Are not a concern in dry weather.

Freeze before other road surfaces.

Freeze, but only once the temperature drops significantly below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Freeze after other road surfaces freeze.

Have heaters to prevent them from freezing.

Should only be done in poor weather.

Connecticut CDL Passenger 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

When checking the power steering fluid during a vehicle inspection, you will need to do each of the following, except:

Show where the power steering fluid dipstick is located.
Check for adequate power steering fluid.
Ensure that the power steering fluid level is above the full mark.
Ensure that the power steering level is above the refill mark.

Q.2

Bent lock rings:

Are acceptable.
Are not a concern in dry weather.
Are dangerous.
Can lengthen tire life.

Q.3

When driving on a wet road, you should reduce your speed by:

About one-half.
About one-third.
About one-quarter.

Q.4

When stopping a manual transmission vehicle, you should:

Push the clutch in when the engine is close to idle.
Push the clutch out when the engine is close to idle.
Shift into neutral when the engine is close to idle.

Q.5

A bus driver does not need to stop when approaching:

A raised drawbridge.
A streetcar crossing.
A railroad crossing.
A stop sign.

Q.6

Cargo inside a trailer:

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

Q.7

Rust around wheel nuts may mean:

It has rained recently.
The nuts could be loose.
The tires should be replaced.

Q.8

Texting while driving is:

Allowed if you are contacting your employer.
Allowed when driving on rural roads.
Not allowed.

Q.9

When inspecting a power steering-equipped vehicle, you should be sure that:

The fluid is at the proper level.
The hoses are connected to the battery.
The hoses do not contain any fluid.
Only small leaks are present.

Q.10

An example of mandatory emergency equipment is:

A supply of spare electrical fuses.
A loud horn.
A battery-operated flashlight.
A supply of fireworks.

Q.11

To ensure you do not interfere with traffic while driving a heavy vehicle, you should:

Switch gears while driving uphill.
Try to pass other vehicles while driving uphill.
Stay in the right lane.
Ride the brakes while driving downhill.

Q.12

After picking up passengers at a stop, a driver should:

Allow the passengers time to sit or brace themselves before beginning to drive.
Honk their horn and re-enter traffic.
Begin driving as quickly as possible.

Q.13

When inspecting your tires, you do not want to find:

Tire tread that is 4/32 of an inch deep.
Valve stems without damage.
Mismatched tire sizes.

Q.14

Bridges usually:

Freeze, but only once the temperature drops significantly below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
Freeze after other road surfaces freeze.
Freeze before other road surfaces.
Have heaters to prevent them from freezing.

Q.15

Suspension system defects may include all of the following, except:

Cracked or broken spring hangers.
Missing or broken leaves.
Leaking shock absorbers.
Cracked lights.

Q.16

If feeling sleepy while driving, you should:

Press on and finish the trip.
Drive faster to arrive to your destination sooner.
Leave the road and take a nap.
Take an energy pill.

Q.17

What does the vehicle inspection report do?

Inform the motor carrier about problems that may need fixing
Ensure that the vehicle is inspected regularly
Keep people accountable for inspecting the vehicle

Q.18

Blocking cargo:

Should never be done.
Should only be done in poor weather.
Prevents cargo from moving.

Q.19

Which of the following is acceptable if found during a pre-trip inspection?

Tires of mismatched sizes
Cracks in the tires
Tires manufactured by different makers

Q.20

After a vehicle is started, the engine oil pressure should come up to normal:

Within seconds.
Within five minutes.
Within three minutes.
After five minutes.