Following Distance Quiz

At what speed do you need to add an extra second to your following distance?

• 30 mph

• 35 mph

• 41 mph

• 50 mph

What should you do with your interior lights when using high beams legally?

• Keep them on

• Turn them off

• Flash them periodically

• Dim them slightly

What is the best advice for drivers when heavy fog occurs?

• Speed up to get through the fog quickly.

• Park the truck until the fog disappears.

• Turn on high beam headlights.

• Follow closely behind another vehicle.

What does ice on your mirrors indicate?

• The road is clear

• There is ice on the road

• It's safe to drive fast

• The weather is warm

How often should you inspect your tires when driving in very hot weather?

• Every hour or every 50 miles

• Every two hours or every 100 miles

• Every three hours or every 150 miles

• Every four hours or every 200 miles

When is a full stop required at railroad crossings?

• When the weather is bad

• When the nature of the cargo makes a stop mandatory under State or Federal regulations

• When there is a traffic jam

• When the train is visible

When preparing to take a long, steep downhill grade, what is the best gear to choose?

• A higher gear than you would use to climb the hill

• The same gear you would use to climb the hill

• A lower gear than you would use to climb the hill

• Neutral gear

What should you do if you have a heavy load slowing you down on an upgrade?

• Shift to a higher gear

• Shift to a lower gear

• Turn off the engine

• Increase speed

What should you ensure about the brake pedal during a PTI check?

• It moves slightly

• It does not move

• It moves rapidly

• It feels soft

What might you need to use in an emergency if hydraulic brakes fail?

• Accelerator

• Clutch

• Parking brake

• Horn