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You are driving a vehicle at 55 mph on dry pavement. About how much total stopping distance will you need to bring it to a stop?   show
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Which statement is true?   show
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Which of these is not a type of retarder?   show
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At speeds below 40 mph, you need at least _______ for each _______ of vehicle length.   show
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Where or when should you test the stopping action of your service brakes?   show
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show They may move into your traffic lane.  
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How many missing or broken leaves in any leaf springs will cause a commercial vehicle to be placed out of service?   show
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What is the first thing you should do if your brakes fail while going down a hill?   show
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show The length of a football field.  
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For the first offense of driving a commercial vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs you will loose your CDL for at least?   show
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For your safety, when setting out reflective triangles you should?   show
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The controlled braking method is used:   show
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show Keep injured person cool.  
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A key principle to remember about loading cargo is to keep the load:   show
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While driving, ice builds up on your wipers and they no longer clean the windshield. You should:   show
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Every time you leave your vehicle you should:   show
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You will be placed out-of-service for 24 hours if your blood alcohol concentrate is ?   show
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show Taking highway curves.  
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Which of these is true about other drivers ?   show
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Which of these statements about certain types of cargo is true?   show
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When a coolant container is part of a pressurized system, which of these is true?   show
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show With your hands placed on opposite sides of the wheel.  
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Your brakes get wet while driving through heavy rain. What can this cause when you apply the brakes?   show
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show Flashing your brake lights to get someone off your tail.  
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Which of these statements about a pre-trip inspection is true?   show
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Which of these statements about emergency steering is true?   show
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show Vehicle fish tail.  
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You can see a marking on a vehicle ahead of you. The marking is a red triangle with an orange center. What does the marking mean?   show
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show 10 feet, 100 feet, 200 feet toward approaching traffic.  
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show If a hill or curve keeps drivers behind you from seeing the vehicle with 500 ft. the rear reflective triangles should be moved back down the road to give adequate warning.  
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Retarders?   show
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show Pumping the brake pedal may bring the pressure up so you can stop the vehicle.  
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Optional safety equipment may include emergency phone numbers, tire chains and:   show
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show Make an early stop and sleep or pull off the road and take a nap.  
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show forward and backward liquid surge is reduced.  
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show Are often wider than other vehicles.  
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Merging into a roadway is safest:   show
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As the Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) goes up, what happens?   show
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show The vehicle does not require placards.  
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show The nature of the cargo makes a stop necessary under state and federal regulations.  
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Where must you keep shipping papers when transporting hazardous materials?   show
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show Brake shoes should not have oil or grease or brake fluid on them. 2.1.3-What to Look For -Bad Brake Drums or Shoes: Cracked drums. Shoes or pads with oil, grease, or brake fluid on them. Shoes worn dangerously thin, missing, or broken.  
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show A burning tire should be cooled with water.  
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show notify authorities.  
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show Stop driving as soon as you can safely do so.  
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show 1 year You will lose your CDL for at least one year for a first offense for: Driving a CMV if your blood alcohol concentration is .04% or higher.Driving any vehicle under the influence of  
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Which of these statements about speed management is true?   show
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When looking ahead of your vehicle while driving you should look:   show
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show Go straight ahead even if the steering wheel is turned.  
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show Valve clearance.  
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Which of these is especially true about your tires in hot weather?   show
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show The length of a football field.  
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show Should always be carried when driving in winter weather.  
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show If you need to tilt the cab, secure loose things so they do not fall and break something.  
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show The nature of the cargo makes it mandatory under State and Federal regulations.  
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To determine the blood alcohol content for a person it is necessary to know?   show
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show You must be extremely cautious, especially when starting and stopping.  
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show Sleep is the only thing that can overcome fatigue.  
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show 10 ft./ 100 ft. / 200 ft. toward approaching traffic.  
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show Avoid braking until your speed has dropped to about 20 mph.  
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show you should therefore check that you do not exceed gross weight and axle weight limits.  
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show You must balance your hours of service, to get enough sleep to keep you alert .  
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show 500 feet  
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You are driving a new truck with a manual transmission. What gear will you probably have to use to take a long, steep downhill grade?   show
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show Amount of fuel in the vehicle.  
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show Do not leak.  
