WorksheetsCDL Section 2 quiz
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Why is it important to inspect your vehicle?
To find problems that could cause a crash or breakdown.
To improve the fuel efficiency of the vehicle.
To comply with vehicle color regulations.
To prepare the vehicle for resale.
What should you check during a trip to ensure safety?
The vehicle's paint and decals.
Gauges for signs of trouble.
The comfort of your seat.
The radio and entertainment system.
Which of the following should you use to check for problems with your vehicle?
Your senses (look, listen, smell, feel).
The vehicle's autopilot system.
A mobile app.
The opinions of passengers.
What are the critical items to check when you stop during a trip?
Tires, wheels and rims, lights, brakes, and cargo security devices.
The vehicle's paint job, stickers, and decorations.
The type of fuel and oil used.
The vehicle's GPS and navigation system.
What is the minimum tread depth required for front tires on a commercial vehicle?
1/32 inch.
2/32 inch.
4/32 inch.
5/32 inch.
What is prohibited regarding the front wheels of a bus?
Using brand new tires.
Having white sidewalls.
Using re-grooved, recapped, or retreaded tires.
Cleaning the tires with water.
What indicates that wheel nuts may not be tight enough?
The presence of oil or grease on the nuts.
Rust around wheel nuts.
A smooth ride after changing a tire.
The absence of clamps, spacers, studs, or lug means.
Which of the following is NOT a sign of bad brake drums or shoes?
Cracked drums.
Shoes with oil, grease, or brake fluid on them.
Shoes that are new and properly installed.
Shoes worn dangerously thin, missing, or broken.
What should be checked if the steering wheel play is more than 10 degrees?
The tire pressure.
The brake fluid level.
The fluid level and for leaks in the power steering system.
The tightness of the wheel nuts.
What can be a consequence of broken suspension parts?
Improved vehicle handling.
Increased fuel efficiency.
Extremely dangerous situations.
Quieter engine performance.
What does a broken leaf in a leaf spring indicate?
The vehicle is safe to drive as long as there are other leaves intact.
The vehicle should be serviced immediately, but it is not dangerous.
The vehicle is out of service and the defect is dangerous.
The vehicle will have improved suspension.
What should be inspected for leaks, positioning, and damage as part of the air suspension system check?
Height Control Valve, Upper Bellows Support, Shock Absorber, Spacer
Axle, Control Arm, Anchor Plate, Eye Bolt
Frame Reinforcement, Axle Seat, Lower Bellows Support, U-bolts
Brake Lines, Fuel Tank, Battery, Engine
What are you required to do during a CDL Vehicle Inspection Test?
Perform a seven-step inspection method on your vehicle
Explain to the examiner what you are inspecting and why
Drive the vehicle through a test course
Complete a written examination about vehicle parts
Which of the following is NOT listed as a step in the Seven-step Inspection Method?
Approaching the Vehicle
Check Engine Compartment
Review Vehicle Overview
Test Safety Signals
What is the purpose of the Vehicle Inspection Report according to the CDL Manual?
To record personal driving habits
To report any items that affect vehicle safety and certify the repair status
To log the number of hours driven
To track fuel consumption rates
What emergency equipment must vehicles be equipped with according to the CDL Manual?
A first aid kit and a flashlight
Fire extinguisher(s) and spare electrical fuses
A toolbox and spare tire
A GPS device and road flares
When checking the engine compartment during a vehicle inspection, what should you ensure about the parking brakes?
They are disengaged
They are engaged and the wheels chocked
They are replaced with new ones
They are covered to prevent dust accumulation
What should the oil pressure gauge read after the engine is started?
5-20 PSI
35-75 PSI
20-140 PSI
0-5 PSI
Which of the following should be checked for looseness, sticking, damage, or improper setting?
Steering wheel, clutch, accelerator
Horn, headlights, dimmer switch
Spare electrical fuses, fire extinguisher, tire changing equipment
Windshield wipers, mirrors, emergency phone numbers
What should you do if the oil pressure gauge indicates low, dropping, or fluctuating pressure?
Continue driving to monitor the gauge
Check the engine temperature for correlation
Stop immediately
Increase the engine's RPM
What is the purpose of checking mirrors and windshield according to the document?
To adjust the seat and steering wheel
To inspect for cracks, dirt, illegal stickers, or other obstructions to seeing clearly
To ensure the vehicle has enough fuel
To check the functionality of the headlights
Which emergency equipment should be checked for proper charge and rating?
Spare electrical fuses
Fire extinguisher
Red reflective triangles
Tire changing equipment
What should you check the safety belt for during the safety check?
That it is the correct color
That it is securely mounted, adjusts, latches properly, and is not ripped or frayed
That it is less than 5 years old
That it matches the interior of the vehicle
What is the first step to do when performing the 'Turn Off Engine and Check Lights' procedure?
