Illinois CDL Tank 1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

When steering to avoid a crash, you should:

Only use one hand to steer.
Keep both hands on the steering wheel.
Not use your mirrors to check other lanes.
Speed up as you get nearer to the hazard.

Q.2

When approaching a railroad crossing, you should:

Increase your speed to get across the tracks as quickly as possible.
Roll your window down to listen for a train.
Rely on traffic control signals.
Never try to outdrive an approaching train.

Q.3

If you realize you may be running late to your destination, you should:

Drive faster.
Drive while using flashing lights so other road users move out of your path.
Drive at a safe speed and arrive when you arrive.
Get upset.

Q.4

When backing up to couple a trailer, you should position the tractor:

At a 90-degree angle in front of the trailer.
Directly in front of the trailer.
At a 30-degree angle in front of the trailer.
At a 60-degree angle in front of the trailer.

Q.5

If coolant has to be added to a system without a recovery tank, you should:

Keep the vehicle running while adding coolant.
Open the radiator cap quickly.
Not use gloves to touch the radiator cap.
Wait for the engine to cool before adding coolant.

Q.6

If you must make a quick stop while transporting liquids, one safe option is to:

Turn while braking.
Apply the emergency brake.
Apply the brakes with minimal pressure.
Use the stab braking method.

Q.7

Hydraulic brakes can fail due to:

A loss of pressure.
Cold weather.
Driving uphill for long periods of time.
Grooves in the roadway.

Q.8

Which condition increases a tank's stopping distance?

A dry road
A loaded tank
An empty tank
Cloudy weather

Q.9

If confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:

Try to get out of their way.
Avoid making eye contact.
Ignore their hand gestures.
All of the above.

Q.10

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.11

Your engine runs a pump used during the delivery of compressed gas. After delivery, you should turn off the engine ____ unhooking the hoses.

Before
After
While
Either before or after

Q.12

After connecting the air lines to the trailer while coupling, you should:

Supply air to the trailer.
Chock the wheels.
Inspect the fifth wheel.
Connect the electrical cord.

Q.13

To distinguish between hazardous and non-hazardous materials on a shipping paper:

The hazardous materials should be listed at the bottom of the paper.
The hazardous materials should be listed at the top of the paper.
The hazardous materials should be highlighted in the same color as the non-hazardous materials.
The non-hazardous materials should be marked with an "X."

Q.14

Poisonous fumes can enter the cab due to:

A defective exhaust system.
The wrong type of fuel being used.
A lack of oil in the engine.
Under-inflated tires.

Q.15

A loss of air pressure in the emergency line will cause:

The service brakes to activate.
The tractor protection valve to close.
The rear trailer to detach from the combination.
The suspension springs to extend.

Q.16

Which of the following is not a warning sign of fatigue?

Frequent blinking
Rubbing your eyes
Missing exits or traffic signs
Staying within your lane

Q.17

A person should not smoke within ____ of a vehicle placarded for Class 3 or Division 2.1 materials.

10 feet
25 feet
100 feet
1,000 feet

Q.18

When changing lanes, you should:

Move quickly, before other vehicles can enter into the lane.
Move slowly in case another vehicle is in the lane.
Not use a turn signal.
Avoid the right lane.

Q.19

____ identical placards must be placed on a vehicle transporting hazardous materials.

One
Two
Three
Four

Q.20

If a driver begins to feel fatigued while driving, they should:

Continue driving.
Drink coffee.
Stop and rest.
Drive faster to finish the trip more quickly.

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