Class A/B Knowledge Test Flashcards
1
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While operating while operating a CMV:
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You are always required to wear a safety belt.
2
Q
How many daily hours of sleep does an adult need to maintain alertness?
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Seven to eight
3
Q
if a vehicle is equipped with power steering the hoses should be checked?
A
For leaks
4
Q
When a vehicle is started, warning lights and buzzers:
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Should turn off within a few seconds.
5
Q
When passing another vehicle, you should:
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Assume the other driver doesn’t see you.
6
Q
Distracted driving:
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Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations while driving.
7
Q
who is responsible for ensuring cargo is loaded properly?
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The driver
8
Q
When loading cargo, it’s important to:
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Know the weight capacity rating of the suspension system.
9
Q
Cargo should be covered;
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To protect people from spillage.
10
Q
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.
11
Q
When loading cargo, weight should be placed
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As low as possible.
12
Q
Who is responsible for inspecting a vehicle’s cargo?
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The driver
13
Q
Loading cargo into a vehicle
A
Maybe done by a person other than the driver, but the driver is responsible for the safety of the cargo.
14
Q
What is the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
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The maximum permitted total weight of a vehicle and its cargo.
15
Q
Cargo being transported should be checked:
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Before the trip and again within the first 50 miles of the trip.
16
Q
if transporting 30 ft of cargo on a flatbed trailer you should use a minimum of____ to restrain the cargo.
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Three tie-downs
17
Q
A poor balance of weight in a trailer:
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Can make handling unsafe
18
Q
You should always use at least ___ to secure cargo on a flatbed trailer
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Two tie+downs
19
Q
Bracing is used to:
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Prevent items from moving in a trailer.
20
Q
an item that is 40 ft long placed on a flatbed trailer should be secured by at least ___ tie-downs
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Four
21
Q
If transporting livestock drivers, should be concerned about.
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The vehicle’s weight shifting as animals move.
22
Q
a truck may need to be under the legal maximum weight limit when being driven:
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on mountainous roads.
23
Q
Too little wait on a steering axle can result in:
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poor traction
24
Q
Dry bulk tanks require special care because:
A
they have high centers of gravity.
25
You should cover cargo.:
to protect the cargo from weather.
26
When carrying a sealed load, the driver
should ensure the weight of the cargo does not violate weight limits.
27
A second conviction of operating a CMV with the minimum blood alcohol concentration of 0.04 percent will result in:
the loss of CDL for life
28
While still below the legal limit, a driver operating a CMV with a detectable amount of alcohol in their system will:
result in and out-of-service order for 24 hours.
29
If you are disqualified from driving.
you must notify your employer within two business days.
30
it is illegal to operate a CMV with a minimum blood alcohol content (BCA) of:
0.04 percent
31
If asked by a law enforcement officer to take a test to determine your blood alcohol concentration (BCA):
you will lose your CDL if you refuse to take the test.
32
Your CDL will be revoked if:
your privilege to operate your personal vehicle is revoked.
33
If convicted of a traffic violation you must inform your employer:
Within 30 days.
34
While driving a CMV
you may not hold a cell phone or make a call.
35
During the steering box portion of the vehicle inspection test you should not:
assume all cotter keys are present.
36
During a vehicle inspection ensure that the landing gear is:
fully raised.
37
When performing a pre-trip inspection and looking into the fifth wheel gap you should:
make sure the locking Jaws are fully closed around the kingpin.
38
Move over laws required:
all vehicles to vacate the lane closest to an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing.
39
Emergency equipment in vehicles is:
required
40
Mirror adjustments can only be checked properly if:
the trailer is straight.
41
If unable to tell if the road is becoming icy and slippery a driver:
may open their window and feel the front of the side mirror for ice.
42
What happens when a vehicle hydroplanes?
the tires lose contact with the road.
43
a cardboard box in the roadway
may contain a heavy object that could damage your vehicle.
44
a stopped bus
is a concern whether the passengers are visible or not.
45
headlights:
should be on the high beam setting whenever possible.
46
what is road rage
operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others.
47
black ice is
a thin layer of ice on the road.
48
before entering a curve you should
downshift
49
when driving it is important to:
look to the front side and rear of the vehicle
50
when making a turn what should you cancel your turn signal?
after the turn is complete.
