Maryland CDL Double 1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

Stopping distance can be affected by:

Speed.
Number of passengers.
Time of day.
Traffic.

Q.2

The trailer hand valve should be used:

To test the trailer brakes.
To check the connection between the trailer and tractor.
To accelerate.
To test the lights on the trailer.

Q.3

Which of the following is not a type of retarder?

Exhaust
Engine
Air
Electric

Q.4

If a vehicle is found to be over-length during a pre-trip inspection, the driver should:

Trim the length of the load.
Ask someone else to drive.
Ensure flags and lights indicating the oversize load are fastened securely.
Drive without making any changes.

Q.5

If a driver has stopped on the road and is placing triangles to warn other motorists:

The triangles should be held between the driver and oncoming traffic.
The triangles should be carried behind the driver's back to prevent them from being seen by other drivers until they are placed.
The triangles should be held as low as possible.

Q.6

Front brake limiting valves were intended to:

Prevent the front tires from skidding.
Prevent the front tires from overheating.
Create equal brake usage.
Remove uncertainty when applying the brakes.

Q.7

On trucks and buses, where are ABS malfunction lamps located?

On the driver’s door
On the instrument panel
On the outside of the vehicle by the passenger’s door
Under the hood

Q.8

The "crack-the-whip" effect is caused by:

Rearward amplification.
Driving below the speed limit.
Heavy traffic.

Q.9

If carrying a heavy load that is slowing you down, you should:

Drive in the left lane.
Drive in the right lane.
Drive on the shoulder.
Keep the vehicle in second gear.

Q.10

As part of a pre-trip inspection, you should look for all of the following, except:

Tires with too much air pressure.
Tires with too much wear.
Tires made by different manufacturers.

Q.11

If confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:

Stay in their path.
Make eye contact with the driver.
Make gestures at the driver.
Report the driver.

Q.12

A cardboard box on the road:

Is not considered a hazard.
Should be avoided by driving off the roadway.
Could damage vehicle parts.
Will improve tires' traction.

Q.13

When backing with a trailer, you should:

First turn the steering wheel in the direction of the turn.
First turn the steering wheel in the direction opposite of the turn.
Turn the wheel as sharply as possible.
Not use the brakes.

Q.14

The trailer hand valve:

Should always be used for parking.
Should only be used for parking on a downhill.
Should never be used for parking.
Should only be used when transporting cargo.

Q.15

When entering traffic, a large vehicle usually needs:

Less space than is needed for a car.
About the same amount of space as is needed for a car.
More space than is needed for a car.

Q.16

Which part of a combination vehicle is the most likely to turn over?

The tractor
The last trailer
All parts are equally as likely to turn over.

Q.17

When experiencing cold weather, be sure to check your vehicle's alcohol evaporator:

Every three hours.
Every day.
Every other week.

Q.18

How should you brake if your vehicle loses its ABS?

Brake normally.
Pump the brake repeatedly.
Push the brake pedal down as hard as you can.
Avoid using the brakes.

Q.19

When you need to brake, how can you warn drivers behind you?

Tap on the brakes a couple of times.
Stick your arm out the window.
Swerve within your lane.
Change lanes.

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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