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SafeEldt-CDL

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Question:
1. Some states require all trucks stops at weight station, while other states require only vehicles over a certain weight to stop?

True -or- False

A

False

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Question:
2. A commercial vehicle has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross vehicle weight below 10,001 pounds?

True -or- False

A

False

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Question:
3. Mark each option that is a major offense that will require a minimum disqualification of 1 year?

Check all that apply:

  • Driving under the influence of alcohol as prescribed by State Law
  • Driving under the influence of controlled substances
  • Leaving the scene of an accident
  • Going 10 below the speed limit
  • Using the vehicle to commit a felony
A

A- Driving under the influence of alcohol as prescribed by State Law

B- Driving under the influence of controlled substances

C- Leaving the scene of an accident

E- Using the vehicle to commit a felony

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Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

Commercial drivers must maintain proper physical shape in order to pass a medical exam?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
5. Which of these is NOT a qualification for becoming a CDL Driver?

  • Complete an Entry-Level Driver Training course.
  • Be under 21 years of age
  • Be able to read, write, and speak English.
  • Pass a road driving test
A

Be under 21 years of age

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true?

Drivers must be able to recognize, understand, and use all systems of a commercial vehicle’s dashboard and controls. The includes all instruments, notification, and gauges that are not typically found in non-commercial vehicle?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
2. Which of these is a type of vehicle control system?

  • Engine Controls
  • Primary Vehicle Controls
  • Secondary Vehicle Controls
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

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Question:
3. To active the Clutch Brake, drivers must push the clutch pedal all the way to the ground?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
4. Which instrument on the dashboard displays the vehicle’s current traveling speed?

  • Pacemeter
  • Fastometer
  • Speedometer
  • Speed Gauge
A

Speedometer

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Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicle’s, or CMV, are required to have a higher level of knowledge, experience, skills, and physical abilities than those who drive non-commercial vehicle?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

When conducting a pre-trip inspection, you should note any and all deficiencies on your daily inspection report?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
2. An inspection report should cover which of the following?

  • Parking brake
  • Steering Mechanism
  • Lighting device and reflector
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

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Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

You should drive an unsafe vehicle even if repairs are not completed to show you are willing to do anything?

True -or- False

A

False

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Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

When checking the engine compartment, make sure the parking brake is engaged and/or the wheels are chocked?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

When conducting a walk-around inspection, you should ensure that your cargo is secured?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

Drivers should accelerate as fast and aggressively as possible to ensure that they reach top speed quickly?

True -or- False

A

False

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Question:
2. When making a sharp left or right turn, always (Select All The Apply)?

  • Pit turn signals on as soon as possible.
  • Be aware of your surroundings
  • Accelerate slowly to avoid accidents
  • Get out of the vehicle to make sure there is enough room for the turn.
  • Call for backup if the turn seems too difficult
  • Use all mirrors to see every side of the vehicle
A

A. Pit turn signals on as soon as possible.

B. Be aware of your surroundings

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Question:
3. To give other cars enough room to move around them, drivers should?:

  • Always Drive 10 miles per hour below the speed limits.
  • Keep to the far right of all lanes
  • Center their vehicle as evenly as possible in their lane
  • Signal for the other cars to go around
A

Keep to the far right of all lanes

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Question:
4. In situation where you are required to back your vehicle, you should?:

  • Use all mirrors and back slowly
  • Get out of the vehicle to check lines of trabel
  • Use a spotter
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

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Question:
5. When shutting down your vehicle, always check that the _________ is engaged before exiting?

  • Clutch
  • Radio
  • Center Console
  • Parking Brake
A

Parking Brake

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

Commercial motor vehicles use manual transmissions only?

Ture -or- False

A

False

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Question:
2. Is the following statmenet ture or false?

It is okay for drivers to rest their left foot on the clutch pedal when driving.

True -or- False

A

False

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Question:
3. Drivers should begin to downshift when they approach what type of situations?

  • Red Light
  • Curves
  • Hills
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

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Question:
4. To know when to up shift, drivers can look at the __________ on the vehicles dashboard?

