Usually follows the rules of the road.

You should adjust your speed according to conditions.

You should always drive at the posted speed limit.

You should always drive slightly below the posted speed limit.

You should drive as fast as possible.

Arkansas CDL Double 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

A distracted driver:

Usually follows the rules of the road.
Usually has slowed perception.
Is a good person to follow.

Q.2

What does the trailer air supply control look like?

It is a square blue knob.
It is a triangular yellow knob.
It is an eight-sided red knob.
It is a circular orange knob.

Q.3

The service brake system:

Applies and releases the brakes when you press the brake pedal while driving normally.
Applies and releases the parking brakes.
Applies and releases the emergency brake.
Applies and releases the axle brake.

Q.4

Cargo inside a trailer:

Does not need to be secured.
Should be stacked no more than three feet high.
Should be secured to prevent movement.
Should be loaded with the heaviest items on top of lighter items.

Q.5

When driving:

You should always drive at the posted speed limit.
You should always drive slightly below the posted speed limit.
You should adjust your speed according to conditions.
You should drive as fast as possible.

Q.6

When parking a double or triple, you should:

Choose a spot that allows you to back up when exiting.
Choose a spot that allows you to pull forward when exiting.
Not be concerned with the location.
Choose a parking lot with a lot of tight corners.

Q.7

To avoid a collision with a hazard on the roadway:

You should always try to stop.
Swerving may be a safer option than stopping.
You should never swerve.

Q.8

To make a stop in a vehicle using air brakes, the driver should:

Press down the brake pedal.
Lift the brake pedal toward them.
Push in the brake knob.
Pull out the brake knob.

Q.9

Having anti-lock brakes on only one axle:

Will not make a difference in braking.
Will provide increased control in braking.
Will likely cause the air brakes to malfunction.

Q.10

Placards should be used:

Any time a vehicle is carrying hazardous materials.
If there is open space in the truck.
If the amount of hazardous materials in the truck exceeds 200 pounds.
If the hazardous materials create an inhalation hazard.

Q.11

If approaching a vehicle with a distracted driver, you should:

Quickly pass the vehicle.
Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle.
Closely follow the vehicle.

Q.12

When driving a bobtail tractor, you should be aware that:

Bobtails stop very easily.
Bobtails cannot drive as fast as tractors with semitrailers.
Bobtails are more difficult to stop than tractors with semitrailers.
Bobtails are illegal in most states.

Q.13

Brakes can get out of adjustment quickly, especially:

If they are hot.
In the winter time.
If they are used frequently.

Q.14

After a vehicle is started, warning lights and buzzers:

Should stay on for several minutes.
Should turn off within a few seconds.
Should stay on until manually turned off.

Q.15

When the wheels of a trailer lock up:

The trailer will be drivable.
The trailer may swing around.
The vehicle will maintain steering.

Q.16

Eating while driving:

Is a good way to maximize time.
Is encouraged on long trips.
Creates a distraction for the driver.
Is mandatory so cargo is not left unsupervised.

Q.17

When passing another vehicle, you should:

Make eye contact with the driver.
Assume the other driver doesn't see you.
Honk your horn.
Not use a turn signal.

Q.18

When connecting a converter dolly to a second trailer, the trailer height should be ____ the center of the fifth wheel.

Level with
Slightly higher than
Slightly lower than

Q.19

An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS):

Cannot be used with air brakes.
Should be used on dry pavement.
Can assist in maintaining control when braking.
Should only be used if all axles have ABS.

Q.20

During a pre-trip inspection, belts should be:

Loosened.
Checked for tightness.
Scrubbed clean.
Left alone and not inspected.