Turn on the parking brake
Start the walk-around inspection
Check the vehicle's oil level
Clean the driver's door glass
During the walk-around inspection, what should you do after checking that low beams are working?
Check the condition of the tires
Push the dimmer switch and check that high beams work
Turn off the parking brake
Start the engine
What should be the condition of the front wheel on the left front side?
The front wheel should have custom rims
The front wheel should be clean and shiny
The front wheel should have no rim-missing, bent, broken studs, clamps, lugs, or any signs of misalignment
The front wheel should be of a specific color
What should be checked regarding the condition of the steering system?
It should be of the latest model
It should have no loose, worn, bent, damaged or missing parts
It should be cleaned every day
It should be tested for color consistency
What is the correct condition for the header board, if required?
It should be of a specific height
It should be a specific color
It should be adequate, secure, and free of damage
It should be less than 3 years old
What should be the condition of the curbside cargo compartment doors according to the Commercial Driver's License Manual?
They should be slightly open for easy access.
They should be in good condition, securely closed, latched/locked, and required security seals in place.
They should be in any condition as long as they can close.
They should be painted with reflective paint.
When checking the condition of wheels and rims, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a requirement?
No missing, bent, or broken spacers, studs, clamps, or lugs.
Tires should be of the same type, e.g., not mixed radial and bias types.
Tires should be evenly matched (same sizes).
All tires must be of the same color.
What should be checked regarding the suspension of the vehicle?
The paint and color of the suspension.
The condition of spring(s), spring hangers, shackles, and u-bolts.
The brand and model of the suspension parts.
The suspension should be lubricated with oil.
According to the manual, what is the correct color for side-marker lights and reflectors at the rear of the vehicle?
Blue and green.
Red at rear, others amber.
White and yellow.
Red and white.
What is the correct procedure for checking signal lights as per the manual?
Turn on all lights and then turn off only the signal lights.
Turn on the signal lights and then turn on the headlights.
Turn off all lights, then turn on stop lights and have a helper put on the brake pedal.
Turn off all lights, then turn on left turn signal lights.
What should you do before starting the engine as part of the vehicle inspection process?
Check for hydraulic leaks.
Secure all loose articles in the cab.
Set the parking brake.
Test service brake stopping action.
What is the purpose of testing the parking brake(s)?
To ensure the vehicle can reach a speed of five miles per hour.
To check the vehicle's speedometer accuracy.
To verify that the vehicle holds in place when the parking brake is applied.
To measure the vehicle's fuel efficiency.
During the trip, how often should drivers of trucks and truck tractors inspect the securement of the cargo?
Every 150 miles or every three hours.
After every trip.
Once at the beginning of the trip.
Every 50 miles or every one hour.
What can "pulling" to one side or the other during a service brake test indicate?
The brakes are in perfect working condition.
There is an issue with the cargo load distribution.
There may be a problem with the brake system.
The vehicle's alignment is correct.
What should you regularly check during a trip according to section 2.1.6?
Fuel level and oil temperature.
Instruments, air pressure gauge, and temperature gauges.
GPS location and route.
Cargo securement and tire pressure only.
According to the after-trip inspection and report section, what should you do every day regarding the vehicle's condition?
Make a written report.
Check the vehicle's paint and body for scratches.
Ensure the vehicle is clean for the next driver.
Refuel the vehicle and check oil levels.
What is the first step you should take when starting to move forward to prevent rolling back in a manual transmission vehicle?
Release the parking brake immediately.
Apply the parking brake until you have enough engine power.
Shift into a higher gear before moving.
Push the accelerator to the floor.
When accelerating a commercial vehicle, why is it important to speed up gradually?
To avoid damaging the coupling.
To test the vehicle's maximum speed.
To use less fuel.
To check the brakes' effectiveness.
What should you do if the drive wheels begin to spin?
Accelerate more to get traction.
Keep the accelerator steady.
Shift into a higher gear.
Take your foot off the accelerator.
When steering a commercial vehicle, what should you do if you hit a curb or pothole?
Maintain your grip and try to steer straight.
Release the steering wheel immediately.
Accelerate to pass the obstacle quickly.
Brake hard to reduce the impact.
What is the correct way to stop a vehicle with a manual transmission?
Push the clutch in after the vehicle has stopped.
Push the clutch in when you need to stop.
Keep the clutch engaged until the vehicle stops.
Apply the brakes without using the clutch.
When backing safely, why is it recommended to back and turn toward the driver's side?
It is easier to see the path of the vehicle.
It allows for faster backing.
It is the only way to back up straight.
It requires less use of mirrors.
What is the purpose of using a helper when backing a commercial vehicle?
To help steer the vehicle.
