When driving a large vehicle, you should always stay as close to the right of the lane as possible.

a. True

b. False

When double clutching, you should release the accelerator several seconds before pushing in the clutch.

a. True

b. False

When driving a heavy vehicle, you need a smaller gap to enter traffic than cars.

a. True

b. False

When backing, you should not use a helper because you might hit him.

a. True

b. False

When traveling at highway speed, you should look about 1/4 mile ahead of your vehicle.

a. True

b. False

When driving on a wet road, you should reduce your speed about 1/3.

a. True

b. False

When you are about half-way down a long and/or steep downgrade you should shift to a lower gear if you are approaching the "safe speed".

a. True

b. False

When stopped on a two-lane highway, you should place one reflective triangle 100 feet to the front of the vehicle, one within 10 feet to the rear, and one 100 feet to the rear.

a. True

b. False

Where should the ignition key be during the pre-trip inspection?

a. In your pocket.

b. In the ignition.

c. On the driver’s seat.

d. On the dashboard.

Which of the following conditions will produce a skid?

a. Too fast for conditions.

b. Over braking.

c. Over steering.

d. All of the above.

Which of the following is counter steering?

a. Turning the wheel to the left.

b. Turning the wheel to the right.

c. Turning the wheel back in the opposite direction.

d. Turning the wheel left and right.

Which of the following items would you check on an en-route inspection?

a. Tires.

b. Cargo security devices.

c. Lights.

d. All of the above.

Which is the slickest road surface?

a. Rain.

b. Dry ice.

c. Wet ice.

d. Snow

Which of the following is true about braking while traveling down a long or steep grade?

a. Apply 10 seconds, release for 20 seconds, repeat as necessary.

b. Use only the trailer brakes to control speed.

c. Apply a fairly light, steady use of the brakes to keep you from speeding up

but still avoiding the brakes from building up excessive heat.

d. Brake only between down shifting.

Which of the following is true about turn signals?

a. Should be used whenever turning or changing lanes.

b. Should be used at least 100 feet before the maneuver.

c. Should be canceled as soon as the maneuver is completed.

d. All of the above.

Which of these statements about down shifting is true?

a. When you down shift for a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve.

b. Down shifting should be done during a hill, never before entering the hill.

c. When double-clutching, you should let the rpms decrease while the clutch is released and the shift lever is in neutral.

d. Down shifting should be done during a sharp turn, never before the turn.

Which of the following is true about emergency driving?

a. A truck can always be stopped quicker than it can be steered.

b. A truck can turn faster than it can stop.

c. Hard braking is always the best emergency braking maneuver.

d. Braking and steering should always be done to the "max" during emergencies.

Which of these statements about driving is areas with strong winds is true?

a. You should drive alongside other vehicles to help break up the wind.

b. Winds are especially a problem when coming out of tunnels.

c. The lighter your vehicle, the less trouble you will have with the wind.

d. You can lessen the effect of the wind by loading cargo to achieve a higher center of gravity.

Which of the following statements about speed management is true?

a. If you double your speed, stopping distance will double.

b. Empty trucks and loaded trucks will have the same stopping distance.

c. If you double your speed, stopping distance will be increased by 4 times.

d. Never follow closer to a vehicle than 100 feet.

Which of the following if a form on communication?

a. Horn.

b. Brake lights.

c. Turn signals.

d. All of the above.

Which of the following statements about mirrors is true?

a. Only one mirror is required on a truck.

b. If adjusted properly, no blind spots exist.

c. All trucks have blind spots which the mirrors cannot cover.

d. Convex mirrors make objects appear larger an

Which of the following is true about alcohol?

a. If you eat first, you won’t get drunk.

b. Only time will help a driver sober up.

c. Coffee will sober a driver up.

d. A shot of whiskey contains more alcohol than a glass of beer.

Which of these is a good thing to do when driving at night?

a. Keep your speed slow enough that you can stop within the range of your headlights.

b. Leave your high beams on when an oncoming vehicle won't dim their headlights.

c. Keep your instrument lights bright.

d. Wear sunglasses.

Which of these statements about vehicle fires is true?

a. If cargo in a van or box trailer catches on fire, you should open the cargo doors as soon as possible.

b. If a trailer is on fire, you should drive fast enough to allow the wind to blow it out.

c. If your engine is on fire, you should open the hood as soon as you can.

d. A burning tire must be cooled.

Which of the following about emergency steering is true?

a. Quick steering should always be done together with braking for safety.

b. If an oncoming driver drifts into your lane, a move to your right is usually best.

c. You can almost always stop more quickly than you can turn.

d. If you must steer onto the shoulder, make sure to do it at the highest practicable speed.

Which of these statements about loading cargo is correct?

a. Loading as high as possible will raise the center of gravity assuring that the load will not tip.

b. An overloaded vehicle is safer due to increased braking efficiency.

c. If cargo is loaded by the shipper, the driver is not responsible for overloading.

d. State laws regulate legal weight limits.

Which of these items should be checked in a pre-trip inspection?

a. All vehicle lights, wipers, mirrors.

b. Brakes, suspension, steering.

c. Cargo security.

d. All of the above.

Which of these statements about winter driving is false?

a. There is no need to worry about engine overheating when the weather is very cold.

b. Exhaust system leaks are less dangerous in cold weather.

c. Windshield washer antifreeze need not be added to the washer reservoir.

d. All of the above.

Which of these will help keep an engine cool in hot weather?

a. Keeping proper amount of antifreeze in the radiator.

b. Keeping oil level in crankcase at the full mark.

c. Avoiding high-speed driving.

d. All of the above.

Which of these can cause a fire?

a. Under-inflated tires.

b. Loose fuel connections.

c. Electrical short circuits.

d. All of the above.

Which of these is not part of the check of the engine compartment during the pre-trip inspection?

a. Engine oil level.

b. Wrist pin clearance.

c. Condition of belts and hoses.

d. Worn wiring insulation.

Which of these is a good practice when protecting an accident scene?

a. If you're stopping to help, park away from the scene.

b. Put on your flashers.

c. Set out reflective triangles to warn other drivers.

d. All of the above.

Which of these statements about certain types of cargo is true?

a. Unstable loads such as hanging meat or livestock can require extra caution on curves.

b. Hazardous Materials placarding can be ignored on weekends when not on major highways..

c. Loads that consist of liquids in bulk are usually not stable and may present vehicle handling problem.

d. Both a and c.

d. Both a and c.

Which of these statements about drugs is true?

a. A driver may use any prescription drug while driving.

b. Amphetamines (“pep pills” or “bennies”) can be used to help the driver stay alert.

c. Use of drugs could lead to accidents and/or arrest.

d. All of the above are true.

Which of the following will have the longest stopping distance?

a. Empty truck.

b. Loaded truck.

c. Bobtail tractor.

d. Mini-van.