1 . If the brakes pull to one side or the other when used:

They are working properly.
They need to be checked.
They will be the most effective.

2 . When starting from a stop:

A vehicle should shift to the right.
A vehicle should be put into third gear.
A vehicle should not roll back.

3 . In cool weather, as the temperature begins to rise and ice begins to melt:

It is usually safe to drive.
The road will become even more slippery.
Traction will increase.

4 . When starting an engine, warning lights and buzzers should:

Turn on and stay on.
Flicker occasionally.
Turn off right away.

5 . When making a tight maneuver, you should:

Not use your mirrors, as they can be distracting.
Use your mirrors, but not too frequently.
Use your mirrors frequently.

6 . The two indicators that determine when you should upshift are:

Engine speed and road speed.
Other trucks and driving conditions.
Timing and road position.

7 . Black ice is:

A thick layer of ice on the road.
A thin layer of ice on the road.
Ice that is black from debris on the road.

8 . How can you check hydraulic brakes?

Pump the brake pedal three times then apply firm pressure to the pedal for five seconds. The brake pedal should not move.
Pump the brake pedal three times then apply firm pressure to the pedal for five seconds. The brake pedal should move slowly toward the floor.
Pump the brake pedal three times then apply firm pressure to the pedal for five seconds. The brake pedal should slowly rise.

9 . Skids caused by acceleration can usually be resolved by:

Accelerating.
Removing your foot from the accelerator.
Coming to a complete stop.

10 . If you plan to slow down, you can warn drivers behind you by:

Slamming on the brakes.
Tapping the brakes a few times and before braking.
Turning on one set of turn signals.

11 . When making tight maneuvers, it is important for a driver to:

Open their door for a better look.
Use their mirrors.
Flash their headlights.
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12 . When traveling at speeds under 40 mph, you should maintain at least ____ of following distance for every 10 feet of your vehicle's length.

One second
Two seconds
Three seconds

13 . The minimum acceptable tread depth for rear tires is:

1/64 of an inch.
1/32 of an inch.
2/32 of an inch.

14 . When stopping, the brake pedal should be:

Pressed down gradually.
Pressed down quickly.
Pressed down repeatedly, but not held down continuously.

15 . When driving at highway speeds, you should watch the road about ____ ahead of your vehicle.

One block
100 yards
A quarter mile

16 . How does doubling your speed from 20 mph to 40 mph affect your vehicle's braking distance?

It stays about the same.
It doubles.
It quadruples.

17 . If you must back up, it is helpful to:

Drive as fast as possible to complete the maneuver quickly.
First walk the line of travel to look for obstacles.
Use only the passenger side mirror.

18 . Which of the following is not a type of distraction?

Physical
Mental
Obtuse

19 . When parked on the side of the road:

Use only the rear flashing lights.
Use only one set of turn signals.
Use your four-way flashers.

20 . When driving a vehicle, rough acceleration is:

Encouraged at slow speeds.
Encouraged at all speeds.
Discouraged at all speeds.