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Who must obtain a CDL?   show
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show Class A - Combination vehicles with a GCWR of 26,001 or more pounds Class B - Single Vehicles with a GCWR of 26,001 or more lbs.  
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What endorsements are available to CDL operators and what is their letter designation?   show
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What is the minimum tire tread depth on a CMV?   show
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Will broken leaf springs put a truck out of service (OOS) on a road side inspection?   show
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What are the 3 types of emergency equipment required on a CMV?   show
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What are the two main causes of tire fires on a CMV?   show
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What are two main items to check for when pre-tripping the wheels on a CMV?   show
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What is the safest way to begin a backing maneuver?   show
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When is the safest time to downshift when going downhill?   show
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show Use the vehicle lights and signals, along with eye contact, in order to communicate. If necessary, use the vehicle horn as well.  
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What is an effective way to find out if roads may be icing up?   show
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Is it always safe to travel at the maximum posted speed?   show
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show What is the most common type of turning accident in a CMV?  
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show You should always inspect your vehicle before starting your trip to look for any potential problems.  
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show Your vehicle should be inspected after the first 50 miles and also every 150 miles or every 3 hours.  
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Of the following, which are the most critical vehicle items you should check when doing an inspection?   show
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What is the correct amount of tread needed on your tires?   show
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What is the greatest amount of play that should be in your steering wheel?   show
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show It is important to maintain the same routine every time you preform a pretrip vehicle inspection because you are least likely to forget something.  
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What is a Vehicle Inspection Report?   show
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show No, this is not necessary.  
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show Spring leaves with more than 1/4 missing or broken  
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Should I check the level of my oils during a test?   show
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Of the following options, which are the most important to check for stickiness or looseness?   show
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What emergency equipment should you ensure to have with you in your cab?   show
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If the vehicle you are driving has hydraulic brakes, how do you test for leaks?   show
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Can a truck still be driven if a safety issue is found during insepection?   show
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show Damage check, cleaning, wiper/wiper arm check  
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show 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock  
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When should you check your mirrors when starting and completing a lane change?   show
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show What is a special condition in which you should downshift your vehicle?  
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show To help retain vehicle power and maintain vehicle control  
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show On wet, icy, or snow-covered roads  
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show Drivers should look ahead 12 seconds to 15 seconds or a quarter of a mile.  
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When you are parked along a divided highway, at what distances should you place your warning devices?   show
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In instances when you are parked on the side of the road and oncoming traffic cannot see you within 500 feet, where should you place warning devices?   show
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When is it recommended that you slow your speed by about half the normal amount?   show
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When driving in hot weather, how often should you check your tires?   show
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show The radiator system is under pressure and you can get burned.  
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How regularly should you check your cargo?   show
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show Gross Vehicle Weight  
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Where can you find a tire’s load?   show
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show Overloading a vehicle makes it more likely the vehicle will stall.  
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What is the most important reason for putting lighter cargo on top of heavier cargo when loading a truck?   show
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What is the purpose of blocking and bracing?   show
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show Strong enough to lift 1 1/2 the weight of the cargo  
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What is the main purpose of header boards?   show
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show Livestock  
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show When driving and loading  
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Which of the following is not a true statement regarding covered cargo?   show
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show Diamond  
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show Confused drivers — drivers who don’t understand how to drive a vehicle  
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show Vehicle and cargo weight, length and steepness of grade, road conditions, and weather  
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In relation to impaired driving, what does the acronym BAC stand for?   show
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show Find somewhere safe and suitable to stop and take a nap.  
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show Tires, cargo, fuel, electrical, exhaust systems, fire extinguisher  
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show Pull off the road.  
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You come upon an accident and somebody is severely injured. Which of the following should you not do?   show
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show Turning round a sharp corner  
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Which of the following will not correct a drive-wheel braking skid?   show
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What is the difference between a vehicle emergency and a traffic emergency?   show
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Which of these is not a sign of an impaired driver?   show
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show You should be able to hear a train approaching in your own approach to the tracks.  
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