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1
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what is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection?

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safety, for yourself and other road users

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what things should you check during a trip?

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instruments, air pressure gauge, temperature gauges, pressure gauges, ammeter/voltmeter, mirrors, tires, cargo and covers, lights; if see, hear, smell, feel anything that might mean trouble

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name some key steering system parts

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steering column, steering gear box, tie rods; hoses, pumps, and fluids on power steering

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name some suspension system defects

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spring hangers that allow movement of axle from proper position; cracked or broken spring hangers; missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring; broken leaves in a multi-leaf spring or leaves that have shifted so they might hit a tire or other part; leaking shock absorbers; torque rod or arm, u-bolts, spring hangers, or other axle positioning parts that are cracked, damaged or missing; air suspension systems that are damaged and/or missing; any loose, cracked, broken, or missing frame members

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5
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what three kinds of emergency equipment must you have

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fire extinguisher, spare electrical fuses, warning devices for parked vehicles (3 reflective triangles or at lease 6 fusees or 3 liquid burning flares)

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6
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what is the minimum tread depth for front tires

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4/32-inch in every major groove

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7
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what is the minimum tread depth for tires other than front

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2/32-inch in every major groove

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name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection

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low beams are on and both of the four-way flashers are working, high beams working, turn signals, front axle, steering system, wiper blades, windshield,

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9
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what should wheel bearing seals be checked for

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not leaking

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10
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how many red reflective triangles should you carry

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three

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11
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how do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks

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pump the brake pedal 3 times, apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for 5 seconds; pedal should not move

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12
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why put the starter switch key in your pocket during the vehicle inspection

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someone may start and move the vehicle

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13
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why should you back toward the driver’s side

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easier to see, can watch the rear of vehicle

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14
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if stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back

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partly engage clutch before taking foot off brake; put on parking brake whenever necessary; tractor-trailer with brake hand valve, the hand valve can be applied

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15
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when backing, why is it important to use a helper

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I have blind spots

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16
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what’s the most important hand signal that you and the helper should agree on

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stop

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17
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what are the two special conditions where you should downshift

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before starting down a hill or entering a curve

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18
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when should you downshift automatic transmissions

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before going down grades

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19
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retarders keep you from skidding when the road is slippery, true or false

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false, with poor traction they can cause skidding; turn off when wet, icy or snow covered

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20
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what are the two ways to know when to shift

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engine speed and road speed

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21
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how far ahead does the manual say you should look

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12-15 seconds

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22
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what are two main things to look ahead for

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vehicles and traffic lights

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23
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what’s your most important way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle

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mirrors

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24
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what does “communicating” mean in safe driving

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signaling intentions and communicating presence

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25
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where should you place reflectors when stopped on a divided highway

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10, 100, and 200 feet behind vehicle

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26
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what three things add up to total stopping distance

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perception distance + reaction distance + braking distance

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27
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if you go twice as fast, will your stopping distance increase by two or four times

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four

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28
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empty trucks have the best braking, true or false

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false

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29
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what is hydroplaning

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tires leaving the surface of the road

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30
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what is “black ice”

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thin layer of ice clear enough to see the road underneath

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31
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how do you find out how many seconds of following distance space you have

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wait for the vehicle in front to pass a landmark or shadow, and count as one-one-thousand, two-one-thousand

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32
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if you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, how many seconds of following distance should you allow

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Four seconds.
You need at least one second for each 10 feet of vehicle length at speeds below 40 mph. At greater speeds, you must add 1 second for safety.

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33
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you should decrease your following distance if somebody is following you too closely, true or false

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False, you should increase following distance

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34
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if you swing wide to the left before turning right, another driver may try to pass you on the right, true or false

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true

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35
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what is a hazard

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something on the road, other vehicles, obstacles

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36
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why make emergency plans when you see a hazard

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to avoid an accident / stay safe

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37
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what are some tips to follow so you won’t become a distracted driver

