Have a fire extinguisher and other emergency equipment.

Not have a fire extinguisher, unless it is being used to transport hazardous materials.

Not have a fire extinguisher, unless it will be traveling through remote areas.

Is a concern whether or not passengers are visible.

Is not a cause for concern since it is stopped.

Is only a concern if passengers are exiting the bus.

Alaska CDL Double 1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

When using a mirror, you should:

Look quickly at the mirror.
Stare at the mirror for a long time.
Use only the driver’s side mirror.

Q.2

When applying your brakes, the vehicle should:

Pull to one side.
Squeak.
Not pull to either side.

Q.3

A jogger wearing a stereo headset:

Is probably aware of what is happening around them.
May not be aware of what is happening around them.
Can hear the sounds of traffic.

Q.4

Bridges usually freeze:

Only once temperatures drop significantly below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
After all other surfaces.
Before other surfaces.

Q.5

An example of required emergency equipment is:

A spare electrical fuse.
A loud horn.
A battery-operated flashlight.

Q.6

Pre-trip inspections are:

Recommended.
Needed only for trips longer than 100 miles in length.
Required by law.

Q.7

A commercial motor vehicle driver:

May use any cell phone while driving.
May only use a hands-free cell phone while driving, if permitted.
May only use a cell phone while driving on rural roads.

Q.8

In a vehicle with dual air brakes, a leak in one system ____ the second system.

Will always affect
May not affect
Is caused by

Q.9

A CMV should:

Not have a fire extinguisher, unless it is being used to transport hazardous materials.
Not have a fire extinguisher, unless it will be traveling through remote areas.
Have a fire extinguisher and other emergency equipment.

Q.10

Which of the following is not a sign of bad brakes?

Pads free of oil or grease
Shoes with oil or grease on them
Shoes worn thin

Q.11

To use the controlled braking method, you should:

Lock your wheels while braking.
Apply your brakes as firmly as possible without locking the wheels.
Slightly tap the brakes.

Q.12

If you are braking on dry pavement while traveling at 55 mph, how much distance will brake lag add to your overall stopping distance?

32 feet
45 feet
20 feet

Q.13

As part of the vehicle inspection test, you will be asked to:

Explain what you would inspect and why.
Replace an electrical fuse.
Unload the trailer.

Q.14

What kind of force do emergency brakes use?

Air pressure
Mechanical
Heavy

Q.15

You should maintain at least ____ of following distance per every 10 feet of your vehicle when you are traveling more slowly than 40 mph.

One second
Two seconds
Three seconds

Q.16

When it is difficult to see other vehicles, such as at dawn or dusk, you should:

Keep your lights off.
Turn your lights on.
Drive on the shoulder.

Q.17

What kind of brakes do most newer heavy-duty trucks use?

Single air brakes
Dual air brakes
Triple air brakes

Q.18

A stopped bus:

Is not a cause for concern since it is stopped.
Is only a concern if passengers are exiting the bus.
Is a concern whether or not passengers are visible.

Q.19

Placards should be used:

Any time a vehicle is carrying hazardous materials.
When there is extra space on a truck.
Only when the amount of hazardous materials on a truck exceeds 200 pounds.

Q.20

After a tire has been changed, the driver should stop after a short distance of driving to:

Recheck the tightness of the lug nuts.
See if rocks have gotten into the tread.
Polish the tire.