You want to make a left turn from Ocean Street onto Atlantic Street. There are two left turn lanes: inside lane (first from the left) and outside (second from the left) lane. You should:
Use inside turn lane (first from the left).
Use outside turn lane (second from the left).
Start from inside left turn lane and swing onto outside left turnlane just beforeentering the intersection.
18. Which of the following vehicles will have the longest stopping distance?
Empty truck.
Loaded truck.
Bobtail tractor.
19. You are driving a heavy vehicle. You must exit a highway using an off-ramp that curves downhill. You should:
Slow down to a safe speed before the curve.
Slow to the posted speed limit for the off- ramp.
Wait until you are in the curve before downshifting.
20. Which of the following can keep you from being distracted while you drive?
Try to use communication devices only in light traffic.
Constantly review your maps and your route plan as you drive.
Pre-load your favorite CDs or cassette tapes.
21. Which of these is true about your overhead clearance?
Warnings are always posted for low clearance areas like bridges and overpasses.
The weight of cargo can change the height of your vehicle.
Paving a road does not affect the clearance height under bridges or overpasses.
22. A key principle to remember about loading cargo is to keep the load:
To the front.
To the rear.
Balanced in the cargo area.
23. As the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) goes up, what happens?
The drinker more clearly sees how alcohol is affecting him/her.
The effects of alcohol decrease.
Judgment and self control are affected.
24. Which of these is true about hauling of hazardous materials?
Cylinders with compressed gases should be transported under covers if there is no label on them.
Such a load should be marked with a four Binches diamond shaped labels on the containers.
Such a load should be marked with a four Cinches circle red colored labels on the containers.
25. When going down a long steep downgrade you should always:
Use the braking effect of the engine.
Use controlled braking.
Brake when you exceed safe speed by 5 mph.
26. The safest method for using in-vehicle communication equipment is:
Pre-program your cell phone.
Use a hands-free device so both hands remain on the steering wheel.
Pull off the road in a a safe, legal place to use the equipment.
27. You should try to park so that:
You can pull forward when you leave.
Park along curb next to other vehicle.
That your vehicle is parked by tree.
28. Which of these is NOT a danger when an automatic transmission is forced into a low gear at a high speed?
Damage to the transmission.
Loss of engine braking effect.
Loss of steering control.
29. How can you identify a distracted driver?
The vehicle is drifting across lines and moving at variable speeds.
The vehicle is weaving in and out of traffic.
The vehicle is speeding.
30. 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:
Steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees (2 inches on 20 inches steering wheel).
Oil on a tire rod.
If a gray smoke coming out from the exhaust pipe.
31. Which of these is true about bad weather and driving conditions?
The road is more slippery as rain continues than when rain begins.
Driving conditions became more dangerous as the temperature rises above freezing.
When the temperature drops, the bridges will freeze before roads will.
32. If you need to leave the road in a traffic emergency, you should:
Try to get all wheels off the pavement.
Avoid braking until your speed has dropped to about 20 mph.
Avoid the shoulder because most shoulders will not support a large vehicle.
33. 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.
The best way to cross the traffic is to pull the vehicle partway across the road and block one lane while waiting for the other to clear.
Because heavy vehicles are easy to see, you can count on other drivers to move out of your way or slow down for you.
34. When looking ahead of your vehicle while driving you should look:
Straight ahead at all times.
To the right side of the road.
Back and forth, near and far.
35. High beams should be:
Used when it is safe and legal to do so.
Turned on when an oncoming driver does not dim his/her lights.
Dimmed at the time you get within 100 feet of Canother vehicle.
36. To help you stay alert while driving, you should:
Schedule trips for hours that you are normally asleep.
Take short breaks before you get drowsy.
Keep the cab warm and quiet.
37. Which of these is true regarding the use of drugs while driving?
No prescription or non-prescription drugs are allowed at any time when you driving.
Use of amphetamines like "speed" is allowed if you are using this drug to stay alert.
Prescription drugs are allowed if a doctor says the drugs will not affect the driving ability.
38. The distance that you should look ahead of your vehicle while driving amounts to about ________ miles at normal highway speed.
one eighth
one quarter
one half
39. 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 probation period of 1 year.
At least one year suspension of your CDL.
A fine of $250
40. You should avoid driving through deep puddles or flowing water. But if you must, which of these steps can help to keep your brakes working?
Gently putting on the brakes while driving through the water.
Applying hard pressure on both the brake pedal and accelerator after coming out of the water.
Turning on your brake heaters.
41. Which of these is NOT true about braking in an emergency situation?
You should brake in a way that will keep your vehicle in a straight line.
It is not important how you brake in an emergency situation.
You should avoid using the brakes until your speed is down to 20 mph.
42. You are checking your brakes and suspension system for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is NOT true?
Brake shoes should have brake fluid on them.
One missing leaf in a leaf spring can be dangerous.
A cracked drum should be replaced.
43. You will be placed out-of-service for 24 hours if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is:
At least 0.02%.
At least 0.04%.
Any detectable amount.
44. When stopped on a one-way or divided highway, you should you place the reflective triangles at:
10 feet, 100 feet, and 500 feet toward approaching traffic.
10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet toward ECT approaching traffic.
10 feet, 50 feet, and 100 feet toward approaching traffic.
45. Which of these is especially true about your tires in hot weather?
A small amount of air should be let out so air pressure remains steady.
You should check tire mounting and air pressure before driving.
If a tire is too hot to touch, you should hose it down with water.
46. Which of this is true about other drivers?
Mail or delivery trucks are professionals and do not pose a hazard.
Drivers using turn signals can always be trusted to turn in the direction they indicate.
Short-term or daily rental truck drivers are often not used to the limited vision and pose the hazard.
47. Which of these statements about double- clutching and shifting is true?
You can use the tachometer to tell you when to shift.
Double-clutching should not be used when the road is slippery.
Double-clutching should only be used with a heavy load.
48. You are checking your tires for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true?
Tires of mismatched sizes es should should not not be be used used on the same vehicle.
Radial and bias-ply tires can be used together on the same vehicle.
2/32 inch tread depth is safe for the front tires.
49. The new BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) for commercial drivers to be considered intoxicated when driving a commercial vehicle is:
50. Which of these statements about drugs is true?
Use of drugs can lead to accidents and/or arrest.
Certain prescription drugs are allowed to reduce fatigue.
A driver can use any prescription drug while driving.