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What should you do to maintain your engine cool in hot weather?   show
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According to the driver`s manual, why should you limit the use of your horn?   show
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show 4 seconds  
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show Hard steering and possible damage to the tires.  
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Heavy vehicles must sometimes travel more slowly than other traffic. Which of these is not a good rule to follow when you are driving such a vehicle?   show
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Over-length, over-width and overweight loads:   show
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You are checking your steering and exhaust system in a pre-trip inspection. Which problem should be fixed before the vehicle is driven?   show
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show Take short breaks before you get drowsy.  
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show When the temperatures drop bridges will freeze before the road begins to.  
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show Only when defects are noted that are certified to be repaired.  
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You must park on the side of a level, straight, two-lane road. Where should you place the reflective triangles?   show
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You are driving a 60-foot rig at 55 mph. How many seconds of space should you have between you and the vehicle ahead?   show
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When driving through work zones you should?   show
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show Use your 4-way flashers or brake lights to warn others.  
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If your vehicle is involved in an accident, try to:   show
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During an inspection of hydraulic brakes, you should pump the brake pedal three times then apply firm pressure to the pedal for five seconds. If the brakes are working properly the pedal should?   show
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Optional safety equipment may include emergency phone numbers, tire chains and?   show
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Cargo covers:   show
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To prevent brake fade you should:   show
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show Heavy vehicles need larger gaps in traffic than cars.  
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show Can make a vehicle more likely to tip over on curves if it is high.  
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You are driving on a two-lane road. An oncoming driver drifts into your lane and is headed straight for you. Which of these is most often the best action to take?   show
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Medicines used to treat the common cold ?   show
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Which do not provide extra gears on some trucks?   show
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Which of these is true about tire pressure?   show
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show Exhaust.  
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Which of these statements about brakes is true?   show
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A safety relief valve is installed in the first tank the air compressor pumps air to. The valve is usually set to open at what psi level?   show
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show At night, turn on your high beams before you start to pass and leave them on until you have completely passed the vehicle.  
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What is the term for a commercial vehicle habit of swinging wide on turns?   show
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show The coolant temperature gauge should begin to rise to normal.  
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show Where the rear of the vehicle is while making turns.  
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show If you have a CB radio, use it to notify the police before exiting your vehicle.  
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The distance that you should look ahead of your vehicle while driving at low speeds is about?   show
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To prevent brake fade you should?   show
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show Straight back.  
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show Flapping covers need not be tied down as long as the bulk of the cargo is covered.  
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Which of these should not be tested if the vehicle is stopped?   show
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Which of these statements about over head clearance is true?   show
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show The front, back, and/or sides of the cargo.  
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Which of these is a danger of crossing railroad tracks on dirt roads?   show
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Cargo that can shift should have at least ____ tie down(s).   show
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show Gently apply the brakes while driving through the water.  
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You should stop driving:   show
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show steering  
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The speed at which you drive should be determined by?   show
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If you are driving a long distance, you should:   show
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show A few beers have the same effect on driving as a few shots of whiskey or a few glasses of wine.  
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When coupling, if you park the trailer at an angle, _______.   show
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show Wait to change lanes until you are sure the car is not in your blind spot.  
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show Will often make you sleepy and thus should not be used while driving.  
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Which of these statements about brakes are true?   show
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show Increase following distance so you can avoid the need to make a quick change.  
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Extra care is needed to keep your vehicle centered in your line, because commercial vehicles?   show
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You are driving a 40-foot vehicle at 35 mph. The road is dry, and visibility is good. What is the least amount of space you should keep in front of your vehicle to be safe?   show
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show Use of drugs can lead to accidents and/or arrest.  
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You must stop on a hill or curve on a two-lane two-way road. How far back should you place reflective triangles?   show
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show Steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees.  
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Which of these is the proper way to signal to change lanes?   show
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If one-fourth of a multi-leaf spring is missing, which of the following is more likely to happen?   show
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show 5  
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If the roads are slippery you should?   show
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show Prescription drugs are allowed if the doctor says the drug will not affect safe driving ability.  
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You have fully charged air system (125). After turning off the engine and releasing the parking brake, what is the maximum leakage rates per minute for both single and combination vehicles?   show
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Which of these statements about double clutching and shifting is true?   show
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If you are not sure what to use to put out hazardous material fires, you should?   show
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Which of these statements about cold-weather driving is true?   show
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show You are about to exit the road and need to slow down.  