51
the maximum amount of play that is safe on a 20-in steering wheel is
Two inches
52
if you identify a distracted driver on the road you should:
give them plenty of room.
53
when conducting a free drive inspection
the previous inspection report should be reviewed if applicable.
54
in low temperatures Bridges usually freeze
before other parts of the roadway.
55
if being tailgated you should
increase the amount of space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.
56
you will often have to drive your vehicle under bridges and overpasses if approaching such an opening you should
assume the posted clearance height is incorrect.
57
a ramps posted speed limits
maybe suitable for some vehicles but maybe too fast for a large CMV.
58
parked delivery trucks may be a hazard because
people are often in a hurry when exiting such trucks and may not look for other vehicles
59
how do ice cream trucks become hazardous to other drivers
children often run toward an ice cream truck without looking for other traffic.
60
after two violations of any state law regarding hand-held mobile phone use:
your CDL will be disqualified.
61
one way to avoid and becoming an aggressive driver is to
set realistic expectations regarding travel time.
62
a tread depth of____ should be in every major groove of the front tire
4/32 of a inch
63
one way to prevent drowsiness while driving is to.
get adequate sleep the night before a trip.
64
a tread depth of___ should be in every major groove of the tire that is not in the front of a commercial motor vehicle.
2/32 of an inch
65
I'm driving to slow that you should impede other drivers you should
driver while using your four-way flashers.
66
if driving through flowing water or large puddle you should:
gently apply the brakes.
67
if 1/4 of the leaves of the leaf spring are missing when a vehicle is inspected;
the vehicle will be put out-of-service until it is fixed
68
what is the best way to stop if your brakes fail while you are driving downhill.
steer into an escape ramp.
69
a broken exhaust system:
can allow poisonous fumes to enter the cabin.
70
what are placards
signs placed on a vehicle to identify cargo hazards.
71
a pre-trip inspection
should be done in the same way every time.
72
if a driver has stopped on the road and is placing triangles to warn other motorists:
the triangles should be held between the driver and oncoming traffic.
73
when approaching a vehicle for pre-trip inspection the driver should look under the vehicle:
to see if there are any fresh fluids on the ground.
74
what is reaction distance
the distance you will travel between realizing you must break and when you physically hit the brakes
75
a pre-trip inspection should include
a check of the engine oil level
76
when starting the engine of a truck with a trailer and you can tell that the vehicles ABS is not working if
the yellow light on the left rear of the trailer stays on
77
when starting an engine oil pressure should come up to normal levels
within seconds
78
how can you check for a leak in hydraulic brakes
pump the brake pedal three times then hold down the pedal for 5 seconds if the pedal moves there may be a problem
79
when passing a row of parked vehicles a driver should
watch for signs of a person exiting a vehicle.
80
when backing with a trailer turning toward the driver's side is encouraged because
the driver will have the best possible view
81
and very hot weather tires should be checked regularly because
air pressure may increase with the temperature
82
one stopping a manual transmission vehicle you should
push the clutch in when the engine is close to idle
83
when driving
you should always use turn signals to warn others about your intentions.
84
when backing with a trailer you should begin by
turning the steering wheel in the direction opposite of the turn
85
when backing up follow a turning trailer by
changing the direction of the steering wheel
86
the most important reason to inspect your vehicle before a trip is
to ensure safety
87
if you remain in neutral for too long while switching gears
you may have trouble putting the vehicle back into the next gear
88
if you must stop on the side of the highway how far behind the vehicle should morning devices be placed
10, 100, and 200 ft
89
scan the road ___ ahead of your vehicle
12 to 15 seconds
90
in an emergency if you must leave the roadway to drive on the shoulder you should
stop safely before returning to the road if possible
91
you should check and adjust your mirrors
before driving
92
when inspecting a power steering equipped vehicle you should be sure that
the fluid is at the proper level
93
when adjusting your mirrors before a trip
part of your vehicle should be visible in the mirrors
94
to warn drivers behind you that you will be slowing down you should
tap the brake pedal a few times to illuminate your brake lights.
95
when it is difficult to see and you are traveling near other drivers you should
used low beam lights.
96
when driving on a wet road you should reduce your speed by
about 1/3
97
when driving on packed snow you should reduce your speed by
one half or more.
