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1
Q

How many hours of sleep will maintain alertness?

A

7-8 hours

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2
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Tread depth in front tires require _________ inches in major grooves

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4/32

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3
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Tread depth in any other tire except for the front tires require __________ inches in major grooves

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2/32

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4
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If one fourth of the leaves in a leaf spring are missing:

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Then the vehicle will be put out of service until it is fixed

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5
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A broken exhaust system:

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Can allow poisonous fumes to enter the cabin

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6
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When approaching a vehicle for a pre-trip inspection, a driver should look under the vehicle:

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To see if there are any fresh fluids on the ground

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7
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A pre-trip inspection should include:

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A check of the engine oil level

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8
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When starting the engine of a truck with a trailer, you can tell that your vehicles ABS is not working if:

A

The yellow light on the left rear of the trailer stays on

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9
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When starting an engine, oil pressure should come up to a normal level:

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Within seconds

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10
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How can you check for a leak in hydraulic breaks?

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Pump the break pedal three times, then hold down the pedal for five seconds. If the pedal moves, there may be a problem

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11
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When stopping a manual transmission vehicle, you should:

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Push the clutch in when the engine is close to idle

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12
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When backing with a trailer, you should begin by:

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Turning the steering wheel in the direction opposite of the turn

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13
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When backing up, follow a turning trailer by:

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Changing the direction of the steering wheel

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14
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If you remain in neutral for too long while switching gears:

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You may have trouble putting the vehicle into the next gear

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15
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Scan the road ______ ahead of your vehicle

A

12-15 seconds

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16
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To warn drivers behind you that you will be slowing down, you should:

A

Tap your brake pedal a few times to illuminate your brake lights

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17
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When driving on a wet road, you should reduce your speed by:

A

1/3

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18
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When driving on packed snow, you should reduce your speed by:

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1/2 or more

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19
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You should maintain at least _______ of following distance per every 10 feet of your vehicle when you are traveling slower than 40 mph

A

1 Second

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20
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If you are turning left at an intersection where there are two available turn lanes:

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It is best to use the right lane

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21
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Slow down and be extra careful:

A

When approaching a work zone

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22
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In cool weather, as the temperature begins to rise and ice begins to melt:

A

The road will become even more slippery

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23
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When near a railroad crossing:

A

You may not hear a train, even if one is approaching

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24
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To avoid a hazard, you:

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May need to swerve your vehicle out of the way

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25
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After an accident, flares should be used with caution because:

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There may be fuel spilled on the ground that could catch fire

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26
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If you have an engine fire, you should:

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Turn off the engine as soon as possible

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27
Q

When putting out an electrical fire:

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Use a B:C extinguisher

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28
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If you’re not sure what to do to extinguish a fire in your vehicle, you should:

A

Wait for the firefighters

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29
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When using a fire extinguisher on a fire, you should:

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Stand as far away from the fire as possible

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30
Q

You may not consume alcohol with _________ of going on duty

A

4 hours

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31
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The only way to sober up after consuming alcohol is to:

A

Wait

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32
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How many sides of the car must placards be if carrying hazardous cargo:

A

All 4 sides

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33
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When loading cargo, it is important to:

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Know the weight capacity rating of the suspension system

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34
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Cargo should be covered:

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To protect from spillage

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35
Q

What is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVRW)?

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The maximum permitted total weight of a vehicle and its cargo

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36
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You should use at least _______ to secure cargo on a flatbed trailer

A

2 Tie-downs

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37
Q

Bracing is used to:

A

Prevent items from moving in a trailer

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38
Q

If transporting livestock, drivers should be concerned about:

A

The vehicles weight shifting as the animals move

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39
Q

A truck may need to be under the legal maximum weight limit when being driven:

A

On a mountainous road

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40
Q

Too little weight on a steering axle can result in:

A

Poor traction

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41
Q

Dry bulk tanks require special care because:

A

They have a high center of gravity

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42
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You should cover cargo:

