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Class A/B Knowledge Test Flashcards

1
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While operating while operating a CMV:

A

You are always required to wear a safety belt.

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2
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How many daily hours of sleep does an adult need to maintain alertness?

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Seven to eight

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3
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if a vehicle is equipped with power steering the hoses should be checked?

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For leaks

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4
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When a vehicle is started, warning lights and buzzers:

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Should turn off within a few seconds.

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5
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When passing another vehicle, you should:

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Assume the other driver doesn’t see you.

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6
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Distracted driving:

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Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations while driving.

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7
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who is responsible for ensuring cargo is loaded properly?

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The driver

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8
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When loading cargo, it’s important to:

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Know the weight capacity rating of the suspension system.

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9
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Cargo should be covered;

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To protect people from spillage.

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10
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Laws about securing loads and regulating CMV weights may vary from state to state. During interstate travel:

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The law of the state the vehicle is in takes precedence.

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11
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When loading cargo, weight should be placed

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As low as possible.

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12
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Who is responsible for inspecting a vehicle’s cargo?

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The driver

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13
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Loading cargo into a vehicle

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Maybe done by a person other than the driver, but the driver is responsible for the safety of the cargo.

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14
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What is the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)

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The maximum permitted total weight of a vehicle and its cargo.

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15
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Cargo being transported should be checked:

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Before the trip and again within the first 50 miles of the trip.

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16
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if transporting 30 ft of cargo on a flatbed trailer you should use a minimum of____ to restrain the cargo.

A

Three tie-downs

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17
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A poor balance of weight in a trailer:

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Can make handling unsafe

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18
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You should always use at least ___ to secure cargo on a flatbed trailer

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Two tie+downs

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19
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Bracing is used to:

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Prevent items from moving in a trailer.

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20
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an item that is 40 ft long placed on a flatbed trailer should be secured by at least ___ tie-downs

A

Four

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21
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If transporting livestock drivers, should be concerned about.

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The vehicle’s weight shifting as animals move.

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22
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a truck may need to be under the legal maximum weight limit when being driven:

A

on mountainous roads.

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23
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Too little wait on a steering axle can result in:

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poor traction

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24
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Dry bulk tanks require special care because:

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they have high centers of gravity.

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25
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You should cover cargo.:

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to protect the cargo from weather.

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26
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When carrying a sealed load, the driver

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should ensure the weight of the cargo does not violate weight limits.

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27
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A second conviction of operating a CMV with the minimum blood alcohol concentration of 0.04 percent will result in:

A

the loss of CDL for life

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28
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While still below the legal limit, a driver operating a CMV with a detectable amount of alcohol in their system will:

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result in and out-of-service order for 24 hours.

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29
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If you are disqualified from driving.

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you must notify your employer within two business days.

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30
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it is illegal to operate a CMV with a minimum blood alcohol content (BCA) of:

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0.04 percent

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31
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If asked by a law enforcement officer to take a test to determine your blood alcohol concentration (BCA):

A

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

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32
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Your CDL will be revoked if:

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your privilege to operate your personal vehicle is revoked.

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33
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If convicted of a traffic violation you must inform your employer:

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Within 30 days.

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34
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While driving a CMV

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you may not hold a cell phone or make a call.

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35
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During the steering box portion of the vehicle inspection test you should not:

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assume all cotter keys are present.

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36
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During a vehicle inspection ensure that the landing gear is:

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fully raised.

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37
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When performing a pre-trip inspection and looking into the fifth wheel gap you should:

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make sure the locking Jaws are fully closed around the kingpin.

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38
Q

Move over laws required:

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

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39
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Emergency equipment in vehicles is:

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required

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40
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Mirror adjustments can only be checked properly if:

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the trailer is straight.

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41
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If unable to tell if the road is becoming icy and slippery a driver:

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

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42
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What happens when a vehicle hydroplanes?

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the tires lose contact with the road.

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43
Q

a cardboard box in the roadway

A

may contain a heavy object that could damage your vehicle.

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44
Q

a stopped bus

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is a concern whether the passengers are visible or not.

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45
Q

headlights:

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should be on the high beam setting whenever possible.

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46
Q

what is road rage

A

operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others.

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47
Q

black ice is

A

a thin layer of ice on the road.

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48
Q

before entering a curve you should

A

downshift

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49
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when driving it is important to:

A

look to the front side and rear of the vehicle

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50
Q

when making a turn what should you cancel your turn signal?

