General Knowledge 3 Quiz – Brewsterstransport

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Created on October 30, 2023

General Knowledge 3

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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?

A) Signal other drivers when it is safe for them to pass you.

B) Stay to the right.

C) Turn on your flashers if it is legal to do so.

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It takes the body about _____ hours to get rid of the alcohol in four drinks.

A) 6

B) 2

C) 4

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Implied consent means that when you operate a CMV on public roads, you

A) consent to have your vehicle inspected for alcohol.

B) .understand that you may now drink alcohol before driving.

C) consent to be tested for alcohol in your blood

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If your brakes get wet on a rainy day, what can result?

A) Excessive brake wear

B) Hydroplaning

C) Reduced braking power

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The best way to stop all skids is to

A) use stab or controlled braking.

B) counter steer and accelerate.

C) restore traction to the tires.

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Optional safety equipment may include emergency phone numbers, tire chains, and

A) tire changing equipment.

B) a charged fire extinguisher.

C) warning devices.

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One can recognize hazardous materials by looking at the container's

A) color.

B) label.

C) shape.

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Which of the following is true about a vehicle with a high center of gravity?

A) The vehicle is less likely to tip over.

B) The vehicle is less dangerous on curves.

C) The cargo should be rearranged so that the heaviest parts of the cargo are under the lightest parts.

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ou are driving a new truck with a manual transmission. To take a long, steep downhill grade,

A) use a lower gear than you would use to climb the hill.

B) use the same gear you would use to climb the hill.

C) shift into neutral and coast.

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To prevent brake fade, you should

A) coast down hills that are not very steep inclines

B) .apply constant hard pressure on the brakes.

C) select a gear that will keep your vehicle at a safe speed on steep downgrades.

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Trucks and buses are subject to certain laws, restrictions, and regulations. Which of these statements is true?

A) Laws and restrictions can vary from place to place

B) Federal regulations apply only to trucks and buses driven at least 50 miles on a trip.

C) .County and city laws do not apply to trucks and buses engaged in interstate commerce.

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If you must stop on a road or the shoulder of any road, you must put out your emergency warning devices within

A) fifteen minutes.

B) ten minutes.

C) five minutes.

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What should you do before driving if you are sleepy?

A) Drink some coffee.

B) Get some sleep.

C) Take some caffeine pills.

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When you are passing another vehicle, pedestrian, or bicyclist, you should assume that they

A) may move into your traffic lane.

B) see you.

C) will move out of your lane of traffic.

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When inspecting mirrors and windshields for cracks, dirt, illegal stickers, and other obstructions to your vision, you should

A) look in the mirror to see if you look good.

B) not worry about any of it.

C) clean and adjust as necessary.

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What is the proper way to hold the steering wheel?

A) Firmly, with one hand at the top of the wheel and the other hand at the bottom of the wheel

B) Firmly, with both hands-on opposite sides of the wheel

C) With your right hand on the wheel

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What does "communicating" mean in safe driving?

A) Using hand signals

B) Driving brightly colored vehicles

C) Letting other drivers know you're there

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When a doctor prescribes medication for you and you know you will be driving, you should

A) ask the doctor if the medication will affect your ability to drive

B) .take the medication but stop taking it if you notice it is affecting your driving.

C) take the medication as well as other medications to keep you alert.

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When driving in an area with few streetlights on a clear night, if you cannot see well with your headlights, you should

A) .turn your interior lights on.

B) find another route that is better lit

C) use your high beams when legal and keep your interior lights off.

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When you're driving in cold weather, your tires must

A) have at least 6/32-inch tread depth.

B) have at least 4/32-inch tread depth.

C) provide enough traction to steer and push the vehicle through snow.

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What should you do if a car coming toward you at night keeps its high beams on?

A) Look toward the right edge of your lane or the right edge of the road.

B) Flash your high beams at the other driver.

C) Slow down and look straight ahead in your lane.

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Which of these is especially true about your tires in hot weather?

A) You should bleed a small amount of air to keep tire pressure steady

B) .If a tire is too hot to touch, you should hose it down with water.

C) You should check tire mounting and air pressure before driving

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What's the safest way to use turn signals when you intend to turn?

A) Do both of the above.

B) Signal well in advance of the turn.

C) Signal continuously up through the turn.

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Name some suspension system defects.

A) Broken leaves in a leaf spring and a cracked or broken spring hanger

B) Leaking shock absorbers

C) Both of the above

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Which of these is NOT something you should do if your headlights are not working properly?

A) Adjust the headlights.

B) Clean the headlights.

C) Leave your high beams on.

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When getting in to start the engine and inspect inside the cab, you must

A) Both of the above

B) make sure the parking brake is on and put the gearshift in neutral (or park if automatic).

