Massachusetts CDL Double 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

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.2

If you are turning left where there are two available turning lanes:

It is better to take the rightmost lane.
It does not matter which lane you use.
It is better to take the leftmost lane.
You should use both lanes.

Q.3

Pull out the trailer air supply control, or set it in the "emergency" position, when testing:

The trailer emergency brakes.
The parking brake.
The trailer service brakes.
The landing gear.

Q.4

An open automobile window in cold weather may indicate that the driver is:

Driving impaired.
Inappropriately dressed.
Using the heat inside their vehicle.
Enjoying the fresh air.

Q.5

For safety purposes, when should you turn off a retarder?

When the roadways are slippery
When you are carrying a passenger
When you are carrying a heavy load
When driving in heavy traffic

Q.6

After starting the engine, oil pressure should reach a normal level:

Within a few seconds.
After about a minute.
After about four minutes.
Within 10 minutes of driving.

Q.7

When entering a foggy area, you should:

Stop on the side of the roadway.
Pass other vehicles.
Slow down.
Use your high beam headlights.

Q.8

If another driver is tailgating you, you should:

Move into the left lane.
Speed up.
Increase the space in front of your vehicle.
Flash your lights.

Q.9

During a static leakage test, the maximum leakage rate for a triple combination vehicle with air brakes is ____ in a minute.

3 psi
5 psi
7 psi
9 psi

Q.10

Drivers may use ____ red reflective warning triangles when their vehicle is stopped on the side of the road.

Two
Three
Five
Seven

Q.11

According to a National Sleep Foundation poll, about ____ of people have driven while sleepy.

10 percent
20 percent
60 percent
100 percent

Q.12

A vehicle must be equipped with all of the following, except:

A fire extinguisher.
Spare electrical fuses.
Warning devices for a parked vehicle.
A flashlight.

Q.13

When using a fire extinguisher on a fire, you should:

Get as close to the fire as possible.
Stay as far away from the fire as possible.
Aim the extinguisher at the top of the flames.
Aim the fire extinguisher at the ground about two feet away from the fire.

Q.14

Hydroplaning usually occurs:

When tires are properly inflated.
At speeds under 15 mph.
In areas where water collects on the road.
During the evening.

Q.15

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.16

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.17

Of the following, which is not a way to prevent drowsiness during a trip?

Getting an adequate amount of sleep before driving
Traveling with a passenger
Scheduling trips during hours when you would not normally be awake
Avoiding medications that may cause drowsiness

Q.18

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.19

Low underneath clearance can cause difficulties when driving:

Over railroad crossings.
On gravel roads.
Around corners.
At the posted speed limit.

Q.20

If a tire fails, the driver should:

Keep one hand on the steering wheel and use their other hand to wave to other drivers.
Stomp on the brakes.
Not use the brakes.
Accelerate.

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