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after the turn is complete.

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51
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the maximum amount of play that is safe on a 20-in steering wheel is

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Two inches

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52
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if you identify a distracted driver on the road you should:

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give them plenty of room.

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53
Q

when conducting a free drive inspection

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the previous inspection report should be reviewed if applicable.

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54
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in low temperatures Bridges usually freeze

A

before other parts of the roadway.

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55
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if being tailgated you should

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increase the amount of space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.

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56
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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 incorrect.

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57
Q

a ramps posted speed limits

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maybe suitable for some vehicles but maybe too fast for a large CMV.

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58
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parked delivery trucks may be a hazard because

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

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59
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how do ice cream trucks become hazardous to other drivers

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

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60
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after two violations of any state law regarding hand-held mobile phone use:

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your CDL will be disqualified.

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61
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one way to avoid and becoming an aggressive driver is to

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set realistic expectations regarding travel time.

62
Q

a tread depth of____ should be in every major groove of the front tire

A

4/32 of a inch

63
Q

one way to prevent drowsiness while driving is to.

A

get adequate sleep the night before a trip.

64
Q

a tread depth of___ should be in every major groove of the tire that is not in the front of a commercial motor vehicle.

A

2/32 of an inch

65
Q

I’m driving to slow that you should impede other drivers you should

A

driver while using your four-way flashers.

66
Q

if driving through flowing water or large puddle you should:

A

gently apply the brakes.

67
Q

if 1/4 of the leaves of the leaf spring are missing when a vehicle is inspected;

A

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

68
Q

what is the best way to stop if your brakes fail while you are driving downhill.

A

steer into an escape ramp.

69
Q

a broken exhaust system:

A

can allow poisonous fumes to enter the cabin.

70
Q

what are placards

A

signs placed on a vehicle to identify cargo hazards.

71
Q

a pre-trip inspection

A

should be done in the same way every time.

72
Q

if a driver has stopped on the road and is placing triangles to warn other motorists:

A

the triangles should be held between the driver and oncoming traffic.

73
Q

when approaching a vehicle for pre-trip inspection the driver should look under the vehicle:

A

to see if there are any fresh fluids on the ground.

74
Q

what is reaction distance

A

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

75
Q

a pre-trip inspection should include

A

a check of the engine oil level

76
Q

when starting the engine of a truck with a trailer and you can tell that the vehicles ABS is not working if

A

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

77
Q

when starting an engine oil pressure should come up to normal levels

A

within seconds

78
Q

how can you check for a leak in hydraulic brakes

A

pump the brake pedal three times then hold down the pedal for 5 seconds if the pedal moves there may be a problem

79
Q

when passing a row of parked vehicles a driver should

A

watch for signs of a person exiting a vehicle.

80
Q

when backing with a trailer turning toward the driver’s side is encouraged because

A

the driver will have the best possible view

81
Q

and very hot weather tires should be checked regularly because

A

air pressure may increase with the temperature

82
Q

one stopping a manual transmission vehicle you should

A

push the clutch in when the engine is close to idle

83
Q

when driving

A

you should always use turn signals to warn others about your intentions.

84
Q

when backing with a trailer you should begin by

A

turning the steering wheel in the direction opposite of the turn

85
Q

when backing up follow a turning trailer by

A

changing the direction of the steering wheel

86
Q

the most important reason to inspect your vehicle before a trip is

A

to ensure safety

87
Q

if you remain in neutral for too long while switching gears

A

you may have trouble putting the vehicle back into the next gear

88
Q

if you must stop on the side of the highway how far behind the vehicle should morning devices be placed

A

10, 100, and 200 ft

89
Q

scan the road ___ ahead of your vehicle

A

12 to 15 seconds

90
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

91
Q

you should check and adjust your mirrors

A

before driving

92
Q

when inspecting a power steering equipped vehicle you should be sure that

A

the fluid is at the proper level

93
Q

when adjusting your mirrors before a trip

A

part of your vehicle should be visible in the mirrors

94
Q

to warn drivers behind you that you will be slowing down you should

A

tap the brake pedal a few times to illuminate your brake lights.

95
Q

when it is difficult to see and you are traveling near other drivers you should

A

used low beam lights.

96
Q

when driving on a wet road you should reduce your speed by

A

about 1/3

97
Q

when driving on packed snow you should reduce your speed by

A

one half or more.