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turn off all communication devices; if must use a mobile phone, make sure it is within close proximity, that it is operable while you are restrained; do not type or read a text message; familiarize yourself with vehicles features; adjust all vehicle controls and mirrors before driving; pre-program radio stations; clear vehicle of any unnecessary objects and secure cargo; review maps, program GPS and plan route before driving; don’t attempt to read or write while driving; avoid smoking, eating, and drinking while driving; don’t engage in complex conversations; secure commitment from passengers to behave responsibly

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38
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how do you use in-vehicle communications equipment cautiously

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hands-free, speaker phone or in ear device, no reading or writing texts, use voice activated dialing

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39
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how do you recognize a distracted driver

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vehicles that may drift over the lane divider lines or within their own lane; vehicles traveling at inconsistent speeds; drivers who are preoccupied with maps, food, cigarettes, cell phones, or other objects; drivers who appear to be involved in conversations with passengers

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40
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what is the difference between aggressive driving and road rage

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aggressive driving is selfish, bold, or pushy manners, without regard for for the rights or safety of others (i.e. changing lanes frequently and abruptly without notice; road rage is operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others or physically assaulting a driver or their vehicle

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41
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what should you do when confronted with an aggressive driver

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make every attempt to get out of their way; put your pride in the back seat; avoid eye contact; ignore gestures and refuse to react to them; report aggressive drivers to the appropriate authorities by providing a vehicle description, license number, location and, if possible, direction of travel; call the police when safe

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42
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what are some things you can do to reduce your stress before and while you drive

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listen to “easy listening” music; give the drive your full attention; be realistic about your travel time, expect delays; if you’re going to be later than you expected - deal with it, take a deep breath and accept the delay; give other drivers the benefit of the doubt; slow down and keep your following distance reasonable; don’t drive slowly in the left lane of traffic; avoid gestures; be a cautious and courteous driver

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43
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you should use low beams whenever you can, true or false

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false, you should use high beams whenever you can (500 ft)

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44
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what should you do before you drive if you are drowsy

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go to sleep for the night or take a 15-20 minute nap

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45
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what effects can wet brakes cause, how can you avoid these problems

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water in the brakes can cause the brakes to be weak, to apply unevenly, or to grab. Causes lack of braking power, wheel lockups, pulling to one side or the other, and jackknife

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46
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you should let air out of hot tires so the pressure goes back to normal, true or false

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false, when they cool down the pressure may be too low

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47
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you can safely remove the radiator cap as long as the engine isn’t overheated, true or false

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false
Wait until engine has cooled. Protect hands (use gloves or a thick cloth). Turn radiator cap slowly to the first stop, which releases the pressure seal. Step back while pressure is released from cooling system. When all pressure has been released, press down on the cap and turn it further to remove it.

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48
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what factors determine your selection of a “safe” speed when going down a long, steep downgrade

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total weight of the vehicle and cargo, length of the grade, steepness of the grade, road conditions, and weather

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49
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why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill

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speed will increase on downgrades because of gravity

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50
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describe the proper braking technique when going down a long, steep downgrade

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press and release
Apply the brakes just hard enough to feel a definite slowdown. When your speed has been reduced to approximately five mph below your “safe” speed, release the brakes. (This brake application should last for about three seconds.) When your speed has increased to your “safe” speed, repeat steps 1 and 2.

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51
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what type of vehicles can get stuck on a railroad-highway crossing

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Low slung units (lowboy, car carrier, moving van, possum-belly livestock trailer). Single-axle tractor pulling a long trailer with its landing gear set to accommodate a tandem-axle tractor.

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52
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how long does it take for a typical tractor-trailer unit to clear a double track

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14 seconds to clear a single track and more than 15 seconds to clear a double track

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53
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stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency, true or false

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true

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54
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what are some advantages of going right instead of left around an obstacle

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no one is likely to be driving on the shoulder but may be passing on the left; moving right won’t force anyone into oncoming traffic lane

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55
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what is an “escape ramp”

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Escape ramps are made to stop runaway vehicles safely without injuring drivers and passengers. Escape ramps use a long bed of loose, soft material to slow a runaway vehicle, sometimes in combination with an upgrade.