To signal when it is safe to stop.
To navigate through traffic.
To take over driving if necessary.
What is the basic method for shifting up in a vehicle with an unsynchronized manual transmission?
Release accelerator, press clutch, shift to neutral, release clutch, and press accelerator
Press accelerator, press clutch, shift to higher gear, release clutch, and press accelerator
Release accelerator, press clutch, shift to higher gear, release clutch, and press accelerator
Release accelerator, press clutch, shift to neutral, release clutch, shift to higher gear, and press accelerator
When should you downshift before starting down a hill?
When the tachometer indicates you are at the top of the rpm range
To ensure the brakes can maintain control without overheating
After you have already started descending the hill
Only when the vehicle is carrying a heavy load
What are the two ways of knowing when to shift up?
Using the tachometer and guessing the speed
Using the speedometer and the vehicle's weight
Using the tachometer and the speedometer
Using the engine sound and the vehicle's color
What is the purpose of retarders on some vehicles?
To increase the vehicle's speed
To help change gears more smoothly
To reduce the need for using your brakes thereby reducing brake wear and giving you another way to slow down
To improve fuel efficiency
Which type of transmission allows you to select a low range to get greater engine braking when going down grades?
Unsynchonized manual transmissions
Synchronized manual transmissions
Automatic transmissions
Auxiliary transmissions
Why should you back toward the driver's side?
To have a better view of the path
To make it easier for other drivers to see you
To reduce the noise from the vehicle
To prevent the vehicle from rolling forward
If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back?
When backing, why is it important to use a helper?
To help with navigation
To communicate with other drivers
To ensure all areas are monitored for safety
To control traffic
What's the most important hand signal that you and the helper should agree on?
Signal to stop
Signal to turn left
Signal to turn right
Signal to accelerate
What are the two special conditions where you should downshift?
True or False: Retarders keep you from skidding when the road is slippery.
True
False
What are the two ways to know when to shift?
What is the importance of looking far enough ahead while driving?
To plan your next rest stop
To ensure you have room to make these moves safely
To check for road signs
To adjust the mirrors
How far ahead should good drivers look while driving in the city?
1-2 seconds ahead
12-15 seconds ahead
5-10 seconds ahead
20-25 seconds ahead
What should you check regularly to avoid blind spots?
The vehicle's speed
The rearview mirror only
Both side mirrors and the rearview mirror
The vehicle's tires
What is one of the uses of mirrors when carrying open cargo?
To check for traffic lights
To watch for a flapping or ballooning tarp
To adjust the radio
To communicate with other drivers
When should you check your mirrors to make sure no one is alongside you or about to pass you?
Before a lane change
After signaling
After completing a lane change
All of the above
What is the purpose of checking your mirrors frequently when driving large vehicles with convex mirrors?
To ensure the traffic is far enough behind you
To make things appear smaller than they are
To avoid being surprised by another vehicle's sudden move
To adjust the radio
What are the three good rules for using turn signals?
According to the image, what is the field of vision using a convex mirror?
It provides a wider field of vision than flat mirrors
It makes everything appear larger than it actually is
It is used to reduce the vehicle's blind spots
It only shows a narrow field of vision directly behind the vehicle
What should you do to signal your intentions when driving for safety?
Use hand signals only
Honk the horn continuously
Signal with your intentions clearly
Flash your headlights
What should you do to warn drivers behind you when you are about to make a tight turn in a large vehicle?
Turn on your emergency flashers
Brake suddenly and sharply
Give drivers behind you warning by braking early and slowing gradually
Use your horn continuously
When should you use your emergency flashers if you must drive slowly?
At all times to alert following drivers
Only when driving in heavy traffic
When you are about to exit the highway
To alert following drivers if you are turning on your emergency flashers if it is legal. (Laws regarding the use of flashers differ from one state to another. Check the laws of the states where you will drive.)
Why should you not attempt to direct traffic when it is safe to pass?
It is considered rude to other drivers
You could be blamed and it could cost you many thousands of dollars
It is the responsibility of the police only
It can cause traffic jams
What should you do to help prevent accidents when it's not clear that other drivers see your vehicle?
Drive faster to get ahead of the traffic
Honk your horn continuously
Turn on your lights from low to high beam and back
Flash your emergency flashers quickly
What is the correct action to take when you pull off the road and stop?
Turn off all lights to save battery
Leave your headlights on
Turn on the four-way emergency flashers
Signal and wait for someone to assist you
Where should you place warning devices if you must stop on or by a one-way or divided highway?
Place warning devices 10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet toward the approaching traffic
Place warning devices directly behind your vehicle
Place warning devices at the front, middle, and back of your vehicle
Place warning devices only if you have them available
When you stop on a two-lane road carrying traffic in both directions or on an undivided highway, how far should the warning devices be placed from the front or rear corners to mark the location of the vehicle?
