1 . A cargo van is:

Usually the same height with or without a load.
Usually taller with a heavy load than with a light load.
Usually shorter with a heavy load than with a light load.

2 . Which of the following is not an example of a driving hazard?

An accident on the roadway
An open road
A police car assisting a motorist on the side of the road
An ice cream truck

3 . A pre-trip vehicle inspection:

Is not required if the driver regularly uses the vehicle.
Is not required for trips under 100 miles.
Is only to be performed by a mechanic.
Is required by law.

4 . 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.

5 . Fueling a bus while passengers are on board is:

Acceptable only at night.
Acceptable only on trips of more than 100 miles.
Acceptable only if doing so is unavoidable.

6 . If confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:

Stay in their path.
Make eye contact with the driver.
Make gestures at the driver.
Report the driver.

7 . Hydroplaning:

Only occurs at extremely high speeds.
Can occur at speeds as slow as 30 mph.
Happens most frequently when tire pressure is too high.
Happens most frequently when tires have good tread.

8 . What is traction?

Friction between the tires and road
Tires' rates of rotation
The length of time needed to activate the brakes

9 . Hydroplaning usually occurs:

When tires are properly inflated.
At speeds under 15 mph.
In areas where water collects on the road.
During the evening.

10 . Driving in extremely hot weather:

Should not be done.
Requires you to remove oil from the engine.
Is safer with less coolant.
Can increase tire pressure.

11 . When changing lanes, you should not:

Use your turn signal.
Check your mirrors.
Use your cell phone.
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12 . When transporting cargo, drivers must check the securement of the cargo every:

10 miles.
150 miles.
500 miles.
1,000 miles.

13 . The best way to avoid glare at night from oncoming vehicles is to:

Wear sunglasses.
Close your eyes as vehicles approach.
Look to the right side of road.
Use your high beams.

14 . When taking the on-road driving skills test, you will be evaluated on your gear usage. You should not:

Avoid grinding or clashing gears.
Select a gear that does not rev the engine.
Forget to shift through an intersection.
Shift while taking a turn.

15 . When driving through fog, a driver should:

Use high beam headlights.
Use low beam headlights.
Run the windshield wipers.
Drive on the shoulder.

16 . How can you avoid becoming drowsy on a trip?

Get about three hours of sleep beforehand.
Plan ahead, including stopping points.
Do not build exercise into your daily routine.
Schedule the trip at night.

17 . 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

18 . Your horn should be used to:

Tell other drivers that you are angry.
Warn other drivers that you are near.
Frighten other drivers.

19 . How can a driver maintain alertness while driving?

Stay fit and healthy
Keep the cab warm
Eat heavy foods

20 . While driving, a driver should:

Not be concerned with what is happening on the sides of their vehicle.
Be concerned with what is happening on all sides of the vehicle.
Not be concerned with what is happening behind the vehicle.