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Which of these is not part of the pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment.*   show
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show The interlock applies the brakes and holds the throttle in idle position when rear door is open.  
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A broken coolant hose while driving:   show
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show Vehicles with trailers, the trailer can push the towing vehicle side ways.  
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What is the best advice for drivers when a heavy fog occurs?   show
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show Refuse to haul the load.  
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Which of these is not a danger of rough acceleration?   show
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show stay as far away from the fire as possible.  
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When there is a vehicle fire, get your vehicle off the road and:   show
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show You must be aware of legal weight limits.  
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show Whenever you have to back.  
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show 500 feet  
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If your vehicle catches fire while you are driving, you should:   show
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show Shows a wider view than a flat mirror shows.  
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show A 4 inch diamond shape hazardous material label must be on the container.  
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show Firmly push down the pedal for 5 seconds and see if it moves.  
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When starting a bus on a level surface with good traction, there is often no need for:   show
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What is the term for a commercial vehicle's habit of swinging wide on turns?   show
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show Poor trailer ventilation can cause cargo to catch fire.  
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Backing up a commercial vehicle is?   show
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show Adjust your speed to keep your stopping distance within your sight distance.  
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What happens to tar and road pavement during hot weather?   show
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show Movement inside a parked car could mean that a person is about to step out of it.  
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show You should adjust your mirrors prior to starting your trip.  
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show Find another route that will not require driving under the object.  
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show The coolant temperature gauge should gradually begin to raise to normal.  
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show 1/4  
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show Are caused by going too fast, or trying to stop.  
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Which of the following should you not do if you suspect that one of your vehicle's tires has blown out?   show
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show Empty trucks could take longer to stop than if loaded but this is not normally the case for buses.  
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show Brush  
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show Two  
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show Cracking is likely to occur but it is not a safety threat.  
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show You can pull forward away from the curb.  
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show forward and backward liquid surge is reduced.  
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Which of these statements about turn signals is true?   show
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You are checking your tires for a pre-trip inspection. Which of these statements is true?   show
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When driving down a steep curve in the snow, you should:   show
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During the pre-trip inspection you should check the wheel bearing seals to determine they?   show
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show Heavy vehicles need larger gaps in traffic than cars.  
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show Wait for green light then proceed to make right turn, right turns on red lights for buses are not permitted in New York State.  
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show Release the accelerator & hold your position.  
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show You can pull forward away from the curb.  
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Which of these statements about managing space is true?   show
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Possession and/or use of drugs while on duty is prohibited by law except when:   show
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show Hazardous materials.  
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You are starting to move up a hill from a stop?   show
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In the event of a rear tire failure, dual rear tires:   show
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show Park on the side of the road.  
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The best drivers are those who watch and prepare for hazards. This is called being?   show
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When driving on grades which of these is the best way to choose a safe speed?   show
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Empty trucks but NOT buses:   show
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Merging into a roadway is safest when?   show
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If you are forced to return to the road before stopping on the shoulder the best procedure is:   show
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show Keep your speed slow enough that you can stop within the range of your headlights  
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If you have been driving for 10 hours how much sleep must you obtain before driving again?   show
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show All hazardous materials presents a health and safety threat.  
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show 12-15 seconds.  
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Which of these is not true about engine belts in hot water?   show
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show Any time you are in a moving vehicle.  
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show two hours or every 100 miles  
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Which of the following is an effect of drinking and driving?   show
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show You should adjust your mirror prior to starting your trip.  
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If your brakes fail on a downgrade you must first:   show
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When driving through work zones, you should:   show
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show If a hill or curve keeps drivers behind you from seeing the vehicle within 500 feet, move the rear reflective triangle back down the road to give adequate warning.  
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To find if a shipment included hazardous material, you should:   show
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You are driving a 40 foot vehicle at 50 miles per hour. The road is dry and visibility is good. What is the least amount of space that you should keep in front of your vehicle to be safe?   show
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show When you downshift for a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve.  
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show Headlights, brake lights, clearance lights.  
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show far and narrow view  
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show You downshift to a lower gear.  
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The total weight of a power unit, the trailer and the cargo is called:   show
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show In order to turn quickly you must have a firm grip on the steering wheel.  