C) start the engine and listen for unusual noises

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With a BAC of _____, most people lose consciousness, and some die.

A) 0.4

B) 0.1

C) 0.16

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What does "axle weight" mean?

A) Both of the above

B) The weight transmitted to the tires from the axle

C) The weight transmitted to the ground by one axle or one set of axles

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Which of these statements is NOT true about bad weather driving conditions?

A) When the temperature drops, bridges will freeze before roadways.

B) As rain continues, the road becomes more slippery than it was when the rain began.

C) Driving conditions become more dangerous as the temperature rises to the point where ice begins to melt.

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Which of the following statements is true?

A) Many heavy vehicle accidents occur between midnight and 6 a.m

B) Most people are more alert at night than during the day.

C) .Most hazards are more easily seen at night than during the day.

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Which of these is NOT a good rule to follow when caring for the injured at an accident scene?

A) Allow injured persons to become chilled or overheated.

B) Move severely injured persons if there is a danger due to fire or passing traffic.

C) If a qualified person is helping them, stay out of the way unless asked to assist.

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Which of these statements is true about warning other drivers of a stopped vehicle?

A) Put out your emergency warning devices within five minutes.

B) .Move the rear reflective triangle back if the driver's vision is obscured to within 500 feet.

C) Keep the vehicle's taillights on to warn other drivers

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Which of these statements is NOT true about engine belts in hot weather?

A) Cracking is likely to occur, but it is not a safety threat.

B) You can check the tightness of belts by pressing on them.

C) Loose belts will not turn the water pump and/or fan on properly.

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Which of these statements is true about other drivers?

A) Mail or delivery truck drivers do not pose a hazard.

B) Drivers using turn signals can be trusted to turn in the direction they indicate.

C) Short-term or daily rental truck drivers are often not used to the limited vision and pose a hazard.

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Which of these statements is true about medicines used to treat the common cold?

A) They often make you sleepy. Therefore, they should not be used while driving.

B) They can be used while driving as long as you only take half the regular dose.

C) They should only be used when driving during the daytime.

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Which of these is NOT required knowledge for drivers needing a HAZMAT endorsement?

A) When to use placards

B) Basic chemistry

C) Which products can be loaded together

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Which of these statements about speed management is true?

A) On packed snow, you should reduce your speed by about 1/2.

B) Both of the above answers are true.

C) On a wet road, you should reduce your speed by about 1/3.

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Which of these tells you that cargo contains hazardous materials?

A) A hazardous materials placard is on the vehicle.

B) Both of these answers are correct.

C) There is a four-inch, diamond-shaped hazardous materials label on the container.

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On which fires can you use the ABC fire extinguisher?

A) Both of the above

B) Electrical fires

C) Burning tires or cloth

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When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

A) Before and after signaling the change

B) Both of the above

C) After starting and after completing the lane change

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Which of the following violations at railroad crossings can lead to loss of your CDL for at least 60 days?

A) Not having sufficient space to drive all the way through without stopping

B) Both of the above

C) Getting stuck on the tracks because of insufficient clearance

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You do not have a Hazardous Materials Endorsement on your commercial driver's license. You can drive a vehicle hauling hazardous materials when

A) someone who has the Hazardous Materials Endorsement rides with you

B) .the vehicle does not require placards.

C) the cargo will be transported less than 100 miles.

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When you check the condition of visible parts during your pre-trip inspection, make sure that the ___________ are secured against snagging, rubbing, or wearing.

A) frame and cross member

B) primary and secondary safety cab locks

C) sair lines and electrical wiring

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What effects can wet brakes cause?

A) Your foot can get tired.

B) Brakes can grab or become weak.

C) Brakes can work better.

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Truck escape ramps:

A) Cannot be used by certain types of heavy vehicles

B) Should not be used unless you have first tried all other ways to save your vehicle after brake failure on a downgrade

C) Are designed to protect vehicles from damage

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A vehicle is loaded with very little weight on the drive axle. What may result:

A) Poor traction

B) A need to disconnect the steering axle brakes

C) Better handling

D) Damage to drive axle tires

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The distance that you should scan ahead in a congested area is about?

A) 32 feet

B) One block

C) Two Vehicle lengths ahead

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Is it legal to drive with one-fourth of a vehicle's leaf springs broken or missing?

A) Yes

B) It doesn't make any difference if you drive slowly

C) No

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While driving, ice builds up on your wipers and they no longer clean the windshield. You should:

A) Keep driving, and turn your defroster on

B) Pull over in a safe place and remove the ice

C) Keep driving, and reach out the window and knock the ice off

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