General Knowledge Episode 5

Question 1

Which of these statements about backing a heavy vehicle is true?

Answer 1

You should avoid backing whenever you can

Question 2

Medicine used to treat the common cold

Answer 2

Often makes you sleepy and should not be used while driving

Question 3

Be sure you are driving so your vehicle can stop

Answer 3

Within your view of the road ahead

Question 4

During a vehicle inspection, be sure that

Answer 4

The emergency exit warning devices work properly

Question 5

When checking the exhaust system, it should be:

Answer 5

Fastened securely

Question 6

Drivers of trucks and tractor-trailers with cargo must check that the cargo is well secured within the first ____ miles of the trip.

Answer 6

50

Question 7

Which of these is true about proper use of a steering wheel?

Answer 7

If you do not hold a wheel with both hands it could pull away from you

Question 8

If you must cross into the oncoming lane to make a turn, you should

Answer 8

Watch for oncoming traffic

Question 9

When driving at night, you should

Answer 9

Adjust your speed to keep your stopping distance within your sight distance

Question 10

A pre-trip inspection

Answer 10

Should always be done in the same order

Question 11

Your vehicle has hydraulic brakes. While traveling on a level road, you press the brake pedal and find that it goes to the floor. Which of these statements is true.

Answer 11

Pumping the brake pedal may bring the pressure up so you can stop the vehicle

Question 12

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

Answer 12

For leaks

Question 13

Which of these statements about braking is true?

Answer 13

The faster or heavier the vehicle is, the more heat the brakes have to absorb to stop it

Question 14

When driving, your mirrors should

Answer 14

Be checked regularly

Question 15

If another driver is following you too closely, you should do all the following, except:

Answer 15

Speed Up

Question 16

A fatigued driver

Answer 16

May make critical decisions too slowly

Question 17

You are traveling down a long, steep hill. Your brakes get so hot that they have failed. What should you do?

Answer 17

Look for an escape route and escape ramp

Question 18

Which of these statements about marking a stopped vehicle is true?

Answer 18

If a hill or curve keeps drivers behind you from seeing the vehicle within 500 feet, the reflective triangle should be moved back to give adequate warning.

Question 19

What should you do if a car coming towards you at night keeps its high beams on?

Answer 19

Look to the right lane or edge marking of the road

Question 20

Most skids:

Answer 20

Are caused by going too fast or tying to stop too quickly

Question 21

You must stop on a hill or curve on a two-lane-two-way road. How far should you place reflective triangles?

Answer 21

Within 500 feet behind you

Question 22

You should avoid driving through deep puddles or flowing water. But if you must, which of these steps can help to keep your brakes working?

Answer 22

Gently putting on the brakes while driving through the water

Question 23

During the on-road test, you should

Answer 23

Listen to directions from the examiner

Question 24

Which of these statements about tires and hot weather driving is true?

Answer 24

You should inspect your tires every two hours or every 100 miles when driving in very hot weather

Question 25

If the spring brakes are on, you should

Answer 25

Not use the brake pedal

Question 26

Which of these is correct about emergency or evasive action?

Answer 26

In order to turn quickly you must have a firm grip on the steering wheel

Question 27

Implied consent means:

Answer 27

You are giving your consent to be tested for alcohol in your blood

Question 28

You are checking your steering and exhaust system in a pre-trip inspection. Which of these problems, if found, should be fixed before the vehicle is driven?

Answer 28

STEERING WHEEL PLAY OF MORE THAN 10 DEGREES (2 INCHES ON 20 INCHES STEERING WHEEL)

Question 29

COMMUNICATION MEANS:

Answer 29

To communicate your intentions with other motorists

Question 30

Which of these statements about drugs is true?

Answer 30

Use of drugs can lead to an accident and/or arrest