  • The Tachometer (RPMs)
  • The Tire Pressure Gauge (psi)
  • The Speedometer (mph)
  • Both A & C
A

Both A & C

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Question:
5. To operate a manual transmission, drivers need to be able to use the?:

  • Tachometer
  • Accelerator Pedal
  • Gear Shifter
  • Cluth Pedal
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

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Question:
1. Non-Viewable, obstructed areas around a vehicle that drivers cannot see are?:

  • Invisible
  • Hidden Passages
  • Blind Spots
  • No Shows
A

Blind Spots

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Question:
2. G.O.A.L stnads for?:

  • Get Out And Look
  • Give Others a Look
  • Gears, Oil, and Levels
  • Go Out and Learn
A

Get Out And Look

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Question:
3. When it is time for drivers to execute their backing maneuver, it is important that they remember to always back towards which side of their vehicle.

  • The Driver Side
  • The passenger-side
  • Only back straight back
  • All of the above
A

The Driver Side

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Question:
4. is the following statment true or fasle?:

Drivers must show positional awareness to evaluate docking facilites and decide that safe, most effective way to dock their vehicle.

Ture -or- False

A

True

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Question:
5. Responsibilities of spotter include:?
(Choose All The Apply)

  • Teaching the driver how to correctly back their vehicle
  • Giving clear, consistent signals
  • Getting behind the vehicle to block it from hitting a hazard
  • Remaining in clear sight of the driver at all times
A

B. Giving clear, consistent signals

D. Remaining in clear sight of the driver at all times

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?:

The coupling and uncoupling procedure for a tractor-trailer may vary based on the specific vehicles involved and the location where the coupling is performed.

True -or - False

A

True

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Question:
2. Is the following statement true or false?:

Once you engage the 5th wheel, you should connect air and electrical lines.

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
3. What is first step of uncoupling a trailer?

  • Disengage the 5th wheel
  • Lower landing gear
  • Chock trailer wheels
  • Confirm that you have a location that is suitable and safe for uncoupling
A

Confirm that you have a location that is suitable and safe for uncoupling

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Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

After uncoupling from the trailer, you should check that the trailer and the landing gear are stable and secure.

Ture -or- False

A

True

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Question:
5. When uncoupling, what should you do after you unlock the 5th wheel?

  • Enter the tractor and drive slowly forward
  • Lower landing gear
  • Chock trailer wheels
  • Connect electrical and air cables
A

Enter the tractor and drive slowly forward

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Question:
1. What does the “S” in SPIDE stnad for?:

  • See
  • Scan (Search)
  • Semi-Truck
  • Surround
A

Scan (Search)

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Question:
2. While on the highway, how far ahead should drivers monitor in front of their vehicle?

  • 1-2 feet in the front
  • 5-10 feet in the front
  • 1-2 seconds in the front
  • 12-15 seconds in the front
A

12-15 seconds in the front

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Question:
3. How often should you check your side mirrors when conducting visual searches?

  • Every 4 seconds
  • Every 30 seconds
  • Every 2 minute
  • Every now and then
A

Every 4 seconds

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Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?:

Drivers should also conduct visual searches in common areas such as truck stops, rest areas, gasstations, and shipper/receiver location.

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
5. What are some of the hazards that drivers should scan for while driving? (Check all that apply)

  • Traffic Accidents
  • Animals
  • Pedestrians
  • Distracted Drivers
  • Road Debris
A

A. Traffic Accidents

B. Animals

C. Pedestrains

D. Distracted Drivers

E. Road Debris

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

Turn signals are always optional, unless driving on the highway.

Ture -or- False

A

False

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Question:
2. What is the best way for drivers to signal that they will begin slowing down?

  • Tapping the brakes
  • Flashing the headlight
  • Driving onto the shoulder
  • Sounding the horn
A

Tapping the brakes

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Question:
3. What should drivers have on at all times from Dusk to Dawn?

  • Four-way falshers
  • Headlight Wipers
  • Headlights
  • The Radio
A

Headlights

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Question:
4. What is an appropriate use of a vehicle’s horn?
(Choose All That Apply)

  • To get the attention of a distracted or inattentive driver
  • When you see your friend or family member in another vehicle
  • Alerting other drivers of your presence
  • When you are angry at another driver
A

A. To get the attention of a distracted or inattentive driver

C. Alerting other drivers of your presence

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Question:
5. Which are effective forms of communication for drivers?
(Select All That Apply)

  • Turn Signals
  • Horn
  • Text Messages
  • Yelling out of the window
  • Four-Way Flashers
A

A. Turn Signals

B. Horn

E. Four-Way Flashers

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?:

Distracted driving is the act of driving while engaging in activites that divert your attention away from the primary task of driving.