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56
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if a tire blows out, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly, true or false

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false, ease up on gas until vehicle slows enough to apply the brakes

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57
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how do you know if your vehicle has antilock brakes

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check if your vehicle was manufactured after 3/1/1998; look for wheel speed sensor wires that are coming from the rear of your brakes; check for a yellow ABS malfunction lamp on the instrument panel

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58
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what is the proper braking technique when driving a vehicle with antilock brakes

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brake until the tire starts to lock, ease up, then brake once moving again (stabbing)

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59
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how do antilock brakes help you

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they keep the tires from locking up and not moving

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60
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what are some things to do at a crash scene to prevent another crash

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If your vehicle is involved in the crash, try to get it to the side of the road. This will help prevent another crash and allow traffic to move.
If you’re stopping to help, park away from the crash. The area immediately around the crash will be needed for emergency vehicles.
Put on your flashers. Set out reflective triangles to warn other traffic. Make sure other drivers can see them in time to avoid the crash.

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61
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name two causes of fires

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After Crashes. Spilled fuel, improper use of flares.
Tires. Under-inflated tires and duals that touch.
Electrical System. Short circuits due to damaged insulation, loose connections.
Fuel. Driver smoking, improper fueling, loose fuel connections.
Cargo. Flammable cargo, improperly sealed or loaded cargo, poor ventilation.

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62
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what kinds of fires is a B:C extinguisher not good for

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wood fire
The B:C type fire extinguisher is designed to work on electrical fires and burning liquids.

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63
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when using your extinguisher, should you get as close as possible to the fire

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No, maintain a safe distance
stand upwind if possible

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64
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name some causes of vehicle fires

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After Crashes. Spilled fuel, improper use of flares.
Tires. Under-inflated tires and duals that touch.
Electrical System. Short circuits due to damaged insulation, loose connections.
Fuel. Driver smoking, improper fueling, loose fuel connections.
Cargo. Flammable cargo, improperly sealed or loaded cargo, poor ventilation.

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65
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common medicines for colds can make you sleepy, true or false

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true

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66
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coffee and a little fresh air will help a drinker sober up, true or false

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false, only time will

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67
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what is a hazardous materials placard

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sign to indicate what is being transported to know precautions to take

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68
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why are placards used

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to know precautions and treatment to take

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69
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most serious vehicle skids result from

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driving too fast for road conditions

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70
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you’re driving a new truck with a manual transmission. What gear will you probably have to use to take a long, steep downhill grade?

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A lower gear than you would use to climb the hill

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71
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there are 2 things a driver can do to prevent a rollover. They are 1-go slow around turns; and 2-

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keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible

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72
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which of these can cause a fire?

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1-under inflated tires; 2-loose fuel connections

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73
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if you’re driving a slow-moving vehicle on a 2-lane highway, you must pull off at the first safe turnout if the number of vehicles behind you is

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5 or more

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74
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rust around a lug nut indicates

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a loose lug nut

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75
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when checking the adjustment on air brakes, slack adjusters should have no more than

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1 inch of travel

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76
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you’re coupling a semi-trailer to your tractor but haven’t yet backed under. The trailer is at the right height when

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it will be raised slightly when the tractor is backed under it

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77
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the braking power of the spring brakes

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depends on the service brakes being in adjustment

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78
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your brakes are fading when

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you have to push harder and harder to get the same stopping power on a downgrade

79
Q

you’re driving on a slippery road during the day. What does the CDL guide say about how much space you should keep ahead of your truck?

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allow “more space” than is needed for ideal driving conditions

80
Q

if your bus has an emergency exit door, it must:

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be closed when operating the bus

81
Q

the most common bus collisions often happen at:

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intersections

82
Q

you should know the outage needed for the liquids you carry because

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some liquids expand more than others do when they get warm

83
Q

the amount of liquid to load into a tank depends on

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1-the weight of the liquid; 2-the legal weight limits

84
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empty trucks:

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require greater stopping distance than full ones

85
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when the wheels of a trailer lock up, the trailer will tend to swing around. This is more likely to happen when the trailer is:

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empty or lightly loaded

86
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the trailer hand valve (also called the trolley valve or Johnson bar) works the trailer brakes. Don’t use it in driving because of the danger of making the trailer skid. The trailer hand valve should only be used when:

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testing the trailer brakes after hooking up to a trailer

87
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what action should you take if your bus stalls on, or adjacent to, a railroad-highway crossing?

