1 . Cargo inside a trailer:

Does not need to be secured.
Should be stacked no more than three feet high.
Should be secured to prevent movement.
Should be loaded with the heaviest items on top of lighter items.

2 . The drive shaft should:

Be bent toward the passenger side.
Be bent toward the driver’s side.
Be bent to one side or the other.
Not be bent.

3 . If an applicant falsifies information while applying for a license:

Their CDL will be canceled and they will be unable to reapply for a CDL for 60 days.
They will keep their CDL, but pay a $50 fine.
They will lose their CDL for life.

4 . If unable to tell if the road is becoming icy and slippery, a driver:

Should try guessing.
May open their window and feel the front of the side mirror for ice.
Should look at the road closely.

5 . When asked to complete a driver's side parallel parking maneuver, you should:

Pass the parking space while backing, then pull forward into it.
Pull forward past the parking space, then back into it.
Pull forward into the parking space without passing it first.
Back into the parking space without passing it first.

6 . A low air pressure warning signal should activate:

When tank pressure falls below 120 psi.
When tank pressure falls below 60 psi.
When tank pressure falls below 10 psi.
When tank pressure falls below 5 psi.

7 . If driving so slowly that you could impede other drivers, you should:

Drive in the left lane.
Drive while using your four-way flashers.
Drive without using any lights.

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

A driver talking to a passenger in their vehicle
A child on the side of the road
A construction worker on the side of the road
A person sitting on a bench waiting for a bus

9 . Off-ramps:

Are usually safe for trucks.
Can be dangerous for trucks.
Should not be used by trucks.
Should be used only if following another vehicle.

10 . The steering wheel should be:

Held with both hands.
Held by one hand to allow for other tasks, such as eating and drinking.
Held by one hand at a time, alternating between hands.
Cracked to allow for an improved grip.

11 . Drivers of CMVs must:

Be able to do 15 sit-ups.
Be able to hear a loud whisper from five feet away.
Have 20/20 vision.

12 . During a vehicle inspection, be sure that:

The emergency exits are difficult to open.
The emergency exit warning devices work properly.
The emergency exits squeak.
The emergency exits are not accessible from inside the cab.

13 . When loading cargo, weight should be placed:

As high as possible.
As low as possible.
As far back as possible.

14 . If you are unsure if there is enough space for your vehicle to safely travel under a bridge, you should:

Speed up.
Swerve as you pass under the bridge.
Slow down.
Drive on the shoulder.

15 . Bridges usually:

Freeze, but only once the temperature drops significantly below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
Freeze after other road surfaces freeze.
Freeze before other road surfaces.
Have heaters to prevent them from freezing.

16 . A pre-trip inspection:

Should be done in the same way every time.
Should be done differently every time.
Does not always need to include all items of concern.

17 . Most drivers are the least alert:

In the morning.
In cold weather.
At night.
After work.

18 . What does ABS do?

Prevent wheel lockup
Prevent the air compressor from overheating
Prevent the front brakes from being used on ice
Prevent the brakes from being used if downshifting would be more effective

19 . If a load is 40 feet long, it should be secured by at least ____ tie-downs.

Two
Three
Four

20 . To change lanes, you should:

Move quickly.
Move slowly and smoothly.
Hold down your horn.

21 . To avoid a collision with a hazard on the roadway:

You should always try to stop.
Swerving may be a safer option than stopping.
You should never swerve.

22 . During a static leakage test, the maximum leakage rate for a single vehicle with air brakes is ____ in one minute.

1 psi
2 psi
3 psi
4 psi

23 . When checking the exhaust system, it should be:

Loose.
Leaking.
Fastened securely.
Cracked.

24 . Belts in the engine compartment should be:

Frayed.
Tight.
Greasy.
Easy to slide off.

25 . You may be an aggressive driver if you:

Expect delays on your drive.
Slow down and maintain a reasonable following distance.
Make hand gestures that could anger other drivers.

26 . When entering a curve, you should:

Get off the roadway.
Use the shoulder.
Downshift.
Take the vehicle out of gear.
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27 . A person working on a disabled vehicle on the shoulder of a road:

Will likely pay attention to traffic on the road.
May be focused on the repair and not paying attention to roadway traffic.
Is exempt from traffic laws.
Should not be assisted.

28 . If a vehicle is power steering-equipped, the hoses should be:

Checked for leaks.
Securely connected to the battery.
Carrying fuel.

29 . What does the vehicle inspection report do?

Inform the motor carrier about problems that may need fixing
Ensure that the vehicle is inspected regularly
Keep people accountable for inspecting the vehicle

30 . A cargo cover that flaps in transit:

Is acceptable.
Allows air to reach the cargo and keep it cool.
Can tear away.
Can attract birds.

31 . If you are driving your personal automobile and receive a speeding ticket:

You must tell your employer.
Your employer will be notified by authorities.
You will lose your CDL.

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

Mismatched tire sizes
Tread of 3/32 of an inch in the grooves of the front tires
Tires manufactured by different makers

33 . Convex mirrors:

Cannot be used on vehicles transporting hazardous materials.
Can replace flat mirrors.
Can be helpful to see a wider area.
Are illegal to be used in most states.

34 . If you have any detectable amount of alcohol in your system, but are still below the legal limit, you will be:

Asked to drive below the speed limit.
Put out-of-service for 24 hours.
Arrested.

35 . A driver should always:

Stay in the right lane.
Have an emergency plan.
Stay in the left lane.
Drive faster than the posted speed limit.

36 . Poisonous fumes can enter the cab due to:

A defective exhaust system.
The wrong type of fuel being used.
A lack of oil in the engine.
Under-inflated tires.

37 . Mirror adjustment can only be checked properly if:

The trailer is straight.
There is no trailer attached to the tractor.
The vehicle is on a slight incline.
The vehicle is on a slight decline.

38 . Accelerating roughly is:

Encouraged at slow speeds.
Encouraged at all speeds.
Discouraged, as it may cause damage to the vehicle.
Discouraged, as it may confuse other drivers.

39 . 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

40 . Too little weight on a steering axle can result in:

Poor traction.
Increased visibility.
Longer stopping distances.
Improved gas mileage.

41 . Which of the following is not a crime that would disqualify an applicant from a hazardous materials endorsement?

Kidnapping
Smuggling
Immigration violations
Speeding

42 . A tread depth of ____ should be in every major groove of a tire that is not in the front of a commercial motor vehicle.

1/32 of an inch
2/32 of an inch
4/32 of an inch

43 . Hydroplaning usually occurs:

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

44 . If you are braking on dry pavement while traveling at 55 mph, how much distance will brake lag add to your overall stopping distance?

32 feet
45 feet
20 feet

45 . When nearing a construction worker who is close to the road, you should:

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

46 . Brakes may get out of adjustment:

If they are too hot.
In colder weather.
If they are used.
If they get wet.

47 . When an engine is started:

The brakes should be locked up.
Warning lights should come on and then quickly turn off.
The coolant temperature will decrease.
The hood must be open.

48 . If you realize you may be running late to your destination, you should:

Drive faster.
Drive while using flashing lights so other road users move out of your path.
Drive at a safe speed and arrive when you arrive.
Get upset.

49 . What can happen if the air pressure gets too low in an air brake system?

The brakes may squeak.
The brakes may stop working.
The brakes may be sluggish.

50 . If you are being tailgated, you should:

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