Ture -or- False

A

True

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Question:
2. Is the following statement true or false?:

Your goal should be to create as many in-vehicle distraction before you drive.

True -or- False

A

False

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Question:
3. Which of these is NOT a tip you should follow to help reduce distracted driving?

  • Do not type or read a text message on a mobile device while driving
  • Don’t attempt to read or write while you driving
  • Turn off all communication devices
  • Engage in complex or emotionally intense conversation with other occupants
A

Engage in complex or emotionally intense conversation with other occupants

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Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?:

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation restricts the use of heand-held mobile telephones by commercial drivers.

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
5. Disqualification is ____ days for the second cell phone use offense within 3 years and ______ days for three or more offenses within 3 years.

  • 0,20
  • 60,120
  • 30,60
  • 10.20
A

60120

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Question:
1. Which of these NOT in the total stopping distance formula?

  • Reaction Distance
  • Perception Distance
  • Braking Distance
  • Road Distance
A

Road Distance

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Question:
2. The ______ the vehicle, the more work the brakes must do to stop it, and the more heat they absorbs.

  • Heavier
  • Lighter
  • Slower
  • Newer
A

Heavier

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Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

To regain control when you are hydroplaning, you should release the accelerator and push in the clutch?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
4. What should you do before starting down a grade?

  • Turn around
  • Shift your transmission to a lower gear
  • Shift your transmission to a high gear
  • Speed up
A

Shift your transmission to a lower gear

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Question:
5. You should always observe the posted speed limits when approaching and driving thourgh a work zone?

True -or- False

A

True

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Question:
1. When tailing another vehicle and traveling below 40 MPH, drivers should remain 1 second per hour many feet of vehicle length behind the vehicle in front of them.

  • 1 foot
  • 5 feet
  • 10 feet
  • 100 feet
A

10 feet

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Question:
2. When a vehicle is following too closely behind you, you should?

  • Speed up
  • Slam on brakes
  • Move to the right lane and slow down to let them pass
  • Repeatedly tap your brakes to send them a message
A

Move to the right lane and slow down to let them pass

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Question:
3. The best way to manage the space on each side of your vehicle is to?

  • Honk your horn and aleart other drivers to move away from the sides of your vehicle
  • Turn on your four-way flasher so that everyone the road will notice you
  • Wave your head out of the window if other vehicles get to close to you
  • Stay as centered in your lane as possible. Avoid hugging the line on either side of the lane.
A

Stay as centered in your lane as possible. Avoid hugging the line on either side of the lane.

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Question:
4. What should you do before starting down a grade?

  • Turn around
  • Shift your transmission to a low-gear
  • Shift your transmission to a high-gear
  • Speed up
A

Shift your transmission to a low-gear

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Question:
5. Signs of a distracted driver may include:?

  • Vehicle that are sporadically changing speeds for no reason
  • Vehicles that are swerving in and out of traffic
  • Drivers who are clearly using their cell phone to either talk or text
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

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Question:
1. Why do so many accidents occur at night with less exposure to traffic?

  • Low illumination can make things harder to see
  • A hazard must be much closer before we can see it
  • Drivers that are caught by surprise are less likely to avoid a collision
  • All of above
A

All of above

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Question:
2. Is the following statement true or false?

At night your turn signals and brake lights are less important All night. your turn signals and brake lights are less important for telling other drivers what you intend to do.

True -or- False

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Question:
3. When you must use low beams while driving at night you should _____________?

  • Slow down
  • Turn Right
  • Speed Up
  • Stop Immediately
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Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

Since you cant see your vehicle, you dont have to do a pre-trip inspection beofre driving at night.

True -or- False

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Question:
5. When you pull off the road and stop, be sure to turn on your __________.