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You should lightly apply your brakes to flash the brake lights if:   show
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Cargo inspections:   show
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A car suddenly cuts in front of you, creating a hazard. Which of these actions should you NOT take?   show
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What is counter steering?   show
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show Responding to hazard by slowing the vehicle.  
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When you are parked at the side of the road at night you must?   show
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show Use the parking brake to hold the vehicle until the clutch engages.  
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show Short circuits due to damaged insulation.  
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When approaching a bridge on a two-lane road you should:   show
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You should signal continuously while turning because?   show
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You are checking your steering and exhaust system in a pre-trip inspection. Which problem if found,should be fixed before the vehicle is driven?   show
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During a vehicle inspection, checking the __________will not help prevent fire?   show
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Which of these statements about, accelerating is true?   show
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According to the driver's manual, why should you limit the use of your horn?   show
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show drive a vehicle that carries hazardous materials if it does not require placards.  
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show Watch for on-coming traffic.  
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After checking cargo before trip start drivers of trucks & truck/tractor`s should check that all cargo is secure within the first ___ miles of the trip ?   show
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show Tire fires.  
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show You should inspect your tires every two hours or every 100 miles when driving in very hot weather.  
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show 4/32  
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show Rust around wheel nuts may mean that they are loose.  
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To go down a long, steep hill you should:   show
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show Special skills are required to haul liquid tanks.  
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show An empty truck is higher than a loaded truck.>  
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Which of these statements about driving in areas with strong winds is true?   show
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Placards must be?   show
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show That you have given your consent to be tested for alcohol in your blood.  
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Your truck is in a traffic emergency and may collide with another vehicle if you do not take action. Which of these is a good rule to remember at such a time?   show
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The parking brake should be tested while the vehicle is:   show
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Which of these statements about backing a heavy vehicle is not true?   show
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show You should avoid backing whenever you can.  
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You do not have a CB radio, what is the first thing you should do at an accident?   show
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Which of these is not true about braking in an emergency situation?   show
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Which of the,below is not characteristics of a front tire failure?   show
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show 35  
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The distance you should look ahead of your vehicle while driving amounts to about ____miles for highway speed?   show
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show Involves releasing the brakes only after the wheels lock up. pressure on the brake pedal without locking the wheels.  
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Bridge formulas?   show
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show Before entering a curve.  
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show Slowing down from high speeds too quickly.  
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The distance you should look ahead of your vehicle while driving at a low speed, should be at least?   show
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Brake 'fade':   show
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You are driving a 40 foot vehicle at 50 miles per hour. The road is dry and visibility is good. What is the least amount of space that you should keep in front of your vehicle to be safe?   show
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What should you do before driving in the mountains?   show
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If your brakes fail on a downgrade you must first?   show
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show Neither A Or B is correct.  
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You are stopped on an incline. How do you keep from rolling back?   show
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You are driving a heavy vehicle with a manual transmission. You have to stop the vehicle on the shoulder while driving on an uphill grade. Which of these is a good rule to follow when putting it back in motion up the grade?   show
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show Notify emergency services. Pull Off the Road. The first step is to get the vehicle off the road and stop. In doing so: Park in an open area, away from buildings, trees, brush, other vehicles, or anything that might catch fire.  
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The brake system that applies the use of the brakes when driver uses the brake pedal is the ______ brake system?   show
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show Help avoid a crash.  
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You are driving a bus or truck that can safely be driven at 55mph but traffic is heavy, moving at a speed of 35mph though the speed limit is 55mph. The safest speed for your bus or truck is most likely?   show
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How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?   show
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show Turn signals, brake lights, four-way flashers.  
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Which of these actions is not recommended for a left turn?   show
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show Do not turn more than you need to clear the hazard.  
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The space ______________ your vehicle is the most important to manage?   show
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Extra care is needed to keep your vehicle centered in your lane, because commercial vehicles?   show
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What would allow an engine to keep cool in hot weather?   show
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show If you need to tilt the cab, secure loose things so they do not fall and break something.  
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show Go straight ahead even if the steering wheel is turned.  
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show Air pressure in the tire increases with temperature.  
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The center of gravity of a load   show
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show Special skills are required to haul liquid tanks  
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Which of these is a danger of crossing railroad tracks on dirt roads?   show
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Which of these statements about speed management is true?   show
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show The front, back, and/or sides of the cargo.  
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Cargo covers:   show
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