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evacuate all passengers immediately

88
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if you’re in an accident that causes injury to anyone, or if the damage amounted to $3000 or more, you must file a state accident report within

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72 hours

89
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on wet roads, you should reduce your speed by

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one-third

90
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before transporting a sealed load, you must check

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that you don’t exceed gross weight or axle weight limits

91
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to help you stay alert and safe while driving, you should

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avoid medications that can cause drowsiness

92
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during your pre-trip test, when examining hoses with the instructor, you need to look for

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puddles on the ground

93
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how many tie-downs are required for a 20-foot load

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2, one per 10 feet of cargo

94
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how often must you stop to check your cargo while on the road

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within the first 50 miles; after each break you take; every three hours or 150 miles

95
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which of the following statements about retarders are correct

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when your drive wheels have poor traction, the retarder may cause them to skid; you should turn the retarder off whenever the road is wet, icy, or snow covered; retarders help slow a vehicle, reducing the need for braking

96
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which of these are part of the basic method for shifting up

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releasing the clutch and pressing the accelerator at the same time; releasing the clutch; pushing the clutch and shifting into a higher gear at the same time

97
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in Vermont, which of the following drivers are exempt from needing a CDL

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an active duty military member driving a military truck

98
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when you start to drive down a steep downgrade, which of the following should influence your choice of speed

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the road conditions; the steepness of the grade; the total weight of your vehicle and its cargo

99
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for how long will you lose your CDL driving privileges if you are convicted of a second DUI offense in either a CMV or your private vehicle

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Life

100
Q

it has just reached freezing. Which of the following areas may be slippery

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a bridge; a shaded area; a wet-looking road

101
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what is gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)

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The value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a single vehicle

102
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what is gross combination weight rating (GCWR)

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The value specified by the manufacturer of the power unit, if the value is displayed on the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) certification label; or the sum of the gross vehicle weight ratings or the gross vehicle weights of the power unit and the towed unit, or any combination thereof, that produces the highest value

103
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what is axle weight

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the weight transmitted to the ground by one axle or one set of axles

104
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what is tire load

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the maximum safe weight a tire can carry at a specified pressure. This rating is stated on the side of each tire

105
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what four things related to cargo are drivers responsible for

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Inspecting your cargo.
Recognizing overloads and poorly balanced weight.
Knowing your cargo is properly secured and does not obscure your view ahead or to the sides.
Knowing your cargo does not restrict your access to emergency equipment.

106
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how is gross combination weight rating different from gross combination weight

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The GCW is the actual weight of the vehicle and the cargo; the GCWR is the maximum weight allowed by the manufacturer.

107
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name two situations where legal maximum weights may not be safe

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driving in bad weather and in mountains

108
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what can happen if you don’t have enough weight on the front axle

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Under-loaded front axles (caused by shifting weight too far to the rear) can make the steering axle weight too light to steer safely

109
Q

what is the minimum number of tie-downs for any flatbed truck

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two

110
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name two basic reasons for covering cargo on an open bed

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to protect people from spilled cargo; and to protect cargo from weather

111
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what must you check before transporting a sealed load

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ensure properly secured; and check that you don’t exceed gross weight and axle weight limits

112
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name some things to check in the interior of a bus during a vehicle inspection

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Aisles and stairwells should always be clear. The following parts of your bus must be in safe working condition:
Each handhold and railing.
Floor covering.
Signaling devices, including the restroom emergency buzzer, if the bus has a restroom.
Emergency exit handles.
The seats must be safe for riders. All seats must be securely fastened to the bus.
Never drive with an open emergency exit door or window. The “Emergency Exit” sign on an emergency door must be clearly visible. If there is a red emergency door light, it must work. Turn it on at night or any other time you use your outside lights.

