問題一覧
1
The trucking industry is subject to regulations from which of the following agencies?
Federal Motor Carrier Safety and Administration
2
The Federal Motor Carrier Saftey Regulations establish basic safety rules and standards for:
All of the above
3
Which of the following is considered a major disqualifying offense?
Driving under the influence of alcohol
4
If your truck has a (n)_____, you must first turn the engine key to the ‘on’ position before engaging it.
clutch button
5
If your CMV has a ___, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations say you must use it.
seat belt
6
Which vehicle instrument measures the voltage in a vehicle’s electrical system?
voltmeter
7
Which of the following warning devices indicates there is inadequate pressure in the air brake system?
low pressure warning alarm/light
8
What is the minimum tread depth for the steer-tire?
4/32 inch
9
After the initial 50-mile check, how often must you conduct additional on-the-road inspections of the cargo securement and securement devices?
whenever a change of duty status is made, every 3 hours, or 150 miles, whichever comes first
10
When is it appropriate to conduct a post-trip inspection?
at the end of every work day
11
What items should a post-trip inspection include?
the same items as the pre-trip inspection except for things affected by heat
12
When setting your tractor-trailer in motion, how can you tell the friction point of your clutch has been reached?
your RPMs decrease and you feel your tractor try to start moving
13
What is off-tracking?
when the rear wheels follow a different path than the front wheels while making a turn
14
What is essential when you’re making a left turn in an intersection with multiple lanes?
start in the rightmost lane
15
What should you do if you are unsure what may be behind your vehicle while backing up?
stop, get out of your vehicle, and check your path
16
In a manual transmission, the _____ controls what gear the transmission is in.
shift lever
17
When your vehicle reaches the maximum speed for a gear, and you want to go faster, you must:
upshift
18
When double clutching is done correctly, and the RPMs are matched during the shift;
the gears do not grind
19
The purpose of upshifting is to:
allow the vehicle to increase speed
20
What acronym is used to remember the safety check you should perform before backing?
GOAL: get out and look
21
Which of the backing techniques is fundamental in learning all other backing maneuvers?
straight line backing
22
If your fifth wheel isn’t greased properly, it can:
create steering problems
23
If your service line is loose or damaged, you’ll:
all of the above
24
When pulling against a locked trailer, when should you stop?
as soon as your feel resistance from the trailer
25
As a general rule, look about _____ ahead of your vehicle.
12-15 seconds
26
Which of the following are potential hazards you must be aware of while driving?
all of the above
27
Which type of mirror is designed to eliminate as much of your blind spot as possible?
convex mirrors
28
When changing lanes, check your mirrors:
all of the above
29
Using your turn signals is only optional when:
all of the above
30
If traffic begins to slow, what should you do to alert those around you that you’re slowing down?
tap your breaks
31
When approaching a pedestrian or bicyclist, always assume:
they don’t see you and could suddenly move in front of your vehicle
32
According to the FMCSRs, if your vehicle is stopped, you must ____ minutes to set out your emergency warning devices.
10
33
Visual distractions are:
those that lure our eyes away from the road
34
Which of the following statements is true about texting while driving?
the effects of texting while driving are very similar to being intoxicated
35
According to the FMCSA, which of the following actions may be permissionble when driving a CMV?
answering a hands-free cell-phone by touching a single button
36
What is the best way to deal with a distracted driver?
create a ‘safety cushion’ between you and the distracted driver
37
Your ________ is the distance a vehicle travels from the time you see a hazard until your brain recognizes it
perception distance
38
A CMV’s components (brakes,tires,springs,etc) are designed to work best when:
the vehicle is fully loaded
39
How does traveling at high speeds affect your CMV’s total stopping distance?
it increases your braking distance
40
What is the results of two or more convictions of excessive speeding (15 mph over the speed limit)?
all of the above
41
If you’re driving your 70-foot rig at 65 mph in good weather conditions and minimal traffic, you should leave ____ seconds between you and the car ahead of you
6
42
When you are making a right turn, ______ before starting the turn.
pull your tractor-trailer straight into the intersection
43
If there are two lanes available for a left turn:
all of the above
44
Which of the following signs might indicate a distracted driver?
changing their speed errattically for no apparent reason
45
How is your vision different at night?
your eyes struggle adjusting from light to dark/dark to light
46
What are some behaviors that may indicate an impaired driver?
an SUV weaves from lane to lane without using turn signals
47
When an oncoming vehicle has their high beam headlights on at night, you should:
look at the white lane on the right side of the road
48
To ensure other drivers see you and your truck at night:
use your turn signals for every turn or lane change so your intentions are always clear