98
Q

you should maintain at least ___ of following distance for every 10 ft of your vehicle when you’re traveling more slowly than 40 mph

A

one second

99
Q

accelerating roughly is

A

dangerous as it may cause damage to the vehicle.

100
Q

when stopping

A

the brake pedal should be pressed down gradually

101
Q

if you must drive in reverse it is helpful too

A

first exit the truck and walk around the path to look for obstacles

102
Q

dual tires should

A

not coming into contact with one another.

103
Q

if you are turning left at an intersection where there are two available turn lines

A

it is best to use the right lane.

104
Q

most heavy vehicles require ___ to change gears

A

double clutching

105
Q

slow down and be extra careful

A

when approaching a work zone.

106
Q

the two indicators that determine when you should upshift our

A

engine speed and Road speed

107
Q

leaking shock absorbers

A

indicate a potential dangerous defect

108
Q

if you need to travel downhill you should switch into a lower gear

A

before you start moving downhill.

109
Q

for safety purposes when should you turn off retreader?

A

when the roadway is slippery.

110
Q

text him while driving is especially dangerous because

A

it is both mental and physically distracting

111
Q

when checking your vehicles lights before driving

A

the engine should be turned off

112
Q

when testing a parking brake the vehicle should

A

be placed in the low gear while the driver attempts to pull forward

113
Q

When parked on the side of the road you should

A

use your four-way flashers.

114
Q

you’re driving a vehicle with manual transmission you can prevent your vehicle from rolling backwards when starting a stop by

A

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

115
Q

in cool weather as the temperature begins to rise the ice begins to melt

A

the road will become even more slippery.

116
Q

how does doubling your speed from 20 mph to 40 mph affect your vehicle’s braking distance

A

it quadruples

117
Q

when backing it is best to

A

use a helper if possible

118
Q

a truck should be parked

A

so that it can be pulled forward to leave the space.

119
Q

in hot weather spots on the pavement where tar is bleeding

A

are very slippery

120
Q

when you railroad crossing

A

you may not hear a train even if one is approaching

121
Q

when approaching a railroad crossing you should

A

not rely solely on warning signals to indicate if the train is approaching

122
Q

when using your mirrors you should frequently look at your tires to

A

watch for tire fires.

123
Q

what should you do if your vehicle get stuck on a railroad track

A

get out of the vehicle and call for assistance.

124
Q

to avoid a hazard, you

A

may need to swerve your vehicle out of the way.

125
Q

you must put out emergency warning devices within ____ of stopping on the side of the road

A

10 minutes

126
Q

texting while driving a CMV is

A

prohibited

127
Q

if a driver begins to feel fatigued while driving they should

A

stop and rest

128
Q

how could you reduce your stress while driving

A

listen to calming music.

129
Q

if an aggressive driver confronts you you should not

A

challenge them

130
Q

if a tire fails you should

A

stay off the brakes

131
Q

when driving a vehicle equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) you should you

A

break as would in a vehicle not equipped with ABS

132
Q

after an accident flares should be used with caution because

A

there may be fuel spilled on the ground that could catch fire.

133
Q

if you have an engine fire you should

A

turn off the engine as soon as possible

134
Q

if an approaching driver is using their high beam lights you should

A

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

135
Q

when trying to put out an electrical fire you should

A

use a B:C extinguisher

136
Q

if you’re not sure what to do to extinguish a fire in your vehicle you should

A

wait for the firefighters.

137
Q

when entering a foggy area you should

A

slow down

138
Q

when using a fire extinguisher on a fire you should

A

stand as far away from the fire as possible.

139
Q

the only way to sober up after consuming alcohol is to

A

wait

140
Q

over the counter medications

A

can affect a person’s ability to drive safely.

141
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.

142
Q

if a vehicle is carrying hazardous cargo placards must be placed

A

on the front, rear, and sides of the vehicle.

143
Q

if you realize you may be running late to your destination you should

A

deal with it and drive at a safe speed.

144
Q

joggers who are wearing headsets

A

may not be aware of what’s happening around them.

145
Q

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

A

maybe focus on the repair and not paying attention to roadway traffic.

146
Q

what is the purpose of a vehicle inspection report

A

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

147
Q

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

A

driving impaired.

148
Q

while driving you should

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develop plans to get out of the way of dangerous situations that cuuld arise.

149
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.

150
Q

the radiator cap

A

should not be removed when the coolant is hot.

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