Vermont CDL Permit Test 2023 with complete solution
Why is it important to do a pre-trip inspection
For the safety of you and others on the road
What are some things to check during a trip
Tires, Mirrors, Pressure gauges,Instruments,lights,Ammeter/voltmeter,cargo and cargo
covers, Air pressure gauges, temp gauges
What are the key steering parts in a truck?
Tie rod, Power steering cylinder, spindle, drag link, gear box, steering knuckles, Pittman
arm, hydraulic fluid reservoir, steering wheel, steering shaft, steering arm
What are some suspension system defects?
Broken leaves, leaking shock Absorbers, Missing or damaged parts.
What are three kinds of emergency equipment must you have at all times?
Three red reflective triangles, extra fuses and a Fire extinguisher.
What is the minimum tread depth for the front tires
4/32"
What is the minimum tread depth on all other tires (not the front)
2/32"
What are some things to check on the front of your vehicle on a trip inspection?
Condition of front axle,Steering system, Wipers, Windshield, Lights and reflectors, Turn
signals, parking and clearance lights, Missing or broken parts
What is the proper color for front turn signals?
Amber or White
What are the correct color for clearance lights
Amber on front
What should wheel bearing seals be checked for
leaking
How many reflective triangles must you have?
Three
How do you test hydraulic breaks
Pump break pedal three times hold it for five seconds if it moves at all there could be a
leak.
Why should you put the starter key in your pocket when you get put of the truck
to do your inspection?
So no one gets in the truck and drives/moves it while you re under it inspecting it.
DO you have to wear a seat belt at all times while operating a CMV
by law yes you need to>
Can you send text messages while driving a CMV
No it is against the law in The state of Vermont to use a handheld device if you have to
press more then one button
What does it mean when your breaks pull to one side?
Could lead to break failure or mean the breaks are fading. get truck serviced before use.
Why should you back to the driers side?
Because you can see easier out of the driver side mirror of the back of the trailer.
Why is using a helper important when backing up
To help guide you because it is hard t see behind the trailer
, What is the most important hand signal you and your help need to agree on?
Stop
True
Engine retarders could cause you to lose control on slippery roads
When should you downshift?
Before going down hill or around a corner.
What are two ways to know when to shift?
increase of engine RPMS and The posted speed limit
How Far ahead should you look while driving?
12-15 seconds
How should mirrors be adjusted
So you can see part of the vehicle.
How sould you warn drivers that you are slowing down?
Tap your break pedals a few times.
How far apart should you place triangles on a one way divided highway?
10, 100 and 200 feet from the vehicle.
Where should triangles be placed on a two way divided highway?
100 feet in front of the truck and 10 and 100 feet behind
Where should triangles be placed on a corner
100' and 500' make sure one is around the bend or on the incline so drivers know your
there>
Why would you use your horn?
to alert drivers where you are.
What three things is stopping distance consist of?
Perception Distance+reaction Distance+Braking distance
What is perception distance?
The distance your vehicle travels, in ideal conditions, from the time your eyes see a
hazard until your brain recognizes it
What is Reaction Distance?
The distance your vehicle travels between the time you recognize a problem and the
time you apply the brakes
What is Braking distance?
The distance your car travels after you apply the brakes
What is black ice
a thin layer of ice that you can see the road through
Empty trucks require more stopping distance then loaded ones
True
What are two things to look ahead for?
Break lights and turning vehicles
If you g twice as fast will your stopping distance increase by two or four times
Four times
What does communicating mean in safe driving
signaling your intentions
What is hydroplaning
tires water skiing on the road
What is the heavy vehicle formula for timed interval following distance?
Why is it important to do a pre-trip inspection
For the safety of you and others on the road
What are some things to check during a trip
Tires, Mirrors, Pressure gauges,Instruments,lights,Ammeter/voltmeter,cargo and cargo
covers, Air pressure gauges, temp gauges
What are the key steering parts in a truck?
Tie rod, Power steering cylinder, spindle, drag link, gear box, steering knuckles, Pittman
arm, hydraulic fluid reservoir, steering wheel, steering shaft, steering arm
What are some suspension system defects?
Broken leaves, leaking shock Absorbers, Missing or damaged parts.
What are three kinds of emergency equipment must you have at all times?
Three red reflective triangles, extra fuses and a Fire extinguisher.
What is the minimum tread depth for the front tires
4/32"
What is the minimum tread depth on all other tires (not the front)
2/32"
What are some things to check on the front of your vehicle on a trip inspection?
Condition of front axle,Steering system, Wipers, Windshield, Lights and reflectors, Turn
signals, parking and clearance lights, Missing or broken parts
What is the proper color for front turn signals?
Amber or White
What are the correct color for clearance lights
Amber on front
What should wheel bearing seals be checked for
leaking
How many reflective triangles must you have?
Three
How do you test hydraulic breaks
Pump break pedal three times hold it for five seconds if it moves at all there could be a
leak.
Why should you put the starter key in your pocket when you get put of the truck
to do your inspection?
So no one gets in the truck and drives/moves it while you re under it inspecting it.
DO you have to wear a seat belt at all times while operating a CMV
by law yes you need to>
Can you send text messages while driving a CMV
No it is against the law in The state of Vermont to use a handheld device if you have to
press more then one button
What does it mean when your breaks pull to one side?
Could lead to break failure or mean the breaks are fading. get truck serviced before use.
Why should you back to the driers side?
Because you can see easier out of the driver side mirror of the back of the trailer.
Why is using a helper important when backing up
To help guide you because it is hard t see behind the trailer
, What is the most important hand signal you and your help need to agree on?
Stop
True
Engine retarders could cause you to lose control on slippery roads
When should you downshift?
Before going down hill or around a corner.
What are two ways to know when to shift?
increase of engine RPMS and The posted speed limit
How Far ahead should you look while driving?
12-15 seconds
How should mirrors be adjusted
So you can see part of the vehicle.
How sould you warn drivers that you are slowing down?
Tap your break pedals a few times.
How far apart should you place triangles on a one way divided highway?
10, 100 and 200 feet from the vehicle.
Where should triangles be placed on a two way divided highway?
100 feet in front of the truck and 10 and 100 feet behind
Where should triangles be placed on a corner
100' and 500' make sure one is around the bend or on the incline so drivers know your
there>
Why would you use your horn?
to alert drivers where you are.
What three things is stopping distance consist of?
Perception Distance+reaction Distance+Braking distance
What is perception distance?
The distance your vehicle travels, in ideal conditions, from the time your eyes see a
hazard until your brain recognizes it
What is Reaction Distance?
The distance your vehicle travels between the time you recognize a problem and the
time you apply the brakes
What is Braking distance?
The distance your car travels after you apply the brakes
What is black ice
a thin layer of ice that you can see the road through
Empty trucks require more stopping distance then loaded ones
True
What are two things to look ahead for?
Break lights and turning vehicles
If you g twice as fast will your stopping distance increase by two or four times
Four times
What does communicating mean in safe driving
signaling your intentions
What is hydroplaning
tires water skiing on the road
What is the heavy vehicle formula for timed interval following distance?
