1 . An engine should be only be operated when it contains oil.

True
False

2 . During a pre-trip inspection, belts should be:

Loosened.
Checked for tightness.
Scrubbed clean.
Left alone and not inspected.

3 . Mirrors should be adjusted only after a vehicle has been driven for at least 15 minutes.

True
False

4 . If you are being tailgated, you should increase your speed to shake the other driver.

True
False

5 . A Class 1 hazardous material is:

An explosive.
Solid.
Corrosive.

6 . When starting a CMV, the oil pressure gauge should take about a minute to display a normal pressure level.

True
False

7 . When driving in hot weather:

The air pressure in tires will decrease.
The engine oil can help to keep the engine cool.
Antifreeze is not important.

8 . When traveling in heavy traffic, the safest driving speed is:

The posted speed limit.
The speed of surrounding traffic.
A speed much slower than the flow of surrounding traffic.

9 . During a basic vehicle control skills test, a look is when:

A driver checks the gauges on their instrument panel.
A driver checks their blind spots.
A driver walks to the back of their vehicle to check its position.

10 . Which agency helps coordinate emergency response to chemical hazards?

The National Response Center
The Federal Containment Organization
The United Center for Chemical Assistance

11 . If driving in extremely hot weather and the air pressure in your tires is too high, you should:

Continue driving.
Remove air from the tire.
Let the tires cool before continuing to drive.

12 . In general, before loading or unloading any flammable liquids, an engine should be:

Turned off.
Revved up.
Turned on.

13 . Which of the following is not an activity that causes a distraction?

Adjusting the radio
Adjusting the CD player
Eating
Checking your mirrors

14 . When driving a vehicle, knowing what is happening behind you is:

Not important.
Important.
Only important if you believe a car is behind you.

15 . A person who is watching the loading or unloading of a tank must do all of the following, except:

Remain alert.
Remain within 25 feet of the tank.
Wear a chemical suit.
Know the hazards of the materials involved.

16 . A CMV driver traveling fewer than 100 miles is not required to carry safety equipment, such as a fire extinguisher, on their vehicle.

True
False
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17 . Pre-trip inspections:

Should never be done the same way two times in a row.
Should always be done in the same order.
Do not need to be done if the driver is familiar with the vehicle.

18 . The steering wheel should be held with one hand.

True
False

19 . While driving:

A driver does not need to inform others of their intentions.
A driver should only use turn signals if a vehicle is next to them.
A driver should not use a turn signal if their lane change will be obvious.
A driver should always use turn signals to inform others of their intentions.

20 . How many daily hours of sleep does an adult need to maintain alertness?

Six to seven
Seven to eight
Eight to nine
Four to five

21 . If a substance is transported in a reportable quantity, which letters must appear on the shipping paper and package?

WH
LT
RQ
NT

22 . Which of the following is not required emergency equipment?

Three red reflective triangles
A fire extinguisher
A loud horn

23 . Brake shoes should have grease and oil on them.

True
False

24 . How can a driver maintain alertness while driving?

Stay fit and healthy
Keep the cab warm
Eat heavy foods

25 . A major cause of fatal crashes is:

Inappropriately honking a horn.
Driving too fast for conditions.
Following a large vehicle.

26 . When backing:

Only the driver’s side mirrors should be used.
Only the passenger's side mirrors should be used.
Mirrors on both sides of the vehicle should be used.
No mirrors should be used.

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

White ice
Black ice
Green ice
Blue ice

28 . If you are being tailgated, you should:

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

29 . The faster your vehicle travels, the faster it can stop.

True
False

30 . Saving money is the primary reason for conducting a pre-trip inspection.

True
False