Question 1

Concerning railroad crossing gates, warning lights, and signals, commercial drivers should:

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A)  Always trust these devices, as they are foolproof.
B)  Never rely completely on these devices.
C)  Do what other drivers are doing, including going around closed gates if it looks safe to do so.
D)  Speed up regardless of signals if the driver can beat the train.

Question 2

When braking a commercial vehicle with a manual transmission, drivers should depress the clutch:

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A)  At the same time they press on the brake pedal when stopping
B)  Before they press the brake when stopping the vehicle
C)  When the engine gets close to idle
D)  When engine rpms are high

Question 3

Tapping the brakes can be useful in other circumstances as well. Which of the following would apply?

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A)  If a commercial drivers sees trouble up ahead
B)  If another vehicle ahead has stopped on the road
C)  When approaching railroad crossings
D)  All of the above

Question 4

When signaling to make a turn, drivers should cancel their signal:

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A)  As soon as they begin the turn
B)  In the middle of the turn
C)  After the turn is completed
D)  Soon after the turn is completed, but not immediately

Question 5

When hauling cargo on a flatbed, a quick, efficient way to check the status of the cargo is to:

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A)  Pull over every 15-20 miles and check it.
B)  Use your mirrors.
C)  Listen for strange sounds.
D)  All of the above

Question 6

When driving in bad weather during daylight hours, which of the following is FALSE?

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A)  You must make it easier for other drivers to see your vehicle.
B)  You should use not only clearance lights, but headlights as well.
C)  You should keep your headlights on high beam.
D)  You should keep your headlights on low beam.

Question 7

When making a left hand turn in a commercial vehicle, drivers should:

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A)  Make sure they are at least halfway into the intersection before starting their turn.
B)  Start their turn before they get halfway into the intersection.
C)  Start their turn after they have passed the halfway mark of the intersection.
D)  None of the above

Question 8

Which of the following statements is FALSE when backing up a commercial vehicle?

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A)  Drivers should back as slowly as possible.
B)  Drivers should signal (via horn or other device)  that they are backing up.
C)  Drivers should back toward the passenger side of the vehicle.
D)  Drivers should back toward the driver side of the vehicle.

Question 9

When driving at night, commercial vehicle drivers should dim their high beams when they are within _______ feet of oncoming traffic and ______ feet when following another driver?

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A)  200 feet and 200 feet
B)  500 feet and 500 feet
C)  200 feet and 500 feet
D)  500 feet and 200 feet

Question 10

In order to warn drivers behind you that you will be slowing down, you should:

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A)  Tap the brakes a few times.
B)  Hit the brakes hard for a second or two.
C)  Turn on emergency flashers.
D)  Wave your arm out the window.

Question 11

Which of the following are good rules to follow when backing a commercial vehicle?

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A)  Look at and know your path before backing.
B)  Begin with the vehicle in the right position.
C)  Use the mirrors on both sides of the vehicle.
D)  Back up slowly.
E)  All of the above

Question 12

Commercial drivers often work random hours. How many hours of sleep does the average driver need in a 24 hour period?

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A)  4 or 5
B)  5 or 6
C)  6 or 7
D)  7 or 8
E)  8 or 9

Question 13

When drivers need to remove water and oil from the air brake system, they should use the:

Accepted Answer

A)  Safety valve
B)  Air tank drain
C)  Treadle valve
D)  Alcohol evaporator

Question 14

When backing a commercial vehicle with a trailer, the first steering action should be to:

Accepted Answer

A)  Turn the top of the steering wheel in the opposite direction you want the trailer to go.
B)  Turn the top of the steering wheel in the same direction you want to go.
C)  Turn the bottom of the steering wheel in the opposite direction you want to go.
D)  Turn the bottom of the steering wheel in the same direction you want the trailer to go.

Question 15

If a commercial driver is on the road and needs to make or take a cell phone call, they should:

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A)  Take or make the call as quickly as possible.
B)  Pull off the road in a safe manner and make or take the call.
C)  Take or make the call as they normally would.
D)  None of the above

Question 16

Which of the following statements is TRUE concerning rough acceleration in a combination vehicle?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rough acceleration does not cause damage to the any part of the vehicle.
B)  Rough acceleration can cause damage to the coupling.
C)  Rough acceleration cannot be prevented.
D)  Rough acceleration only happens to new drivers.

Question 17

The two most important reasons for checking mirrors when making a turn are?

Accepted Answer

A)  To make sure you are not going to hit anything or anyone
B)  To make sure that no one is trying to pass on your turning side
C)  To make sure that the vehicle behind you is not tailgating
D)  A and B
E)  B and C

Question 18

If drivers notice that the air safety valve opens and is releasing air, it usually means?

Accepted Answer

A)  The pressure has exceeded 150 psi.
B)  The system is fully charged.
C)  It means nothing, as this normal.
D)  None of the above

Question 19

One of the most important tasks a commercial driver must do properly is shift gears. Properly shifting gears is important because:

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A)  It helps protect the transmission.
B)  It helps the driver to maintain control of the vehicle.
C)  It helps drivers control their speed.
D)  All of the above

Question 20

Knowing how to shift a manual transmission is important. Knowing when to shift is equally important. Drivers have two common ways of knowing when to shift. They are:

Accepted Answer

A)  Engine rpm speed
B)  Road speed
C)  Ammeter reading
D)  A and B
E)  B and C

Exam 8: Standard Driving

Knowing how to shift a manual transmission is important. Knowing when to shift is equally important. Drivers have two common ways of knowing when to shift. They are:

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The two most important reasons for checking mirrors when making a turn are?

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Tapping the brakes can be useful in other circumstances as well. Which of the following would apply?

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If a commercial driver is on the road and needs to make or take a cell phone call, they should:

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When signaling to make a turn, drivers should cancel their signal:

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When drivers need to remove water and oil from the air brake system, they should use the:

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Which of the following are good rules to follow when backing a commercial vehicle?

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When driving in bad weather during daylight hours, which of the following is FALSE?

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Concerning railroad crossing gates, warning lights, and signals, commercial drivers should:

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When making a left hand turn in a commercial vehicle, drivers should:

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When backing a commercial vehicle with a trailer, the first steering action should be to:

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In order to warn drivers behind you that you will be slowing down, you should:

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When hauling cargo on a flatbed, a quick, efficient way to check the status of the cargo is to:

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If drivers notice that the air safety valve opens and is releasing air, it usually means?

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When braking a commercial vehicle with a manual transmission, drivers should depress the clutch:

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Which of the following statements is TRUE concerning rough acceleration in a combination vehicle?

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When driving at night, commercial vehicle drivers should dim their high beams when they are within _______ feet of oncoming traffic and ______ feet when following another driver?

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One of the most important tasks a commercial driver must do properly is shift gears. Properly shifting gears is important because:

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Commercial drivers often work random hours. How many hours of sleep does the average driver need in a 24 hour period?

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Which of the following statements is FALSE when backing up a commercial vehicle?

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When driving at night, commercial vehicle drivers should dim their high beams when they are within _ feet of oncoming traffic and feet when following another driver?

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