  • High beams
  • Radio
  • Four-Way Emergency Flashers
  • Phone
A

Four-Way Emergency Flashers

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

In winter conditions, you should take curves at slower speeds and not brake while in curves.

True -or- False

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Question:
2. Is the following statement true or false?

You should always check tire mounting and air pressure when driving in hot weather.

True -or- False

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Question:
3. What should you do while driving in heavy wind?

  • Speed up your vehicle
  • Tailgate other vehicles
  • Keep a firm grip on your wheel
  • Change lanes often
A

Keep a firm grip on your wheel

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Question:
4. Which of these should you NOT do when driving through curves?

  • Keep slightly to the right of the lane center on right curves and in the middle of your lane on left curves.
  • The sharper the curve, the more you need to increase your speed.
  • Look for traffic coming from the opposite direction
  • Scan ahead, and look at the inside edge of the curve
A

The sharper the curve, the more you need to increase your speed

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Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

You should use high-beam headlights at all times when driving in fog.

True -or- False

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

Drivers must monitor their surroundings at all times when driving and continuously anticipate potential conditions that could lead to danger.

True -or- False

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Question:
2. To be able to successfully scan the environment, constant
is required.

  • Mental Alertness
  • Good Food
  • Good Radio Songs
  • Daydreaming
A

Mental Alertness

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Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

When scanning the road for hazards, you should focus on a single object.

True -or- False

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Question:
4. During an emergency situation, drivers may need an exit route. Mark the options that are examples of an exit route?
(Choose All The Apply)

  • Jumping out the window
  • Change Lanes
  • Driving onto the shoulder
  • Turning on windshield wipers
  • Emergency Stop
A

A. Jumping out the window

B. Change Lanes

C. Driving onto the shoulder

E. Emergency Stop

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Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

Distracted drivers are one of the most dangerous road hazards that drivers must be aware of.

True -or- False

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Question:
1. What is the most common type of skid that CMV drivers are faced with?

  • Jackknife skids
  • Drive-wheel skids
  • Regular skids
  • Wheelie-skids
A

Drive-wheel skids

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Question.
2. What is a Jackknife skid?

  • Which the tractor and trailer flip over
  • When your CMV runs off of the road
  • When the wheels of a trailer lock up and the trailer swings around
  • When a knife is stuck in one of your vehicle’s tires
A

When the wheels of a trailer lock up and the trailer swings around

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Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

If you hydroplane, you can regain control by releasing the accelerator and pushing in the clutch.

True -or- False

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Question:
4. To avoid a skid:

  • Never slam on the brakes
  • Pay close attention to stopping distances
  • Always keep your trailer straight when braking
  • All of the Above
A

All of the Above

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Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

When a front-wheel skid occurs, the only way to stop the skid is to let the vehicle slow down.

True -or- False

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Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

FMCSA regulations require that certain types of commercial vehicles stop within 50 feet of, and no closer than 15 feet to, the railroad tracks.

True -or-False

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Question:
2. Which type of commercial vehicle must stop within 50 feet of, and no closer than 15 feet to, the railroad tracks?

  • Cargo tank motor vehicles used for the transportation of any hazardous material
  • Cargo tank commercial vehicles transporting commodities under specific circumstances
  • Buses transporting passengers
  • All of the Above
A

All of the Above

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Question:
3. Which of these is NOT a disqualifying violation?

  • Failing to stop or slow down when required at railroad crossings
  • Failing to have enough space to completely cross the raitroad track without stopping
  • Failing to obey a traffic control device or the directions of an enforcement official
  • All of these are disqualifying violations
A

All of these are disqualifying violations

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Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

As a commercial driver, you should contact the Railroad personnel through the ENS if there are unsafe conditions at the crossing or if a disabled vehicle or other obstruction is blocking the railroad track.

True -or- False

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Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

If a train is far away and you think you have enough time, you should race the train and get across the tracks before it arrives.

True -or- False

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Q

Question:
1. The main purpose of your vehicle’s engine is to:

  • Warm up the vehicle during Winter
  • Balance out the weight of the vehicle
  • Provide power to the vehicle and allow it to move
  • Connect the tires to the vehicle’s frame
A

Provide power to the vehicle and allow it to move

87
Q

Question:
2. What is the primary braking system found in most CMVs?

