General Knowledge Eng 19

Offtracking is?

Driving on a dirt road
Passing on the right
Pulling onto the shoulder of the road
Trailer wheels following a different path than the tractor wheels

How far ahead should a driver be looking while driving a vehicle?

1/8 mile.
1/4 mile.
1/2 mile.
3/4 mile.

You are driving a heavy vehicle and must exit the highway using an off ramp that curves downhill. You should:

use the posted speed limit for the ramp.
slow down to a safe speed before the ramp.
wait until you are in the curve before you start to downshift.
shift to a higher gear before the turn.

Which of these statements are true about downshifting?

When you downshift for a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve.
When you downshift for a hill, you should do so after you start down the grade.
When you downshift for a curve, you should do so after you enter the curve.
When you downshift for a curve, do so just after the curve.

Which fires can you put out with water?

tire fires.
fuel fires.
electrical fires.
chemical fires.

Which of these statements about backing a heavy vehicle is true.

never get out and look before backing.
You should avoid backing whenever you can.
When you use a helper, he/she should use clear voice signals
it is safer to back to the right side of the vehicle than it is to the drivers side.

The key point in balancing cargo weight is to keep the load.

to the front.
to the rear.
centered.
low to the floor.

To be aware of vehicles entering your blind spots you have to check the mirrors each

Check mirrors every 12-30 seconds
Check mirrors every 8-10 seconds
Check mirrors every 120 seconds
Each time the road safety need

Large trucks and buses need the length of up to _____________ to safely stop

two football fields
six football fields
five football fields
if the truck is new only one football fields

Driving too fast for weather or road conditions or failing to slow down for curves or ramps create risks for

excessive fuel consumption
rollovers
brake overheating
overheating of the tires and this is important because those of the main axle wear out more.

Be aware of long stopping distances and make careful wide turns because easy you get

very expensive Police ticket
The load is in risk
crashes
the tires wear out more when braking and this after 6 months forces to change the tires for new ones

Trucks have to make turns carefully and?

the driver have hot coffe to avoid sleep
look the road
think in safety
signal appropriately

The large size and weight of trucks and buses increase driving challenges like

brake overheating
hight fuel consumption
maneuverability
vibrations in the suspension due to the weight of the vehicle

Get enough rest to help the CDL driver?

less hungry
best health
loss weight
Stay focused and avoid distracted driving

Don’t drive the truck when you?

feel fatigued
is your birhtday
the truck owe to pay the IFTA
the tires have a different brands

When you are listening about the use of three points of contact, immediately do you understand what we refer to?

three points of contact are a very important step when you load the truck to prevent the load move
three points of contact system when entering and exiting a truck
three contact points are the contact points for securing cargo on flatbed trucks
three points of contact are the emergency telephone numbers that we must always have with us, police, firefighters and the mechanic

Texting is among the worst driving distractions. It is illegal for a CMV driver to text while driving, and mobile phones must be hands-free and dialed using no more than one button, if the police prove that you were using before an accident, you will

Get a ticket
Loss the job
1 & 2
Loss the license forever

How can the police prove that you were using the phone to send text messages when you have an accident?

Calling your phone company
checking your phone history
checking the phone cookies
all the options are true

Eating, drinking, interacting with a navigational device, reading maps, or any other activity that takes the focus off the road can also be distracting, if you must attend to an activity other than driving you will?

exit the highway or pull over
reduce speed
eat and drink faster
these activities when driving doesn't put the life at risk at any time

Signal and brake early to give other drivers plenty of time to notice your intent, If you must pull off the road, use________________ to alert approaching drivers

It is important to use the whistle or horn 3 times, stick out your hand signaling that you are going to leave the road and put some stones on the tires if you do not have studs to block the truck
flashers, reflective triangles, and/or road flares
whistle, reflective triangles, advertising on paper or cardboard
flashers, reflective triangles, advertising on a paper or cardboard

Make sure pre-trip safety inspections are complete before hitting the road

particularly for tires and brakes
Load documentation
your license and medical DOT
the air tank is full

When we Stay up-to-date on weather and road conditions, detours, and mountainous routes to plan appropriate driving times, what we are talking about?

After you start driving is important to use the CV radio
All the time you need to have close to you a map
Plan Your Trip in Advance
Make an excel sheet calculation when you return home. This will help you know how much money you earn per mile; it is the best way to know if the trip was profitable, whether you are the truck owner or the CDL driver.

Scan ahead the road looking for

the police to avoid tickets
good place to sleep
good mexican food restaurant
changing traffic patterns

In normal driving some drivers use the hand valve before the brake pedal to prevent a jackknife. Which of these statements are true?

This should not be done.
This results in less skidding.
Lets driver steer with both hands.
Best way to brake in a straight line.

There are two things a driver can do to prevent a rollover the first, keep the cargo as close to the floor as possible, and what is the other?

make sure the brakes are adjusted.
keep both hands firmly on the wheel.
go slow around turns.
keep 5th wheel free play tight.

Brakes can get wet when you drive through heavy rain. Wet brakes can cause?

wheel lockup.
trailer jackknife.
pulling to one side.
all the above.

You are checking your steering and exhaust systems during a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true?

Steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees ( 2 inches on a 20-inch steering wheel) can make it hard to steer.
Leaks in the exhaust system are not a problem if they are outside of the cab.
Some leakage of power steering fluid is normal.
if you find a leak in the exhaust system, drive with the window open.