A

To protect cargo from weather

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43
Q

When carrying a sealed load, the driver:

A

Should ensure the weight of the cargo does not violate weight limits

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44
Q

A second conviction of operation a CMV with a minimum blood alcohol concentration of 0.04 percent will result in:

A

The loss of your CDL for life

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45
Q

While still below the legal limit, a driver operation a CMV with a detectable amount of alcohol in their system will:

A

Result in an out-of-service order for 24 hours

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46
Q

If you are disqualified from driving:

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You must notify your employer within two business days

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47
Q

It is illegal to operate a CMV with a minimum alcohol content (BAC) of:

A

0.04 percent

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48
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If asked by a law enforcement officer to take a test to determine your blood alcohol concentration (BAC):

A

You will lose your CDL if you refuse to take the test

49
Q

Your CDL will be revoked if:

A

Your privilege to operate your personal vehicle is revoked

50
Q

If convicted of a traffic violation, you must inform your employer:

A

Within 30 days

51
Q

During the steering box portion of the vehicle inspection test, you should not:

A

Assume all cotter keys are present

52
Q

When performing a pre-trip inspection and looking into the fifth wheel gap, you should:

A

Make sure the locking jaws are fully closed around the kingpin

53
Q

Move over laws require:

A

All vehicles to vacate the lane closest to an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing

54
Q

Emergency equipment in a vehicle is:

A

Required

55
Q

Mirror adjustments can only be checked properly if:

A

The trailer is straight

56
Q

If unable to tell if the road is becoming icy and slippery, a driver:

A

May open their window and feel the front of the side mirror for ice

57
Q

A stopped bus:

A

Is a concern, whether passengers are visible or not

58
Q

Headlights:

A

Should be on the high beam setting whenever possible

59
Q

Black ice is:

A

A thin layer of ice on the road

60
Q

Before entering a curve, you should:

A

Downshift

61
Q

When driving, it is important to:

A

Look to the front, sides, and rear of your vehicle

62
Q

When making a turn, when should you cancel your turn signal?

A

After the turn is completed

63
Q

The maximum amount of play that is safe on a 20-inch steering wheel is:

A

2 inches

64
Q

If you identify a distracted driver on the road, you should:

A

Give them plenty of room

65
Q

When conducting a pre-drive inspection:

A

The previous inspection report should be reviewed, if applicable

66
Q

In low temperatures, bridges usually freeze:

A

Before other parts of the roadway

67
Q

If a vehicle is equipped with power steering, the hoses should be checked:

A

For leaks

68
Q

You will often have to drive your vehicle under bridges and overpasses. If approaching such an opening, you should:

A

Assume the posted clearance height is accurate

69
Q

A ramp’s posted speed limit:

A

Is suitable for some vehicles, but may be too fast for large CMV

70
Q

Parked trucks may be hazardous because:

A

People are often in a hurry when exiting such trucks and may not look for other vehicles

71
Q

How do ice cream trucks become hazardous to other drivers?

A

Children often run toward an ice cream truck without looking for other traffic

72
Q

When a vehicle is started, warning lights and buzzers:

A

Should turn off within a few seconds

73
Q

After two violations of any state law regarding hand-held mobile phone use:

A

Your CDL will be disqualified

74
Q

One way to avoid becoming an aggressive driver is to :

A

Set realistic expectations regarding travel time

75
Q

When passing another vehicle, you should:

A

Assume the other driver does not see you

76
Q

One way to prevent drowsiness while driving is to:

A

Get adequate sleep the night before the trip

77
Q

If driving so slowly that you could impede other drivers, you should:

A

Drive while using your four-way flashers

78
Q

If driving through flowing water or a large puddle, you should:

A

Gently apply the brakes

79
Q

What are placards?

A

Signs placed on a vehicle to identify cargo hazards

80
Q

Distracted driving:

A

Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations while driving

81
Q

What is reaction distance?

