Truck Practice 3

  1. When a heavy fog occurs you should:
    A)Use high beams for best visibility
    B)Park off to the right side of the road with your parking
    lights on
    C)Park at a rest area or truck stop until the fog has lifted
    D)Maintain a safe speed
    C
  2. Why should you not roll back when you start?



    A)
  3. What does a flashing yellow signal light mean?



    B)
  4. How often should you drain air tanks?



    D)
  5. Which of the following is the correct term for a long commercial
    vehicle's tendency to swing wide on turns?



    B)
  6. The following is considered a hazard:



    D)
  7. When should you signal?



    A)
  8. During the pre-trip inspection, you should do the following for
    leaks/hoses:
    A)Look for puddles on the ground
    B)Look for dripping fluids on underside of engine and
    transmission
    C)Inspect hoses for condition and leaks
    D)All of these answers are correct
    D
  9. If you are caught in strong winds while driving a bus:
    A)Keep a strong grip on the steering wheel and try to
    anticipate gusts
    B)You should slow down to lessen the effect of the wind, or
    pull off the roadway and wait
    C)Contact your dispatcher to get more information on how to
    proceed
    D)All of these answers are correct
    D
  10. The main reason drivers exceed speed limits is:



    C)
  11. What are some steps you can take to avoid being an aggressive
    driver?



    D)
  12. No matter how small the cargo, it should have at least how many
    tiedowns?



    D)
  13. You should assume all vehicles, pedestrians, or bicyclists see
    you.
    A)True
    B)False
    B
  14. When driving a bus, you should secure baggage and freight in
    ways that avoid damage and:



    A)
  15. If you are stopped on a one-way or divided highway, you should
    place reflective triangles at:



    A)
  16. What does a solid yellow line painted on your side of a highway
    center line mean?



    D)
  17. You should plan ahead when you park your vehicle so that:
    A)It will be very easy for you to check your vehicle before
    you get back on the road
    B)You are only required to pull forward when you leave
    C)You do not need to back up more than 10 feet
    D)You are right near the on ramp
    B
  18. What kind of tire problems might you have?



    B)
  19. What are some things you can do to stay alert and safe?



    D)
  20. Serious driving errors caused by alcohol include:



    B)
  21. For safety purposes, you should do the following while driving:



    D)
  22. You are about to go down a long, steep, downhill grade in a new
    truck. You should:
    A)Use a lower gear than you would use to climb the uphill
    grade
    B)Use the same gear you would use to climb the uphill grade
    C)Use a higher gear than you would use to climb the uphill
    grade
    D)Apply the brakes the entire time
    A
  23. You cannot have overhang or tailgate loads of:



    C)
  24. Activities that can distract your attention include:



    C)
  25. A blue highway sign is for:



    A)
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jeannette_ruiz
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Card Set
Truck Practice 3
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Truck Practice 3
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