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40 Safety Questions And Answers 51-74 Flashcards

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Safety Questions And Answers

The driver should know the basic requirements of Part ____ so that he can remain qualified to drive

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Part 391.

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What part of the FMCSR is Driving Rules

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Part 392.

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What part of the FMCSR is Commercial Drivers License Standards; Requirement and Penalties

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Part 383.

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What part of the FMCSR is Inspection and Maintenance

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Part 396.

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The driver must pay particular attention to the requirements of Parts _____ and _______

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392 and 395.

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What part of the FMCSR is Parts and Accessories Necessary for safe Operation

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Part 393.

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What part of the FMCSR is Hours of Service

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Part 395.

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What restrictions are prescribed in the FMCSRs on front-facing red lights on an interstate truck or combination

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Front facing red lights are prohibited except for emergency or service vehicle which are authorized by state laws to have such lights. The restriction does not apply to the rear facing lens of a front mounted double faced turn signal

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What types of emergency warning devices do the FMCSRs prescribe for stopped vehicle (393.95)

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Three red reflective triangles

Minimum of three liquid-burning flares

Minimum of six fuses.

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What is the first step a driver should take to protect his disabled vehicle on the highway or shoulder for any cause other than traffic stops

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The driver should immediately activate the vehicle’s four-way flashers. (392.22)

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The driver should know enough about Parts _____ and _____ to ascertain that the equipment meets the requirements of the regulations and is in safe operation condition

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Parts 393 and 396.

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What part of the FMCSR is Controlled Substances and Alcohol, Use and Testing

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Part 382.

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What is the second step that a driver should take to protect his disabled,stopped or parked vehicle (392.22)

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If the driver intends to remain parked for more than 10 minuets,he should immediately place emergency warning devices in compliance with FMCSRs

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What part of the FMCSR is Qualifications of Drivers

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Part 391.

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What emergency equipment is required by FMCSA regulations (393.95)

(There is 3)

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  1. One fire extinguisher
  2. One set of prescribed emergency warning devices for stopped vehicles
  3. One spare fuse for each type on the vehicle (unless the vehicle is equipped with circuit breakers)

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What happens If a driver is found operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.02 or greater, but less than 0.04?

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The driver is placed out of service for 24 hours

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After an initial drop of 5 to 10 pounds, once you apply service brakes, further pressure drop should not exceed ____ psi per minute.

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4 psi

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If a motor vehicle is disabled within 500 feet of a curve, warning signals may be placed in the direction of the obstruction, no more than 500 feet or no less than ____ feet from the disabled vehicle.(392.22)

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100

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What part of the FMCSR is if hauling hazardous materials

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Part 397.

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What rear facing lights on an interstate truck might be red

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Turn signals may be red or amber

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When may the four-way flashers be in Operation on moving vehicle

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On slow moving vehicles

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When putting out emergency warning signal how many feet is one pace

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2 1/2 feet

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Where should emergency warning signals be placed when a vehicle is disabled or otherwise stopped or parked on the shoulder or traveled portion of a divided highway (392.22)

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All signals should be placed to the rear of vehicle at a distance of

10 feet,

100 feet and

200 feet

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If the vehicle stop excess ____ minutes, the driver must place other emergency warning devices as required by the regulations (392.22)

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10 minutes

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The “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices” specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings:

Octagonal

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Stop

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The “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices” specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings:

Rectangular

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Posting information

or

Regulations

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How long may a driver use the four-way flashers as an emergency warning when stopped for reasons other than disablement or a required traffic stop (392.22)

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10 minutes

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The “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices” specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings:

Diamond

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Warn of danger

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The “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices” specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings:

Triangular

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Drivers facing it should yield the right-of-way

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The “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices” specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings:

Round

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Railroad

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The “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices” specifies the following traffic sign shapes and meanings:

Crossbuck

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Crossing of railroad tracks

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Drivers cannot consume or be under the influence of alcohol within _ ___ of going on duty (392.5)

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4 hours

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When is a driver subject to post-accident drug or alcohol testing (383.303)

(3)

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  1. following any crash resulting in a fatality
  2. driver is involved in an injury or towaway crash, as defined in the FMCSRs
  3. receives a citation for a moving violation in connection with the crash

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What miscellaneous parts and accessories are required on all interstate vehicles by FMCSA safety regulations (there 5 thing)

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  1. windshield wiping and washing system
  2. defroster device
  3. rear vision mirrors
  4. speedometer
  5. horn

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What penalties apply to the driver who violates an out of service order? (first offense)

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Disqualified as a CMV driver for a period of not less than 180 days and up to one year

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What penalties apply to the driver who violates an out of service order? (second offense within 10 years)

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Disqualified as a CMV driver for a period of not less than 2 years and no more than 5 years

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Which way should a driver turn the front wheels to recover from a skid

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The direction that the rear of the vehicle is sliding

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What is a good rule of thumb by which a driver can judge the safe speed for a ramp

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Ramp speed should be 10 MPH below posted speed limits

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How can a driver’s ability to make quick, correct decisions be improved?

