Communication

Question 1

According to the FMCSRs, if your vehicle is stopped, you have _______ minutes to set out your emergency warning devices.

A. 5

B. 10

C. 15

D. 30

Answer 1

B. 10

Question 2

From dusk to dawn, be sure your ________ are always turned on.

A. Four-way flashers

B. Brake lights

C. Turn signals

D. Headlights

Answer 2

D. Headlights

Question 3

How can making eye contact help you communicate with others around you?

a. It can enable you to maintain full control over your vehicle

b. It can help enforce who has the right of way

c. It can assist in confirming others’ awareness of your presence

d. Trying to make eye contact is distracting and never a good idea while driving

Answer 3

C. It can assist in confirming others’ awareness of your presence

Question 4

If traffic ahead begins to slow, what should you do to alert those around you that you’re slowing down?

A. Tap your brakes

B. Flash your headlights

C. Sound your horn

D. Drive onto the shoulder

Answer 4

A. Tap your brakes

Question 5

On the highway, you should signal about _______ feet before turning.

A. 100

B. 250

C. 500

D. 1000

Answer 5

C. 500

Question 6

Using your turn signals is only optional when:

a. changing lanes when no one else is around.

b. merging into the flow of traffic under 25 mph.

c. returning to your lane after passing another vehicle.

d. none of the above

Answer 6

D. None of the above

Question 7

What can happen if you attempt to direct traffic by flashing your lights, blowing your horn, or using hand signals?

a. You create a safer environment around your entire tractor-trailer

b. It could cause an accident resulting in injury, damage, and potential liability

c. You can be found at fault for the mistake of someone else

d. Both B and C

Answer 7

D. Both B and C

Question 8

When approaching a pedestrian or bicyclist, always assume:

a. you have the right of way.

b. they don’t see you and could suddenly move in front of your vehicle.

c. there are more pedestrian/bicyclists with them you cannot see.

d. all of the above.

Answer 8

B. They don’t see you and could suddenly move in front of your vehicle

Question 9

When is an appropriate time for you to use your four-way flashers?

a. When slowing down unexpectedly

b. When coming to a complete stop on a roadway or its shoulder

c. When exiting the highway

d. Both A and B

Answer 9

D. Both A and B

Question 10

Which horn should you use when trying to communicate with others?

A. Electric horn

B. Air horn

C. Bulb horn

D. Either A or C

Answer 10

A. Electric horn