1 . Looking far ahead of your vehicle when driving is:

Discouraged because the road ahead is not as important as your current location.
Encouraged to help you identify hazards as early as possible.
Not allowed.
Only encouraged when transporting hazardous materials.

2 . Most drivers are the least alert:

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

3 . If the safety relief valve in the air brake system releases air:

The compressor needs more air.
The air pressure has become too high.
The brakes are fully operational.

4 . On low bridges:

Height warnings must always be posted.
Height warnings must be posted at least twice.
Height warnings may be posted, but do not have to be.

5 . A Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) is valid for:

30 days.
180 days.
365 days.

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

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

7 . When pulled off on the side of the road:

A driver should keep the driver’s side door open.
A driver should turn on the emergency flashers.
The driver should wave their arms.

8 . Driving at night is usually:

More difficult than driving during the day.
Simpler than driving during the day.
Discouraged.

9 . 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.

10 . When conducting a vehicle inspection, you must show each of the following, except:

That the oil pressure gauge is working.
That the oil pressure warning light turns off, or that the gauge shows increasing or normal oil pressure.
That the oil temperature gauge, if equipped, rises to the normal operating range.
That the oil pressure gauge comes on when brakes are used.

11 . The air compressor is connected to the:

Transmission.
Engine.
Radiator.

12 . When trying to put out an electrical fire, you should:

Use water.
Use a B:C extinguisher.
Use an X extinguisher.

13 . When leaving your vehicle unattended:

The parking brake must be always be used.
The parking brake should never be used.
Windows in the cab should be lowered.

14 . Texting while driving is worrisome:

Because it creates both mental and physical distractions.
Because a message may be upsetting to the driver.
Because the texts may be more interesting than the task of driving.
Because it is less efficient than a phone call.

15 . Which of the following is not a sign of bad brakes?

Pads free of oil or grease
Shoes with oil or grease on them
Shoes worn thin

16 . An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS):

Is not available for most trucks.
Is not helpful in most situations.
Is required on newer trucks.

17 . When checking your mirrors:

The passenger side mirror should not be used.
The driver's side mirror should not be used.
Mirrors on both sides of the vehicle should be used.

18 . Distracted driving:

Always comes as a result of physical distraction, not mental distraction.
Can be elevated by pre-programming radio stations.
Can be avoided by eating while driving.
Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations while driving.

19 . How can a driver maintain alertness while driving?

Stay fit and healthy
Keep the cab warm
Eat heavy foods

20 . How is the parking brake released?

By tapping on the brake pedal three times
By pushing in the brake control knob
By engaging the accelerator
By tapping the accelerator twice

21 . If planning to back a vehicle where there may be overhanging objects, a driver should:

Cut wires or branches as necessary.
Inspect the area before backing.
Not worry about the obstacles.

22 . When traveling at speeds under 40 mph, you should maintain at least ____ of following distance for every 10 feet of your vehicle's length.

One second
Two seconds
Three seconds

23 . If feeling drowsy while driving, you should:

Press on and finish the trip.
Drive faster to reach your destination more quickly.
Safely leave the road and take a nap.

24 . When inspecting your tires, you do not want to find:

Tire tread that is 4/32 of an inch deep.
Valve stems without damage.
Mismatched tire sizes.

25 . When you leave your vehicle, you should:

Apply the parking brake.
Apply the regular brake.
Leave the keys in the ignition.

26 . Tie-downs are used to:

Prevent cargo from shifting.
Prevent skidding.
Keep doors closed during transit.
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27 . Air pressure should build up in a single air system within:

15 minutes.
12 minutes.
Three minutes.
One minute.

28 . During the vehicle inspection test, you will be asked to:

Change a tire.
Explain to the examiner what you are inspecting and why.
Estimate the weight of a load on a trailer.

29 . What is another name for front end header boards?

Headache racks
Cargo stoppers
Head braces
Bonkers

30 . If you identify a large box in your lane on the road ahead, you should:

Slow down.
Speed up.
Not be worried because another vehicle will likely hit it before your vehicle.
Swerve into another lane of traffic.

31 . To get a CDL, passing which of the following tests is not required?

A knowledge test
A vision test
A hearing test

32 . When pulled over to the side of the road, you should:

Rely on your taillights to alert other motorists to your presence.
Not worry about other motorists.
Use your four-way emergency flashers to alert other motorists to your presence.

33 . How should you check your hydraulic brakes?

Pump the brakes three times, then apply firm pressure to the brake pedal for five seconds. The brake pedal should not move.
Pump the brakes three times, then apply firm pressure to the brake pedal for five seconds. The brake pedal should slowly move toward the floor.
Pump the brakes three times, then apply firm pressure to the brake pedal for five seconds. The brake pedal should slowly rise.
Pump the brakes three times, then apply firm pressure to the brake pedal for five seconds. The brake pedal should be easy to push to the floor.

34 . When inspecting a power steering-equipped vehicle, you should be sure that:

The fluid is at the proper level.
The hoses are connected to the battery.
The hoses do not contain any fluid.
Only small leaks are present.

35 . What should a driver do if their vehicle hydroplanes?

Accelerate.
Use the brakes.
Release the accelerator and push in the clutch.
Take the vehicle out of gear.

36 . Dry bulk tanks:

Usually have low centers of gravity.
Usually have high centers of gravity.
Are usually not allowed to cross railroad tracks.

37 . If convicted of a traffic violation in your personal car:

You must tell your employer.
Your CDL will not be affected.
Law enforcement will tell your employer.

38 . After two violations of any state law regarding hand-held mobile phone use:

You will need to cancel your mobile phone service.
Your CDL will be disqualified.
You will be required to drive 10 mph under the posted speed limit for a period of time.

39 . In a dual air brake system:

Air tanks are shared by both systems.
Each system has its own air tanks.
You must designate which system you are using.
Brakes on only one side of the vehicle will work.

40 . If one-fourth of the leaves in a leaf spring are missing when a vehicle is inspected:

The vehicle’s driver will be allowed to drive, but only at reduced speeds.
The vehicle will be put out-of-service until it is fixed.
The vehicle will be fine to drive since most of the spring is in place.

41 . If using the spring brakes while hauling a heavy load, a complete stop will:

Be impossible.
Take a long time.
Take a short amount of time.
Damage the brakes.

42 . Blocking cargo:

Should never be done.
Should only be done in poor weather.
Prevents cargo from moving.

43 . The more alcohol in the body:

The quicker the liver will digest the alcohol.
The less effect the alcohol will have on the individual.
The longer it will take to remove the alcohol from the body.

44 . During the basic control skills test, you can acquire points by:

Crossing over an exercise boundary.
Pulling up one time.
Exiting the vehicle one time to check your positioning.
Setting the parking brake.

45 . Which factor does not have an impact on a person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?

The number of alcoholic drinks consumed
How quickly the alcoholic drinks were consumed
The weight of the drinker
The temperature of the drinks

46 . 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

47 . When you need to stop in an emergency, you should:

Lock the wheels and skid to a stop.
Stop in a way that keeps your vehicle in a straight line.
Stop in a way that turns your vehicle.
Expect your vehicle to slow down more quickly than usual.

48 . If another driver is tailgating you, you should:

Move into the left lane.
Speed up.
Increase the space in front of your vehicle.
Flash your lights.

49 . Blocking is used to:

Prevent cargo from shifting in transit.
Prevent cargo from being loaded too high.
Prevent cargo from being unloaded too quickly.
Prevent cargo from being unloaded easily.

50 . The two indicators that determine when you should upshift are:

Engine speed and road speed.
Other trucks and road conditions.
Timing and road position.
Oil pressure and air brake pressure.