113
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what are some hazardous materials you can transport by bus

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Buses may carry small-arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs. You can carry small amounts of some other hazardous materials if the shipper cannot send them any other way

114
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what are some hazardous materials you can’t transport by bus

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Division 2.3 poison gas, liquid Class 6 poison, tear gas, irritating material.
More than 100 pounds of solid Class 6 poisons.
Explosives in the space occupied by people, except small arms ammunition.
Labeled radioactive materials in the space occupied by people.
More than 500 pounds total of allowed hazardous materials, and no more than 100 pounds of any one class.
Riders sometimes board a bus with an unlabeled hazardous material. Do not allow riders to carry on common hazards such as car batteries or gasoline.

115
Q

what is a standee line

A

two inch line behind driver to indicate where riders cannot stand while bus is moving

116
Q

does it matter where you make a disruptive passenger get off the bus

A

Yes. Don’t discharge such riders where it would be unsafe for them. It may be safer at the next scheduled stop or a well-lighted area where there are other people.

117
Q

how far from a railroad crossing should you stop

A

minimum 15 feet
no more than 50 feet

118
Q

when must you stop before crossing a drawbridge

A

when there is no attendant, when it is not marked with indicators, when drawbridge not secure

119
Q

describe from memory the “prohibited practices” listed in the manual for passenger

A

Avoid fueling your bus with riders on board unless absolutely necessary. Never refuel in a closed building with riders on board.
Don’t talk with riders, or engage in any other distracting activity, while driving.
Do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard the vehicle, unless getting off would be unsafe. Only tow or push the bus to the nearest safe spot to discharge passengers. Follow your employer’s guidelines on towing or pushing disabled buses.

120
Q

the rear door of a transit bus has to be open to put on the parking brake, true or false

A

false, the interlock applies the brakes and holds the throttle in idle when rear door is open

121
Q

why must air tanks be drained

A

to remove water and oil

122
Q

what is a supply pressure gauge used for

A

tells you how much pressure is in the air tanks.

123
Q

all vehicles with air brakes must have a low air pressure warning signal, true or false

A

true. It must warn you before the pressure is below 55 psi (Or one half the compressor governor cutout pressure on older vehicles.)
On large buses it is common for the low pressure warning devices to signal at 80-85 psi.

124
Q

what are spring brakes

A

All trucks, truck tractors, and buses must be equipped with emergency brakes and parking brakes. They must be held on by mechanical force (because air pressure can eventually leak away). Spring brakes are usually used to meet these needs. When driving, powerful springs are held back by air pressure. If the air pressure is removed, the springs put on the brakes. A parking brake control in the cab allows the driver to let the air out of the spring brakes. This lets the springs put the brakes on. A leak in the air brake system, which causes all the air to be lost, will also cause the springs to put on the brakes.

125
Q

front wheel brakes are good under all conditions, true or false

A

true
Front wheel braking is good under all conditions. Tests have shown front wheel skids from braking are not likely even on ice. Make sure the control is in the “normal” position to have normal stopping power.

126
Q

what is a dual air brake system

A

a dual air brake system has two separate air brake systems, which use a single set of brake controls. Each system has its own air tanks, hoses, lines, etc. One typically operates the regular brakes on the rear axle or axles, the other operates the regular brakes on the front axle (and possibly one rear axle)

127
Q

what are the slack adjusters

A

On S-cam brakes, it is the space between the back wheels. It is an adjusting nut on the backside of the brake drum used for adjusting the brakes.

128
Q

how can you check slack adjusters

A

Park on level ground and chock the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. Release the parking brakes so you can move the slack adjusters. Use gloves and pull hard on each slack adjuster that you can reach. If a slack adjuster moves more than about one inch where the push rod attaches to it, it probably needs adjustment.

129
Q

how can you test the low pressure warning signal

A

Shut the engine off when you have enough air pressure so that the low pressure warning signal is not on. Turn the electrical power on and step on and off the brake pedal to reduce air tank pressure. The low air pressure warning signal must come on before the pressure drops to less than 55 psi in the air tank (or tank with the lowest air pressure, in dual air systems).

130
Q

how can you check that the spring brakes come on automatically

A

fan off the air pressure by stepping on and off the brake pedal to reduce tank pressure. The tractor protection valve and parking brake valve should close (pop out) on a tractor-trailer combination vehicle and the parking brake valve should close (pop out) on other combination and single vehicle types when the air pressure falls to the manufacturer’s specification (20 – 45 psi). This will cause the spring brakes to come on.