  • Hydraulic Brakes
  • Air Brakes
  • Standard Brakes
  • Emergency/Parking Brake
A

Air Brakes

88
Q

Question:
3. Signs of a defect in your vehicle’s braking system include:
(Choose All The Apply)

  • Any unusual brake pedal “feel”
  • A brake pedal that is leaking onto your floor boards
  • Difficulty shifting gears
  • A delay or failure in stopping your vehicle
  • A brake pedal that feels like it is “pulling” to one side or the other
A

A. Any unusual brake pedal “feel”

D. A delay or failure in stopping your vehicle

E. A brake pedal that feels like it is “pulling” to one side or the other

89
Q

Question:
4. The system that connects your vehicle to the trailer is the _________?

  • Drive train system
  • Antilock Brake System
  • Coupling System
  • Suspension System
A

Coupling System

90
Q

Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

A CMV’s engine exhaust auxiliary system is used to guide exhaust gases away from the combustion process inside the engine.

True -or- False

91
Q

Question:
1. Roadside Inspections are examinations of commercial motor vehicles and/or their drivers by who?

  • Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) inspectors
  • Other Commercial Drivers
  • Regular Citizens
  • Motor Carrier Regulation Program (MCRP) inspectors
A

Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) inspectors

92
Q

Question:
2. Is the following statement true or false?

A driver who is convicted of violating an out-of-service order are not subjected to civil penalties, only companies have to pay penalties and fines.

True -or- False

93
Q

Question:
3. Which of these is a driver credential you must have on you at all times while you operate a commercial vehicle?

  • Commercial Driver’s License
  • Medical Card
  • Record of Duty Status
  • All of the Above
A

All of the Above

94
Q

Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

Drivers found to be in violation of operating without the proper driver credentials, in possession of drugs or alcohol, or in violation of hours-of-service rules may be placed out of service.

True -or- False

95
Q

Question:
5. Which of these is NOT a device that could result in a commercial vehicle being placed Out of Service?

  • Brake Systems
  • Tires
  • Cup Holders
  • Steering Mechanisms
A

Cup Holders

96
Q

Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

All drivers are required, per the FMCSA, to systematically inspect, repair, and maintain their vehicles to ensure that the vehicle is in good working condition.

True -or- False

97
Q

Question:
2. Is the following statement true or false?

Since fluids last a long time, drivers do not have to check fluid levels during their pre-trip inspections.

True -or- False

98
Q

Question:
3. Which of these is NOT a common fluid type that drivers will be asked to maintain?

  • Engine Oil
  • Power Steering Fluid
  • Coolant
  • Air Freshener Fluid
A

Air Freshener Fluid

99
Q

Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

Drivers should regularly gauge the pressure of each tire on their vehicle and ensure that it falls between the appropriate range.

True -or- False

100
Q

Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

There are three different air tanks that drivers must drain - the cold tank, the mixed tank, and the crazy tank.

True -or- False

101
Q

Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

According to regulations, your cargo can block the view in front of your vehicle or to the left- or right-hand side.

True -or- False

102
Q

Question:
2. When should you re-check your cargo securement during a trip?
(Choose All The Apply)

  • After you have driven for 3 hours, or 150 miles
  • After every break you take during driving.
  • Never
  • Within the first 50 miles after beginning a trip
A

A. After you have driven for 3 hours, or 150 miles

B. After every break you take during driving.

D. Within the first 50 miles after beginning a trip

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Q

Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

A low center-of-gravity means that your vehicle is more likely to tip over in certain situations.

True -or- False

104
Q

Question:
4. Drivers must also be sure to have all of the proper paperwork required to transport hazardous materials. The most important of these is the hazardous materials ________________ which provides key information about the type of hazardous materials being transported.

  • Gas Receipt
  • Cell Phone
  • Shipping Paper
  • Carrier Document
A

Shipping Paper

105
Q

Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

A shipping paper can be anywhere in the truck as long as the driver can eventually find it.

True -or- False

106
Q

Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

CMV drivers have no responsibility to prevent environmental pollution while operating their vehicle.

Ture -or- False

107
Q

Question:
2. Drivers should turn off their engines if they expect to idle for longer than?

