1 . All tractors and trailers must be equipped with ABS.

True
False

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

True
False

3 . What can be a clue that a shipment may contain hazardous materials?

The shipper is a business you might expect to deal with hazardous materials.
The last shipment you picked up was labeled as hazardous.
The packaging looks damaged.
The road is made of gravel.

4 . Once a vehicle is started, coolant temperature should steadily and quickly decrease.

True
False

5 . ABS usually shortens a vehicle's stopping distance.

True
False

6 . 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

7 . A major cause of fatal crashes is:

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

8 . During a pre-trip inspection, what is the best method for checking your lights?

Parking near a mirror to look for a reflection
Activating the lights, then exiting the vehicle to check
Looking on the instrument panel to see if any warning lights are illuminated
Driving in traffic and waiting for other drivers to let you know your lights are out

9 . At dawn or dusk, it is helpful to drive with your lights turned on.

True
False

10 . 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

11 . If a shipping paper describes both hazardous and non-hazardous materials:

The hazardous materials must be listed first.
The hazardous materials must be written larger.
The hazardous materials must be listed in red ink.
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12 . Vehicles may not be inspected by federal inspectors.

True
False

13 . A truck should be driven over a truck apron in a roundabout.

True
False

14 . What is a way to warn drivers behind you that you will be slowing down?

Turn on the right turn signal followed by the left turn signal.
Tap your brake pedal a few times to illuminate the brake lights.
Swerve from side to side to get other drivers’ attention.
Turn all lights on and off several times.

15 . When transporting hazardous materials, placards are unnecessary if the truck is otherwise labeled.

True
False

16 . Carrying gases or liquids in a leaking tank is:

Not encouraged.
Acceptable on shorter trips.
Illegal.
Acceptable if using rural roads.

17 . If planning to change lanes, your mirrors should:

Not be checked.
Be checked as usual.
Be checked more often than usual.

18 . 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.

19 . Which of the following is a good rule to follow when making a turn?

Honk your horn.
Use your arms to get the attention of other drivers.
Turn off your turn signal before entering the turn to avoid confusing other drivers.
Signal early.

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

True
False