131
Q

what are the maximum leakage rates

A

three pounds in one minute (single vehicle) or four pounds in one minute (combination vehicle)

132
Q

why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill

A

speed will increase on downgrades because of gravity

133
Q

what factors can cause brakes to fade or fail

A

However, brakes can fade or fail from excessive heat caused by using them too much and not relying on the engine braking effect.

134
Q

the use of brakes on a long, steep downgrade is only a supplement to the braking effect of the engine, true or false

A

True

135
Q

if you are away from your vehicle only a short time, you do not need to use the parking brake, true or false

A

False
Never leave your vehicle unattended without applying the parking brakes or chocking the wheels. Your vehicle might roll away and cause injury and damage.

136
Q

how often should you drain air tanks

A

at the end of each day of driving

137
Q

how should you brake when you drive a tractor-trailer combination with ABS

A

When you drive a tractor-trailer combination with ABS, you should brake as you always have. In other words:
Use only the braking force necessary to stop safely and stay in control.
Brake the same way, regardless of whether you have ABS on the tractor, the trailer, or both.
As you slow down, monitor your tractor and trailer and back off the brakes (if it is safe to do so) to stay in control.
There is only one exception to this procedure, if you always drive a straight truck or combination with working ABS on all axles, in an emergency stop, you can fully apply the brakes.

138
Q

What are some hazard materials you may carry on a bus?

A

Buses may carry small-arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs. You can carry small amounts of some other hazardous materials if the shipper cannot send them any other way.

139
Q

what 3 systems make up air brakes?

A

Air brakes are really three different braking systems:
The service brake system applies and releases the brakes when you use the brake pedal during normal driving.
The parking brake system applies and releases the parking brakes when you use the parking brake control.
The emergency brake system uses parts of the service and parking brake systems to stop the vehicle in a brake system failure.

139
Q

You need a CDL if you drive a single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of _____ or more pounds

A

26,001

140
Q

List four situations in which you should always check your mirrors

A

lane changes
merges
turns
tight spaces and congested roads

141
Q

what are the four main types of retarders

A

exhaust
engine
hydraulic
electric

142
Q

when you execute an upshift with a manual transmission, what should you do after you push in the clutch and shift to the higher gear

A

release the clutch

143
Q

an _____ transmission has a gear select and a clutch that you use only to start and stop the vehicle

A

automated

144
Q

what is an advantage of having curved mirrors on your CMV

A

You can see more

145
Q

you should upshift with a manual transmission when your vehicle reaches the ____ number in its RPM range

A

top

146
Q

the distance your vehicle moves from the time your brain recognizes a hazard until your foot moves off the accelerator and pushes the brake pedal is called the ______ distance

A

reaction

147
Q

what is your total stopping distance if you’re traveling at 55 mph

A

290 feet

148
Q

when you back up, what should you do before you put your CMV into reverse

A

look at your path

149
Q

while turning, when should you cancel your turn signal

A

after the turn

150
Q

You should use your four-way emergency flashers when you

A

are driving under the speed limit

151
Q

list four precautions you should take when driving in the fog

A

obey all fog-related warning signs
drive at a slower rate of speed
leave your low beams on
always be prepared to stop for an emergency

152
Q

what should you do when driving up a mountain

A

use a low gear

153
Q

bleeding tar spots can be dangerous because they

A

are slippery

154
Q

which hand or hands should you keep on the steering wheel when trying to avoid an accident

A

both hands

155
Q

how often should you check your tires in hot weather

A

every 2 hours

156
Q

what usually causes front wheel skids

A

driving too fast

157
Q

which of these is a sign that your brakes might be wet

A

pulling to one side

158
Q

when your vehicle’s tires lose their grip on the road, it’s called

A

skidding

159
Q

what should you do as soon as you realize that your brakes have failed

A

find an escape route

160
Q

before you check the engine compartment, make sure the wheels are

A

chocked

161
Q

which action should a driver perform first when inspecting the inside of a cab

A

make sure the parking brake is on

162
Q

brake pads should not be thinner than ____ inch at their thinnest point

A

1/4

163
Q

a steering wheel should not have more than ___ degrees of play

A

10

164
Q

The main reason that it’s difficult to transport livestock is because livestock

A

can move and lean

165
Q

the only person responsible for inspecting a CMV is the CMV driver, true or false