98
you should maintain at least ___ of following distance for every 10 ft of your vehicle when you're traveling more slowly than 40 mph
one second
99
accelerating roughly is
dangerous as it may cause damage to the vehicle.
100
when stopping
the brake pedal should be pressed down gradually
101
if you must drive in reverse it is helpful too
first exit the truck and walk around the path to look for obstacles
102
dual tires should
not coming into contact with one another.
103
if you are turning left at an intersection where there are two available turn lines
it is best to use the right lane.
104
most heavy vehicles require ___ to change gears
double clutching
105
slow down and be extra careful
when approaching a work zone.
106
the two indicators that determine when you should upshift our
engine speed and Road speed
107
leaking shock absorbers
indicate a potential dangerous defect
108
if you need to travel downhill you should switch into a lower gear
before you start moving downhill.
109
for safety purposes when should you turn off retreader?
when the roadway is slippery.
110
text him while driving is especially dangerous because
it is both mental and physically distracting
111
when checking your vehicles lights before driving
the engine should be turned off
112
when testing a parking brake the vehicle should
be placed in the low gear while the driver attempts to pull forward
113
When parked on the side of the road you should
use your four-way flashers.
114
you're driving a vehicle with manual transmission you can prevent your vehicle from rolling backwards when starting a stop by
partly engaging the clutch before removing your foot from the brake pedal
115
in cool weather as the temperature begins to rise the ice begins to melt
the road will become even more slippery.
116
how does doubling your speed from 20 mph to 40 mph affect your vehicle's braking distance
it quadruples
117
when backing it is best to
use a helper if possible
118
a truck should be parked
so that it can be pulled forward to leave the space.
119
in hot weather spots on the pavement where tar is bleeding
are very slippery
120
when you railroad crossing
you may not hear a train even if one is approaching
121
when approaching a railroad crossing you should
not rely solely on warning signals to indicate if the train is approaching
122
when using your mirrors you should frequently look at your tires to
watch for tire fires.
123
what should you do if your vehicle get stuck on a railroad track
get out of the vehicle and call for assistance.
124
to avoid a hazard, you
may need to swerve your vehicle out of the way.
125
you must put out emergency warning devices within ____ of stopping on the side of the road
10 minutes
126
texting while driving a CMV is
prohibited
127
if a driver begins to feel fatigued while driving they should
stop and rest
128
how could you reduce your stress while driving
listen to calming music.
129
if an aggressive driver confronts you you should not
challenge them
130
if a tire fails you should
stay off the brakes
131
when driving a vehicle equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) you should you
break as would in a vehicle not equipped with ABS
132
after an accident flares should be used with caution because
there may be fuel spilled on the ground that could catch fire.
133
if you have an engine fire you should
turn off the engine as soon as possible
134
if an approaching driver is using their high beam lights you should
look to the right side of your lane until the vehicle has passed
135
when trying to put out an electrical fire you should
use a B:C extinguisher
136
if you're not sure what to do to extinguish a fire in your vehicle you should
wait for the firefighters.
137
when entering a foggy area you should
slow down
138
when using a fire extinguisher on a fire you should
stand as far away from the fire as possible.
139
the only way to sober up after consuming alcohol is to
wait
140
over the counter medications
can affect a person's ability to drive safely.
141
if you are driving at a reduced speed in a construction zone when you spot a construction worker near the road you should
further reduce your speed.
142
if a vehicle is carrying hazardous cargo placards must be placed
on the front, rear, and sides of the vehicle.
143
if you realize you may be running late to your destination you should
deal with it and drive at a safe speed.
144
joggers who are wearing headsets
may not be aware of what's happening around them.
145
a person working on a disabled vehicle on the shoulder of a road
maybe focus on the repair and not paying attention to roadway traffic.
146
what is the purpose of a vehicle inspection report
it tells the motor carrier about problems that may need to be fixed
147
and open automobile window in cold weather may indicate that the driver is
driving impaired.
148
while driving you should
develop plans to get out of the way of dangerous situations that cuuld arise.
149
if an aggressive driver is involved in a crash on the road ahead of you you should
stop after the crash scene and report the driver's aggressive behavior to the police.
150
the radiator cap
should not be removed when the coolant is hot.