  • 10 seconds
  • 30 seconds
  • 2 minutes
  • 5 minutes
A

30 seconds

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Q

Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

An increase in fuel efficiency leads to a decrease in harmful vehicle emissions.

True -or- False

109
Q

Question:
4. Driving habits and behaviors that can reduce harmful emissions include: (Choose All The Apply).

  • Accelerating your vehicle at a smooth, steady pace
  • Always using the proper turn signals
  • Attempting to limit the amount of excess weight that your vehicle is carrying
  • Never driving above the speed limit
A

A. Accelerating your vehicle at a smooth, steady pace

C. Attempting to limit the amount of excess weight that your vehicle is carrying

110
Q

Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

Drivers who keep environmental issues in mind when operating their vehicles will lessen the harmful effects on the environment and also maintain a more fuel-efficient vehicle.

True -or- False

111
Q

Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

The ELD mandate is a U.S. federal government regulation specifying that operators of commercial motor vehicles covered by this law will be required to use electronic logging devices, or ELDs, to record Record-of-duty-status.

True -or- False

112
Q

Question:
2. To be qualified to drive a commercial vehicle, you must first complete a ____ hour off duty period.

  • 10
  • 08
  • 06
  • 04
113
Q

Question:
3. Once a driver reports for duty, the driver is qualified to drive a commercial vehicle for a period of ____ consecutive hours.

  • 24
  • 18
  • 14
  • 16
114
Q

Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

During your 14-hour qualifying period, you are limited to driving a total of 11 hours.

True -or- False

115
Q

Question:
5. To operate as a time sheet driver, which of this must you do?

  • Leave and Return to your normal reporting location
  • Operate within a 150-air mile radius
  • Complete your driving day within a 14-hour period
  • Document the time that you start, the time that end and the total hours each day.
  • All of the Above
A

All of the Above

116
Q

Question:
1. ___________ issues are things such as drugs and alcohol consumption, lack of exercise, poor diet choices, and bad sleep
environments are all decisions that can be changed to help prevent fatigue.

  • Health
  • Workplace
  • Dieting
  • Lifestyle
117
Q

Question:
2. Is the following statement true or false?

Drifting from your lane, following too closely, or hitting a shoulder rumble strip are all signs of driver fatigue.

True -or- False

118
Q

Question:
3. Which of these is a good habit for ensuring that you are ready to drive when the time comes?

  • Eating fast food
  • Partying hard
  • Getting enough sleep
  • Doing drugs
A

Getting enough sleep

119
Q

Question:
Is the following statement true or false?

You should take your doctor’s prescribed medicine before driving, even if it makes you drowsy while operating a commercial vehicle.

True -or- False

120
Q

Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

Exercise has proven to give people energy throughout the day. You should try to exercise regularly in order to be ready to drive.

True -or- False

121
Q

Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

What you do after an accident can be the difference between life and death.

True -or- False

122
Q

Question:
2. What is the first procedure you should follow immediately following an accident?

  • Look to help other people
  • Assess your physical condition
  • Call your mom
A

Assess your physical condition

123
Q

Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

If an accident results in a vehicle being towed OR the CDL driver is issued a citation, a DOT post-accident drug and alcohol test must be completed.

True -or- False

124
Q

Question:
4. If a driver does not complete a required alcohol test within the first 2 hours after leaving the accident, the driver has up to _ hours to complete the test and must explain the reason for delay in a written statement.

  • 24
  • 10
  • 12
  • 8
125
Q

Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

Refusal to complete a drug test is treated the same as a negative result.

True -or- False

126
Q

Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

When a law enforcement officer asks you for your credentials, you should ask him why he needs to see them.

True -or- False

127
Q

Question:
2. the following statement true or false?

Drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) operating in interstate commerce must be able to read and speak the English language.

True -or- False

128
Q

Quesiton:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

You should never challenge a violation or citation during the inspection.

True -or- False

129
Q

Question:
4. Level Inspection is a vehicle-only inspection which may be performed without a driver present, at any location.

