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C4 2024 Flashcards

1
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4c 24

The U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans’ Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act of 2007, was, in part, a formalized restart of what former program? (pg.9/10)

A

NAFTA Trucking Demonstration Project (2007-2009)

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4c 24

According to posted studies, Disc brakes tend have a shorter stopping distance anywhere from ____ (depending on speed) when compared to drum brakes. (pg. 43)

A

17% to 33%

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4c 24

When was the final rule issued establishing the “National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners”? (M)(Y) (pg. 33)

A

April 2012

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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)

A

Posting information on regulations

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5
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4c 24

If a CDL driver is cited for disregarding a grade crossing safety rule, what is the timeline for CDL disqualification for the first conviction? (pg.111)

stop here

A

60-day disqualification

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4c 24

When was it announced that all 50 states were in full compliance with the 2008 REAL-ID rule set in place by the DHS? (pg.77)

A

September 10, 2020

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4c 24

According to a 2007 study by the ____________, Smoking (just one of many areas of distracted driving) allotted for about 12,780 crashes over the 5-year period of the study. (pg.48)

A

“Canadian Center of Occupational Health and Safety”,

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4c 24

What is a cause of most accidents? (pg.72)

A

Human error

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According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), what percentage of fatal crashes are not associated to speeding? (pg. 41)

A

71%

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According to an ATRI study updated in 2022, what was the increased percentage of speeding violations between 2018 and the update? (pg.42)

A

8.1%

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Whan taking an axillary temperature (Under the arm) – what is the general temperature difference you should consider in comparison to an oral reading? (pg.129

A

Add 1° F to match oral reading

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When did the FMCSA’s 2015 final rule on ELD’s go into full effect? (pg.39)

A

December 2019

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13
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Which Agency has authority to enforce wheel chock compliance in non-interstate CMV operations. (pg.38)

A

OSHA

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14
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Which vehicles are not required to stop at railroad crossings? (pg.111)

A

Any empty passenger transportation bus designated for student transportation use.

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According to the FMCSR’s – which of the following are not considered “on-duty time”. (pg.53)

A. In attendance of a disabled CMV while awaiting repair.

B. Time spent taking a random D&A test.

C. Time planning or maintaining a GPS route during a 34-hour reset.
D. Conditioning a CMV after post-tip inspection.

A

Time planning or maintaining a GPS route during a 34-hour reset.

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16
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According to the PHMSA and HMR’s – what hazard class is Poison Gas? (pg.97)

A. 6.1

B. 6.2

C. 2.1

D. 2.3

A

2.3

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17
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  1. Which is not a symptom of shock? (pg. 140)

A. Cool, Clammy skin

B. Low blood pressure with a weak pulse

C. Abnormally long drawn breaths

D. Dilated pupils

A

Abnormally long drawn breaths

18
Q

Per a US DOT Study, hard evidence shows that each year seat belt use prevents _________ fatalities in vehicle accidents. (pg.36)

A

15,700

19
Q

If convicted for three serious violations in 3 years – a CDL driver could be disqualified for________. (pg.58)

A

120 days

20
Q

In 2019, the NHTSA reported that 2,142 people were killed in motor vehicles accidents due to ________________. (pg.49

A

Distracted Driving

21
Q

Finalized in 2013, regulations by the NHTSA require that standard tractors traveling at 60 MPH must come to a complete stop within ____ feet, while vehicles with more axles and heavier loads are allowed up to ____ feet to stop. (pg.42)

A

250, 310

22
Q

If a CMV driver is convicted of a hand-held cell phone violation three times within three years, the driver could be disqualified for 120 days and face a federal civil penalty of up $________ for each offense. (pg.50)

A

$2,570

23
Q

In relation to question 22, Motor Carriers who are found to have “allowed” their drivers to use to use hand-held cell phones while operating a CMV face a maximum penalty of $11,000 per violation and a ____ -point CSA violation. (pg.50)

A

10 point

24
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On January 28th, 2008, DHS issued the REAL ID rule, which designated _____ different security criteria that license-issuing jurisdictions must meet to be certified as REAL-ID-compliant by the department. (pg. 77

A

18

25
Q

According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, as of April 2023, there were over _________ active U.S. motor carriers that own or lease at least one tractor. (pg.11)

A

750,000

26
Q

What regulation group is Unsafe Driving

A

392

27
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What regulation group is Hours of Service Compliance (2)

A

392
395

28
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What regulation group is Vehicle Maintenance

A

393
396

29
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What regulation group is Controlled Substance (2)

A

382
392

30
Q

According to FMCSR 392.16, how many states (and the District of Columbia) have established primary enforcement regulations for seat belt compliance? (pg. 36)

A

35

31
Q

According to the Safety Belt Usage by Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Drivers Survey – released by the FMCSA – seat belt compliance had improved between 2013 and 2016 by what percentage. (pg.36)

A

2%

32
Q

Per the ATRI – what is the likelihood of a crash if speeding greater than 15 M.P.H. over the posted speed limit? (pg.41

A

40%

33
Q

What are the consequences for a CDL driver who refuses to submit to a FMCSA mandated drug or alcohol test? (pg. 57)
A. Test is considered a positive test.

B. Driver is denied the opportunity for the SAP program.

C. Driver is removed from Safety sensitive functions for 48 hours.

D. Driver is allowed to test again after 48 hours.

A

A. Test is considered a positive test.

34
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  1. When transporting in bulk packaging, what is the definition of an “elevated temperature material” for a solid material? (pg. 98)

A. Transported at or above 464 degrees F.

B. Transported below or under 240 degrees C.

C. Transported at or above 212 degrees F.

D. Transported below or under 37.8 degrees C.

A

A. Transported at or above 464 degrees F.

35
Q

The NFPA has developed the acronym “PASS” to help people remember how to use a portable fire extinguisher. What does the first “S” in “PASS” stand for? (pg.166)

A

Squeeze

36
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  1. How often should a driver check the mirrors when operating a CMV? (pg. 43)
A

5-8 seconds

37
Q

Per the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21) – how much time does a state have to report a HM route change to the FMCSA? (pg. 88-89)

A

60 days

38
Q

Under Federal Law – what is the maximum penalty for failure to report a spill into waterways? (pg.109)

A

$75,000 per day

39
Q

In general, what type of cargo is most likely to increase the seriousness of a truck fire? (pg.113)

A. Explosives

B. Oxidizers

C. Organic Peroxides

D. All the above

A

D. All the above

40
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  1. When must a driver of a CMV possess a tank vehicle endorsement of their CDL to operate? (pg.86)

A. Individual tank capacity of less than 119 pounds.

B. Attached tank capacity of more than 119 kilograms.

C. Aggregate capacity of 1,000+ gallons

A

C. Aggregate capacity of 1,000+ gallons

41
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In 2021, commercial single-unit and combination trucks traveled 327.48 billion miles. What percentage of those miles were driven by single-unit vehicles? (pg.12)

A

59.73%

2024 PTC (90 decks)

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