Truck Driving Chapters 1-7 Questions and Answers

Truck Driving Chapters 1-7 Questions and Answers Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) The truck driving industry is subject to regulations from which of the following? All of the above The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) establish basic safety rules and standards for: Obtain a commercial leaner's permit (CLP) In order to obtain your commercial driver's license (CDL) you must first: Double/triple trailers Which of the following requires an endorsement on your CDL? Has only one current CDL According to the FMCSRs, you are qualified to operate a CMV if you: Leaving the scene of an accident Which of the following is considered a major disqualifying offense? Use during the eight hours following an accident, or until you undergo a post-accident test Prohibited alcohol use includes which of the following? All of the following Which of the following will result in you being removed from all safety-sensitive functions until you go through a return-to-duty process? Tractor What part of a combination vehicle is referred to as the "power unit?" National Network The federal size and weight limits apply to a national system of interstates commonly referred to as the: Start up and shut down the vehicle's engine A commercial motor vehicle's (CMV's) engine controls are used to: Starter button If your truck has a(n) blank you must first turn the engine key to the 'on' position before engaging it Disengaged Which clutch position is required to start the engine or shift gears? Parking brake control value Which of the following is a yellow, diamond-shaped knob that allows you to activate the parking brake? Assist you in safely operating your vehicle Secondary vehicle controls Seat belt If your CMV has a blank, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) say you must use it Voltmeter Which vehicle instrument measures the voltage in a vehicle's electrical system? 30-50 psi What is a normal operating range for a CMV's oil pressure gauge? Pyrometer warning light Which of the following warning devices help you to know when exhaust temperatures are abnormal? Low pressure warning alarm/light Which of the following warning devices indicates there is inadequate pressure in the air brake system? Conduct a thorough pre-trip inspection In order to put a commercial motor vehicle on the road, you must first: Verify the parking brakes have been set. Before you inspect the engine compartment and front axle components: 4/32 inch What is the minimum tread depth for the steer-tire? The brake shoes have at least a quarter-inch lining When inspecting the brake assembly, you should ensure: Whenever a change of duty status is made, every three hours, or 150 miles, whichever comes first After the initial 50-mile check, how often must you conduct additional on-the-road inspections of the cargo securement and securement devices? (Both A and B) A. If your load is sealed and you have been ordered not to open it B. If your vehicle is loaded in a way that makes cargo inspection impossible What is the only circumstance you are not required to inspect your cargo and load securing devices? At the end of every work day When is it appropriate to conduct a post-trip inspection? The same items as the pre-trip inspection except for things affected by heat What items should a post-trip inspection include? Whenever a defect or deficiency is discovered or reported When do the regulations require drivers of property-carrying CMV's to complete and sign a DVIR? Ensure that any items listed defective/deficient that may affect the safe operation of the vehicle were repaired If the previous driver found defects and noted them on a DVIR, what must you do before operating that vehicle again? Apply the parking brake What is the very first step you should take when starting a tractor-trailer engine? It varies based on engine type, nature of the trip, and cargo hauled What is the appropriate cool down period for a tractor-trailer engine? Your RPMs decrease When setting your tractor-trailer in motion, how can you tell the friction point of your clutch has been reached? Maintain enough brake pressure to keep the vehicle stationary After stopping your tractor-trailer: You feel the engine start to drag down When testing your tractor-trailer hook-up, pull gently against the locked trailer brakes and stop when: When the rear wheels follow a different path than the front wheels while making a turn What is off-tracking? Start in the rightmost lane What is essential for you to do when you're making a left turn in an intersection with multiple lanes? All of the above. The length of the on-ramp, The weight of your load, The on-ramp's degree of turn What factors will determine how much time is needed to get your vehicle up to speed to safely merge with oncoming traffic on an interstate? Stop, get out of your vehicle, and check your path What should you do if you are unsure what may be behind your vehicle while backing? Pull up, reposition the trailer, and start over What should you do if you cannot easily correct trailer drift (your vehicle is too far out of position) when backing your vehicle? Shift lever In a manual transmission, the blanks controls what gear the transmission is in. Upshift When your vehicle reaches the maximum speed for a gear, you must: The gears do not grind When double clutching is done correctly, and the RPMs are matched during the shift: Make it impossible to get into the next lower gear Downshifting early is a common error that may: Allow the vehicle to increase speed The purpose of upshifting is to: All of the above. Your entire tractor-trailer may jerk forward, Your drive wheels may lock up momentarily, You could lose control of your vehicle. Proper, smooth shifting is important because if you shift before your vehicle is ready: Downshift too early (causes the RPM's to jump up) What actions negatively impact your vehicle's fuel economy? The top gears automatically change in a semiautomatic transmission What is the primary difference between a manual and semiautomatic transmission? Lever or button What does an automatic transmission use to change gears? It will shift gears based on speed and load. With an autoshift transmission, if the transmission is in the drive position: It drifts to the left How does your trailer respond when you turn the wheel to the right while backing: Backing gives you limited visibility; you will always have a blind spot What is a key reason backing is so dangerous? GOAL: Get Out And Look What is the acronym commonly used to remember the safety check you should perform before backing? You must agree on all hand signals before beginning the maneuver If you can use a spotter when backing: Straight line backing Which of the backing techniques is fundamental in learning all other backing maneuvers? Backing while turning into a space that is 90 degrees to the truck What is the key characteristic to alley dock backing manuever? Both A and B. It should never be done without the assistance of a spotter. It is best to stop every few feet to check your clearance Which of the following statements regarding blind-side jackknife backing are true? Offset backing What backing maneuver should you use if the trailer did not wind up directly in front of the target? Unusual clearances around the dock and any nearby barriers What is something typically unique to loading dock areas you must watch out for when backing? Position of the entrances and exit When backing in a parking lot, take note of the: Create steering problems If your fifth wheel isnt greased properly, it can: All of the above. Suffer a serious leak when you apply the brakes. Increase your stopping distance. Drain out your air tanks. If your service line is loose or damaged, you'll: Both A and B. Push the trailer sideways. Damage/break the landing gear. Backing under your trailer at an angle can: As soon as you feel resistance from the trailer. When performing the tug test, when should you stop? Face the trailer, keep your feet apart, and rest one hand on the trailer. What is the safest way to lower and raise your trailer's landing gear in high gear? Bend at the knees, keep your legs and feet clear of the new tractor wheels, square yourself up with the handle, and pull straight out. How can you pull the fifth wheel release handle in a way that doesnt put yourself at risk of injury?