(There is 6)

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  1. Good driving habits
  2. Experience
  3. Good mental and emotional habits
  4. Good physical condition
  5. Adequate rest
  6. Training

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How long does it take to check mirrors on driver’s side of truck

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three quarters of a second

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How long does it take to check mirrors on passager side of vehicle

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twice as long as the opposite side

(1.5 seconds)

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What basic precautions should be taken when making a safe right turn in any vehicle?

(3)

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  1. Signal well in advance
  2. Approach the intersection slowly
  3. Try to stay not more than four feet out from the right-hand curb

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Statistics suggest that one out of ___ trucking accidents can be blamed on poor backing techniques

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four

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What are the first symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

(There is 3)

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  1. drowsiness
  2. lightheadedness
  3. headache

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What class license is needed to drive any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR

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Class B

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Carbon monoxide is a deadly poison when inhale in excessive amounts and is virtually impossible to detect because it is ____, ____ and _____

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colorless

odorless

tasteless

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Next to compliance, what is the driver’s most important responsibility with respect to the hours of service regulations?

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Driver to get rest during his off-duty period regardless of what time of day it is

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What are the signs of drowsiness ?

(There is 6)

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  1. A person’s eyes close involuntarily
  2. head nods
  3. yawns repeatedly
  4. may have difficulty staying in his lane
  5. might not remember driving the last few miles
  6. may miss his exit

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Safety Questions And Answers

FMCSR’s Part ___, “On duty time means all time from the time a driver begins to work or is required to be in readiness to work until the time the driver is relieved from work and all responsibility for performing work

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395.2

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What other factors must be taken into consideration when operating a vehicle?

(4)

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  1. The condition of vehicle
  2. Types of roads and road conditions
  3. Light and weather conditions
  4. His own mental and physical condition

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What papers must the interstate driver have in his possession when on duty ?

(6)

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  1. Commercial Driver’s License
  2. Driver log for current day plus previous 7 days
  3. If hauling HM he must have
  4. Documents showing what is in the load
  5. HM paper requirements for identifying HM by Emergency Response Personnel
  6. A signed DVIR if defects were noted and repaired

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How long must a Carrier keep on file a DVIR when defects have been noted ?

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90 Days

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What should the driver do if a front tire fails suddenly?

(4)

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  1. The driver should accelerate to stabilize the vehicle’s front end
  2. Reduce speed gradually
  3. Concentrate on steering to keep control
  4. avoid using the brakes

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What class driver is needed for any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,001 pounds.

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Class A

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The purpose of ____ is to help the driver maintain control during braking by avoiding wheel lock-up and an out-of-control skid.

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ABS

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When reporting an emergency, a driver should report the “____, ____and _____” of the incident, making sure his message is understood

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Who

What

Where

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57
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What causes the most accidents?

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Human error

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What should a drvier do in order to hold a parked until in placed? To hold a parked vehicle, the driver should: (There is 2)

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  1. Apply the parking brakes
  2. Place the transmission in a lower gear

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Will ABS prevent jackknifing

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Yes, if the driver has adjusted his speed to the road conditions

60
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Pretrip

At what psi should the low air warning come on (on the primary reservoir)

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55 psi
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pretrip

At what psi should all brakes apply

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Between 45 and 20 psi
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Stopping Distance

Who recommends 1 second per 10 feet of vehicle length, with an additional second added if speed is over 40 mph

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The CDL Driver’s Manual
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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of improper or erratic lane-changing

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of driving recklessly

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

65
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The brake performance cart is found at 49 CFR ______

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393.52

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66
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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of speeding 15 mph over the posted speed limit

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

67
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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of violating state or local law related to motor vehicle traffic control resulting in a fatal crash

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

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What are the areas of brake performance for which minimum limits are prescribed ?

(3)

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  1. Braking force as a percentage of gross vehicle weight
  2. Deceleration rate
  3. Braking distance

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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of following too closely

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of driving a CMV without a CLP or CDL in driver’s possession

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of driving a CMV without obtaining a CLP or CDL

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of driving a CMV without the proper class of CLP or CDL and/or endorsments for the specific vehicle group being operated

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

73
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What is the penalty if a driver is driving under the influence of alcohol and /or controlled substances

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lifetime disqualification

74
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What is the penalty if a driver is Driving while having an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or more

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lifetime disqualification

75
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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of violating a state or local law prohibiting texting and/or handheld mobile phone, while operating a CMV

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Driver is disqualified for 60 day for 2 times in 3 years or 120 days for 3 times in 3 years

76
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When placing emergency warning signals how many paces equal 100 feet?
PG 64 Facts for Drivers study guide

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40 pace

77
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If a driver’s blood pressure remains consistently above ________, further evaluation of that driver’s blood pressure Is necessary. PG 54 Facts for Drivers study guide

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140/90

78
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What happens to a driver if he is convicted of leaving the scene of an accident

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one year

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4c 24

According to the “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices” – what is the purpose of rectangular traffic signs? (pg.72)

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Posting information on regulations

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