1 . If brakes fail on a long downgrade, the driver should:

Turn the vehicle off and then back on to reset the brakes.
Pump the brakes.
Look for an escape ramp or other way to stop.

2 . An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) will:

Shorten your stopping distance.
Not change the way you apply the brakes.
Allow you to drive faster.

3 . If you are driving in fog, you should not:

Turn on the four-way flashers.
Slow down.
Use your high beam lights.

4 . A placard identifying hazardous materials must be placed:

Inside the trailer.
Inside the cab.
On the outside of the vehicle.

5 . Which of the following is a time when the vehicle should be downshifted?

Before starting down a hill
Before starting up a hill
After exiting a curve

6 . A broken exhaust system can:

Let poisonous fumes into the cab.
Improve fuel efficiency.
Make steering more difficult.

7 . Suspension system defects may include all of the following, except:

Cracked or broken spring hangers.
Missing or broken leaves.
Leaking shock absorbers.
Cracked lights.

8 . If a vehicle is equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), when the vehicle is started:

The brakes should lock up.
The ABS indicator light should turn on, then quickly shut off.
The steering wheel will not move until the air tanks are full.

9 . What is road rage?

Operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others
Operating a motor vehicle that is deemed unsafe
Operating a motor vehicle that has not been inspected

10 . A manifest for transporting hazardous waste:

Must be signed by hand.
Must be sent electronically.
Must be attached to the outside of the trailer.

11 . 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.
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12 . What should be done to prevent an engine fire from spreading?

Leave the engine turned on
Turn the engine turned off
Open the hood

13 . The safety belt should:

Not be adjustable.
Latch securely.
Be frayed.

14 . Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS):

Are not used on trucks.
Are only used on tucks carrying hazardous materials.
Allow drivers to stay in control when braking.

15 . When checking your tires as part of the pre-trip inspection, you should look at the:

Tire pressure.
Tire color.
Tire manufacturer.

16 . The tire load for a tire is stated:

On the side of the tire.
On the inside of the tire.
On the inside of the driver’s door.

17 . If brakes overheat while going down a downhill grade, they may:

Get sticky.
Stop working.
Squeak.

18 . How soon after starting a trip must cargo securement be checked?

After 50 miles
After 100 miles
After 250 miles

19 . To control surge when stopping, you should not:

Keep a steady pressure on the brakes.
Brake well in advance of a stop.
Release the brakes too quickly.

20 . Heights posted at bridges:

Are always accurate.
Are legally binding.
Can be incorrect.