Your vehicle is in a traffic emergency and may collide with another vehicle if you do not take action.

You can almost always turn to miss an obstacle more quickly than you can stop.
Stopping is always the safest action in a traffic emergency.
Leaving the road is always more risky than hitting another vehicle.
Unbuckle your seat belt before impact so you will not be trapped inside your vehicle.

Which of these is a good rule to follow when driving at night?

Always use your high beams at night.
Look directly at the oncoming headlights.
Keep your speed slow enough to stop within the range of your headlights.
Keep your instrument lights bright.

Which of these statements are true about brakes?

The heavier a vehicle or the faster it is moving, the more heat the brakes have to absorb to stop it.
Brakes have more stopping power when they get very hot.
When going down hill, heavy use of the brakes is recommended.
Brake drums cool very quickly.

Which of these is the most important thing to remember about emergency brakes?

Disconnecting the steering axle brakes will keep the vehicle in a straight line.
To keep the rear wheels from skidding, brake hard.
Never do it without downshifting first.
If the wheels are skidding, you cannot control the vehicle.

How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?

Hydraulic brakes can not leak, so there is no need to test them.
Move the vehicle slowly and see if it stops when the brakes are applied.
With vehicle stopped, pump the pedal three times, apply firm pressure, hold for five seconds and see if the pedal moves.
Step on the brake pedal and the accelerator at the same time and see if the vehicle moves.

You do not have a hazardous materials endorsement on your commercial driver license. When can you legally haul hazardous materials?

When the load does not require placards.
When the gvwr is 26,001 lbs or more.
When the shipment will not cross State lines.
When a person who has the hazardous materials endorsement rides in the vehicle.

You are checking your wheels and rims during a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true?

Rust around wheel nuts may mean they are loose.
Cracked wheels or rims can be used if they have been welded.
Missing, bent or broken studs are not a safety hazard.
Mismatched lock rings may be used on the same vehicle.

To avoid a crash, you had to drive on the right shoulder. How should you move back onto the pavement?

Come to a complete stop, if possible, before steering back onto the pavement.
Brake hard to slow the vehicle, then steer sharply onto the pavement.
Steer sharply onto the pavement, then brake hard as you counter steer.
Keep moving at the present speed and steer very gently back onto the pavement.

If you are being tailgated, you should?

Increase the space in front of your vehicle.
Flash your brake lights.
Speed up.
Signal the tailgater when it is safe to pass.

Which of these statements about staying alert to drive is true?

A half hour brake for coffee will do more to keep you alert than a half hour nap.
There are drugs that can over come being tired.
It is not possible to fall asleep while sitting up.
The only thing that can cure fatigue is sleep.

Which of these statements about speed management is true?

Empty trucks always stop faster than fully loaded ones.
As the speed of the vehicle doubles, its stopping distance also doubles.
Choose a driving speed that lets you stop in the space that you can see ahead.
Following to closely is not a problem if the driver is alert.

How far should a driver look ahead of the vehicle while driving?

1-2 seconds.
5-8 seconds.
12-15 seconds.
18-21 seconds.

You are driving a 40-foot vehicle at 45 mph. Driving conditions are ideal (dry pavement, good visibility). The least amount of space that you should keep in front of your vehicle to be safe is the distance you would travel in:

2 seconds.
3 seconds.
4 seconds.
5 seconds

Which of these statements about drinking alcohol is true?

Some people aren't effected by drinking.
A few beers has the same effect on driving as a few shots of whiskey.
Coffee and fresh air can sober a person up.
If you drink alcohol fast enough, it will effect you less.

As the Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) goes up, what happens?

The effects of alcohol decreases.
The drinker is always aware of increased effects.
The person is even more dangerous if allowed to drive.
The driver can sober up in less time.

Driving under the influence of a drug that makes you drive unsafely is?

Permitted if it is prescribed by a doctor.
Against the law.
Permitted if it is a diet or cold medicine.
Easier if combined with a small amount of alcohol.

Some traffic emergencies may require you to leave the road. Which of these is a good thing to remember?

If you must leave the road, try to get all wheels off the pavement.
You should brake hard as you leave the road.
You should avoid braking until your speed has dropped to about 20 mph.
Most shoulders will not hold a large truck.

Cargo that can shift should have at least tie-downs?

1
2
3
4

Which of these statements about cargo loading is true?

The legal maximum weight allowed by a state is safe for all driving conditions.
If cargo is loaded by the shipper, the driver is not responsible for overloads.
State regulations dictate legal weight limits.
If the initial inspection is thorough, it is not necessary to check the load on the road.

If a straight vehicle goes into a front-wheel skid, it will?

Slide sideways and spin out.
Slide sideways somewhat, but not spin out.
Go straight ahead but will turn if you turn the steering wheel.
Go straight ahead even if the steering wheel is turned.

The most common cause of serious vehicle skids is?

Driving to fast for road conditions.
Poorly adjusted brakes.
To much weight on the front axle.
Bad tires.

Which of these statements about downshifting is true?

When you downshift for a hill, speed up at the same time.
When you downshift for a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve.
When you downshift for a hill, you should do so after you start down the hill.
When you downshift for a curve, you should do so after you enter the curve.

You should avoid driving through deep puddles or flowing water. But if you must, what will keep your brakes working?

Gently pressing the brake pedal while driving through the water.
Applying hard pressure on both the brake pedal and the accelerator after coming out of the water.
Disconnecting the steering axle brakes after coming out of the water.
Decrease engine RPM while crossing the water.

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