1 . Which of the following is not an example of a distracted person that motorists should be worried about?

A driver talking to another person in a vehicle
Children on the side of the road
Construction workers on the side of the road
A person sitting on a bench waiting for a bus

2 . How many air storage tanks are used in an air brake system?

Two tanks
Four tanks
Six tanks
The number varies.

3 . Why should the steps of a pre-trip inspection be done in the same order each time?

You will be less likely to forget a step.
You will get faster.
It is required by law.
The form must be followed in order.

4 . Roads are most slippery right after it begins to rain because:

The water mixes with oil and grease on the road.
The roads are naturally slippery.
The gravel gets washed to the middle of the lane.
Some tires are not designed for rain.

5 . How much water must be present for a vehicle to hydroplane?

Usually several inches
A significant amount, such as a large puddle
A small amount
None

6 . When a construction worker is close to the road, you should:

Increase your speed.
Decrease your speed.
Not drive in any lane.
Wait to proceed until the construction is complete.

7 . ____ is a thin layer of ice that forms on road surfaces.

White ice
Black ice
Soft ice
Sharp ice

8 . What is the purpose of a vehicle inspection report?

It tells the motor carrier about problems that may need to be fixed.
It ensures that the vehicle is inspected regularly.
It keeps drivers accountable for inspecting their vehicles.
It provides a plan for the next five trips.

9 . If you are being tailgated, you should:

Drive on the shoulder.
Pull off the roadway.
Drive faster.
Allow the vehicle to pass.

10 . Which of the following is not an example of a driver who might be a hazard?

A driver operating a vehicle without first scraping ice off the windshield
The operator of a rental truck
The driver of a station wagon with items covering the back windows
A person operating a pick-up truck

11 . When transporting cargo, drivers must check the securement of the cargo every:

10 miles.
150 miles.
500 miles.
1,000 miles.
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12 . When traveling with cargo, you must make sure the cargo is secure:

No more than two times.
Every 150 miles or three hours of driving.
Only after traveling up a hill.
Only after coming to a hard stop.

13 . What happens if, after connecting a trailer, there is no air pressure in the trailer brakes?

The brakes will not work.
There will be no air in the cab.
The load will not be supported properly.
Alternative brakes must be used.

14 . When traction is poor, a driver should accelerate slowly:

Because it is best to always accelerate very slowly.
So they do not lose control of their vehicle.
So the driver does not accelerate faster than the vehicle ahead.
To be the last vehicle through an intersection.

15 . During the vehicle inspection test, you will be asked to:

Change a tire.
Explain to the examiner what you would inspect and why.
Estimate the weight of a load in a trailer.
Change a windshield wiper.

16 . When pulled off on the side of the road, a driver should:

Keep the driver’s side door open.
Turn on their emergency flashers.
Wave their arms.
Turn off all lights.

17 . When driving, you should stop and take a break ____ to avoid becoming too tired.

Every half hour
Every hour
Every two hours
Every six hours

18 . Backing with a trailer is dangerous because:

It is difficult to see behind the vehicle.
Most trucks do not have the ability to move in reverse.
Cargo may fall out of the trailer.
There may be extra weight in the front of the trailer.

19 . Which of the following is acceptable if found during a pre-trip inspection?

Tires in mismatched sizes
Tread depth of 2/32 of an inch in the grooves of the front tires
Tires manufactured by different makers
Cracks in the tires

20 . Look for matching colors when coupling glad hands. Service lines are often:

Green.
Orange.
Red.
Blue.