  • V
  • lV
  • lII
  • VIII
130
Q

Question:
5. During a roadside inspection, what should you do?
(Choose All The Apply)

  • Keep seat belt on until officer says you can take it off
  • Argue with the officer if you know you’re right
  • Roll down your window
  • Keep hands on the wheel
  • Answer questions and follow instructions
  • Drive away if you think you did something wrong
A

A. Keep seat belt on until officer says you can take it off

C. Roll down your window

D. Keep hands on the wheel

E. Answer questions and follow instructions

131
Q

Question:
1. What is a Whistleblower?

  • A person who is highly skilled at blowing whistles
  • Someone who informs the appropriate authorities about any illegal, unsafe, or non-compliant activities that are happening in their
    workplace.
  • A government agent that investigates wrongdoing in the transportation industry
  • Both A&C
A

Someone who informs the appropriate authorities about any illegal, unsafe, or non-compliant activities that are happening in their
workplace.

132
Q

Quesiton:
2. Is the following statement true or false?

Drivers should NEVER speak up about situations that could potentially be dangerous or irresponsible while on the job. These decisions should be left to the supervisors.

True -or- False

133
Q

Quesiton:
3. Whistleblower complaints should be filed with ____?

  • HIPAA
  • OSHA
  • FERPA
  • All of the above
134
Q

Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

Coercion is the act of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.

True -or- False

135
Q

Question:
5. Ways that drivers can submit whistleblower complaints include:

  • Online
  • Fax/Mail/or Email
  • Telephone
  • In person
  • All of the above
A

All of the above

136
Q

Question:
1. Which of these could be a restriction that could impact the movement of your commercial vehicle?

  • Border Crossings
  • Railroad Crossings
  • Toll Booths
  • All of the Above
A

All of the Above

137
Q

Question:
2. Is the following statement true or false?

The first thing drivers must do when preparing for their trip is to ensure that they have all of the required paperwork and documentation needed to operate their vehicle and successfully deliver or pick up their load.

True -or- False

138
Q

Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

Heavy traffic areas are easy to drive in and exciting so they should be always included during route planning.

True -or- False

139
Q

Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

When drivers fail to properly plan their trips, or do not attempt to plan their trip at all, there are several issues that can disrupt or slow down the trip.

True -or- False

140
Q

Question:
5. Which of these should not be an important factor when choosing a route?

  • The distance of the trip
  • Where the best restaurants are
  • Safety of the route
  • Where heavy traffic areas are
A

Where the best restaurants are

141
Q

Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

Commercial drivers are never drug tested for any reason.

True -or- False

142
Q

Question:
2. Which of these is NOT a category of drugs or controlled substances that the regulations prohibit from being in a CDL driver’s system?

  • Marijuana
  • Cocaine
  • Opiates
  • Tylenol
143
Q

Quyestion:
3. If you are unable to provide a specimen and leave without providing a specimen it will be considered a ______ result.

A. Positive

B. Negative

144
Q

Question:
4. Is the following statement true or false?

Drivers that exhibit impairment may be asked to submit to a reasonable suspicion drug or alcohol test.

True -or- False

145
Q

Question:
5. If an accident results in a fatality, which of the following is true?

  • DOT Post-Accident Drug Test must be taken
  • DOT Post-Accident Alcohol Test must be taken
  • No Post-Accident Drug/Alcohol Tests are required
  • Both A & B
A

Both A & B

146
Q

Question:
1. Is the following statement true or false?

As a commercial driver, you are required to meet medical requirements outlined in the FMCSA regulations to operate a commercial vehicle.

True -or- False

147
Q

Question:
2. All DOT medical examinations for commercial drivers must be performed by an examiner who is listed on the
website.

  • National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners
  • National Doctor’s List
  • State Board of Directors
  • National Police Officers
A

National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners

148
Q

Question:
3. Is the following statement true or false?

Commercial drivers must get a DOT medical examination every five years.

True -or- False

149
Q

Question:
4. Which of these is NOT a qualification to drive a commercial vehicle?

  • Has a currently valid commercial motor vehicle operator’s license
  • Be 25 Years Old
  • Can read and speak the English language
  • Is physically qualified to drive
A

Be 25 Years Old

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Q

Question:
5. Is the following statement true or false?

Disqualification for loss of driving privileges means a driver is disqualified from operating a commercial vehicle on public highways for a duration of time specified by the authority that rendered the disqualification.

True -or- False

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