A

The distance you will travel between realizing you must brake and when you physically hit the brakes

82
Q

When passing a row of parked vehicles, a driver should:

A

Watch for signs of a person exiting a vehicle

83
Q

When backing with a trailer, turning towards the driver’s side is encouraged because:

A

The driver will have the best possible view

84
Q

In very hot weather, tires should be checked regularly because:

A

Air pressure may increase with the temperature

85
Q

When driving:

A

You should always use your turn signals to warn others about your intentions

86
Q

If you must stop on the side of the highway, how behind your vehicle should warning devices be placed?

A

10, 100, and 200 feet

87
Q

In an emergency, if you must leave the roadway to drive on the shoulder, you should:

A

Stop safely before returning to the road, if possible

88
Q

When inspecting a power steering-equipped vehicle, you should be sure that:

A

The fluid is at the proper level

89
Q

When stopping:

A

The brake pedal should be pressed gradually

90
Q

If you must drive in reverse, it is helpful to:

A

First exit the truck and walk the path to look for obstacles

91
Q

Dual tires should:

A

Not come in contact with one another

92
Q

Most heavy vehicles require __________ to change gears

A

Double clutching

93
Q

The two indicators that determine when you should upshift are:

A

Engine speed and road speed

94
Q

Leaking shock absorbers:

A

Indicate a potentially dangerous defect

95
Q

If you need to travel down a hill, you should switch in to a lower gear:

A

Before you start moving downhill

96
Q

For safety purposes, when should you turn off a retarder:

A

When the roadways are slippery

97
Q

When checking your vehicle’s lights before driving:

A

The engine should be turned off

98
Q

When testing a parking break, the vehicle should:

A

Be placed in a lower gear while the driver attempts to pull forward

99
Q

When parked on the side of the road, you should:

A

Use your four-way flashers

100
Q

If driving a vehicle with a manual transmission, you can prevent your vehicle from rolling backward when starting from a stop by:

A

Partly engaging the clutch before removing your foot from the brake pedal

101
Q

How does doubling your speed from 20 mph to 40 mph affect your vehicles braking distance:

A

It quadruples

102
Q

When backing, it is best to:

A

Use a helped if possible

103
Q

A truck should be parked:

A

So that it can be pulled forward to leave the space

104
Q

When using your mirrors, you should frequently look at your tires to:

A

Watch for tire fires

105
Q

You must put out emergency warning devices within _________ of stopping on the side of the road

A

10 minutes

106
Q

Texting while driving a CMV is:

A

Prohibited

107
Q

How could you reduce your stress while driving?

A

Listen to calming music

108
Q

If an aggressive driver confronts you, you should not:

A

Challenge them

109
Q

When driving a vehicle equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should:

A

Brake as you would in a vehicle not equipped with ABS

110
Q

If an approaching driver is using their high beam headlights, you should:

A

Look to the right side of your lane until the vehicle has passed

111
Q

If you are driving at a reduced speed in a construction zone when you spot a construction worker near the road, you should:

A

Further reduce your speed

112
Q

If you realize you may be running late to your destination, you should:

A

Deal with it and drive at a safe speed

113
Q

Joggers who are wearing headsets:

A

May not be aware of what is happening around them

114
Q

A person working on a disabled vehicle on the shoulder of a road:

A

May be focused on the repair and not paying attention to roadway traffic

115
Q

What is the purpose of a vehicle inspection report?

A

It tells the motor carrier about problems that may need to be fixed

116
Q

An open automobile window in cold weather may indicate that the driver is:

A

Driving impaired

117
Q

While driving, you should:

A

Develop plans to get out of any dangerous situation that could arise

118
Q

If an aggressive driver is involved in a crash on the road ahead of you, you should:

A

Stop after the crash scene and report the driver’s aggressive behavior to the police

119
Q

The radiator cap:

A

Should not be removed when the coolant is hot

CDL B (4 decks)

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