Within 5 feet of the front or rear corners
Within 10 feet of the front or rear corners
Within 50 feet of the front or rear corners
Within 100 feet of the front or rear corners
How far behind and ahead of the vehicle should you place warning devices on the shoulder or in the lane you stopped in?
50 feet
100 feet
150 feet
200 feet
What is the correct order of the stopping distance formula?
Reaction Distance + Braking Distance + Perception Distance
Perception Distance + Braking Distance + Reaction Distance
Perception Distance + Reaction Distance + Braking Distance
Braking Distance + Perception Distance + Reaction Distance
What is the average perception time for an alert driver according to the manual?
1/2 second
1/4 second
3/4 second
1 second
When should you use your horn according to the manual?
To let others know you're there and to help avoid a crash
To signal to others when you are changing lanes
To greet other drivers on the road
Whenever you feel like it to alert others of your presence
At 55 mph, what is the total minimum distance your vehicle will travel in ideal conditions, with everything considered, including perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance, before coming to a complete stop?
216 feet
142 feet
419 feet
61 feet
What should you do when driving on a wet road to double the stopping distance?
Increase speed by double
Reduce speed by half
Maintain the same speed
Increase following distance by double
What is the effect of vehicle weight on stopping distance?
Heavier vehicles require less stopping distance
Heavier vehicles require greater stopping distance
Vehicle weight has no effect on stopping distance
Lighter vehicles require greater stopping distance
What is the recommended action if you start hydroplaning?
Accelerate to regain traction
Brake hard to slow down the vehicle
Steer in the direction of the skid
Regain control by releasing the throttle and steering
How does the stopping distance change when you double your speed from 20 to 40 mph?
The stopping distance remains the same
The stopping distance is doubled
The stopping distance is quadrupled
The stopping distance is halved
What should you be especially careful about when the temperature is close to 32 degrees Fahrenheit?
Hydroplaning
Vehicle icing
Melting ice
Bridges being icy
What is the main reason drivers exceed speed limits according to the manual?
To get to their destination faster
Because they are not aware of the speed limit
To overtake other vehicles quickly
To save time, although it is not worth it
What increases the chance of a crash and makes driving more tiring?
Driving slower than other traffic
Driving at the speed of other traffic
Driving faster than the speed of other traffic
Driving with the flow of traffic
When driving in heavy traffic, what is the safest speed?
The speed limit
15 mph above the speed limit
The speed of other vehicles
As fast as the vehicle can go
What should you do before entering a curve to maintain control of the vehicle?
Accelerate to get through the curve quickly
Maintain your current speed
Slow to a safe speed
Brake sharply while in the curve
What is the most important objective when driving on downgrades?
To increase speed and get past the downgrade quickly
To maintain a speed that is not too fast for the total weight of the vehicle and cargo
To test the vehicle's brakes and handling
To overtake slower vehicles
What should you observe to decrease the risk of injury and death in roadway work zones?
The beauty of the construction work
The posted speed limits and road conditions
The workers and their activities
The time it takes to pass through the work zone
According to the manual, how far ahead should you look?
As far as your headlights reach
To the vehicle directly in front of you
Far enough to see the end of the road
Far enough to see the whole route
What are two main things to look for ahead?
Road signs and traffic lights
The condition of the road and vehicles
Traffic and road conditions
Pedestrians and cyclists
What is the most important space around your vehicle to manage while driving?
Space to the sides
Space behind
Space ahead
Space above
According to the Heavy Vehicle Formula, how many seconds of following distance should a 40-foot truck have at speeds below 40 MPH?
2 seconds
4 seconds
6 seconds
5 seconds
For a 50-foot truck traveling above 40 MPH, how many seconds of following distance is recommended?
4 seconds
5 seconds
6 seconds
7 seconds
What should you do if you are driving a 60-foot vehicle at speeds over 40 MPH?
Maintain a 4-second following distance
Maintain a 5-second following distance
Maintain a 6-second following distance
Maintain a 7-second following distance
When driving a heavy vehicle uphill, what should you do if a heavy load is slowing you down?
Speed up to keep up with traffic
Stay in the left lane
Stay in the right lane
Stop and wait for traffic to clear
What is the purpose of managing space around your vehicle according to the text?
To communicate with other drivers
To have a place to rest
To prevent accidents and have time to react
To follow legal regulations
When dealing with tailgaters safely in a large vehicle, what should you avoid doing to prevent quick changes in speed?
Increase your following distance
Speed up
Stay centered in your lane
Avoid quick changes
What is one of the dangers of traveling next to other vehicles?
You may be trapped when you need to change lanes
Strong winds may affect your vehicle
You may hit overhead objects
Tailgaters may follow you closely