A

false, aside from the driver, a number of people may inspect a CMV, including the motor carrier, state or federal inspectors, state police officers, and motor carrier investigators

166
Q

Left rear turn signals should always be amber, true or false

A

false

167
Q

loading too little weight on your _____ axle will cause your drive tires to lose traction

A

driving

168
Q

what is the most common foundation brake found on CMVs

A

s-cam

169
Q

which braking system will you use most often

A

service

170
Q

the part of the air brake system that pulls the air around it into the system is the

A

air compressor

171
Q

the cut-out level for an air governor is usually about

A

125 psi

172
Q

which gauge shows how much pressure you’re applying to the brakes

A

application pressure gauge

173
Q

in a dual air brake system, the secondary air brake system controls the regular brakes on the rear axle or axles, true or false

A

false, in a dual air brake system, the primary air brake system controls the regular brakes on the rear axle or axles. The secondary air brake system controls the brakes on the front axle and sometimes on one rear axle

174
Q

having an ABS on only the tractor makes the trailer less likely to swing out, true or false

A

false, an ABS on only the trailer makes the trailer less likely to swing out. An ABS on only the tractor makes it easier to maintain control with less chance of jackknifing

175
Q

when you’re asked to back into a space that’s to the right rear of your vehicle, it’s called a _______ exercise

A

offset back/right

176
Q

when completing the right turn exercise on the Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test, your right wheel shouldn’t be more than ____ inches from the cone

A

6 inches

177
Q

whenever you touch a boundary with your CMV during the Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test, it’s called an ______

A

encroachment

178
Q

the _____ exercise requires you to maneuver your vehicle into a 45-degree angle and then back it into a space

A

alley dock

179
Q

when completing the offset back/left exercise, you should lean out your window to get a good view or your vehicle

A

false, you should use your mirrors to see the position of your vehicle during the offset back/left exercise. Never lean out of your window or open the door

180
Q

when parallel parking (driver side or sight side) in a straight truck, you must pull the entire truck into the space

A

true

181
Q

during the Road Test, it’s okay to change gears when making a turn

A

false, don’t change gears when making a turn during the Road Test

182
Q

during the road test, you should spend most of your time in the right lane

A

true

183
Q

which mirror is mounted directly above the windshield on the driver’s side of the school bus

A

overhead inside rearview mirror

184
Q

your school bus can have a tail swing of up to

A

3 feet

184
Q

most states require you to have a passenger “P” endorsement to drive a bus designed to transport ___ passengers, not including the driver

A

15

185
Q

On your school bus, the outside left and right side convex mirrors can be used to monitor

A

the left and right sides at a wide angle

186
Q

passenger vehicles and buses must never carry more then ___ of solid Division 6.1 poisons

A

100 lbs

187
Q

if you must refuel your passenger vehicle while passengers are on board, you should refuel in a closed building, true or false

A

false, you should never refuel your passenger vehicle while passengers are onboard unless it’s absolutely necessary. Never refuel in a closed building with passengers onboard

188
Q

you must evacuate your school bus when the bus is on fire or if there’s a threat of a fire, true or false

A

true

189
Q

transporting animals - including certified service, guide, and signal animals used by passengers with physical and mental challenges - is always prohibited, true or false

A

false, transporting animals is generally prohibited except for certified service, guide, and signal animals used by passengers with physical and mental challenges

190
Q

if your ABS isn’t working correctly, you should immediately pull over and contact your dispatcher, true or false

A

false, if your ABS isn’t working correctly, you can drive as you normally would, but get the system serviced as soon as possible

191
Q

you should never drive with an open emergency exit door or window, true or false

A

true

192
Q

what makes up total stopping distance with air brakes

A

perception distance + reaction distance + brake lag distance + braking distance

The air brake lag distance at 55 mph on dry pavement adds about 32 feet. So at 55 mph for an average driver under good traction and brake conditions, the total stopping distance is over 450 feet

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