A vehicle's after-trip inspection should be completed.

A vehicle should be placed out-of-service.

A vehicle's oil should be changed.

A vehicle's battery should be disconnected.

Should be on the high beam setting whenever possible.

Are not usually necessary when driving at night.

Provide better light than the sun.

Should always be on the high beam setting.

A driver should always use turn signals to inform others of their intentions.

A driver does not need to inform others of their intentions.

A driver should only use turn signals if a vehicle is next to them.

A driver should not use a turn signal if their lane change will be obvious.

The brake pedal should be pressed down gradually.

The brake pedal should be pushed down quickly.

The brake pedal should be pressed down repeatedly, but not held down continuously.

The amount of force required on the brake pedal will be the same each time you slow or stop.

Massachusetts CDL Tank 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

What is aggressive driving?

Operating a vehicle in a selfish or pushy manner
Operating a vehicle with some regard for other motorists’ safety
Operating a vehicle in the left lane
Operating a loud vehicle

Q.2

During a pre-trip inspection, belts in the engine compartment should be:

Loosened.
Checked for tightness.
Inspected only if they seem frayed.
Left alone and not inspected.

Q.3

When turning quickly to avoid an object in the roadway, you should:

Apply your brakes as you steer.
Give yourself extra clearance by turning more than needed to miss the object.
Turn just enough to miss the object and avoid turning more.
Steer and accelerate at the same time.

Q.4

After a trip:

A vehicle should be placed out-of-service.
A vehicle's oil should be changed.
A vehicle's after-trip inspection should be completed.
A vehicle's battery should be disconnected.

Q.5

Due to the risk of liquid surge in tanks, you should:

Accelerate slowly.
Accelerate quickly.
Swerve often.
Drive on the shoulder.

Q.6

After finishing a pre-trip inspection, you should:

Leave the rear shut-off valves open.
Remove the service line valve.
Close the emergency line valve.
Leave the emergency line valve open.

Q.7

When a construction worker is close to the road, you should:

Increase your speed.
Decrease your speed.
Not drive in any lane.
Wait to proceed until the construction is complete.

Q.8

Headlights:

Are not usually necessary when driving at night.
Provide better light than the sun.
Should be on the high beam setting whenever possible.
Should always be on the high beam setting.

Q.9

When driving, your mirrors should:

Not be used, as they are distracting.
Not be used unless there is traffic.
Be checked regularly.
Be checked regularly, but only if it is cloudy.

Q.10

Passive railroad crossings:

Are controlled by flashing lights.
Are not controlled by any type of traffic control device.
Have gates that lower when trains are approaching.
Should never be crossed by a CMV.

Q.11

While driving:

A driver does not need to inform others of their intentions.
A driver should only use turn signals if a vehicle is next to them.
A driver should not use a turn signal if their lane change will be obvious.
A driver should always use turn signals to inform others of their intentions.

Q.12

If a trailer is too high:

It will not make a difference when coupling.
It may not couple correctly.
Coupling will be more secure.
Coupling will be easier.

Q.13

Who is responsible for identifying the hazard class of materials being shipped?

The shipper
The carrier
The driver
The mechanic

Q.14

If a tire fails, you should:

Loosen your grip on the steering wheel.
Immediately apply the brakes.
Check your tires after coming to a complete stop.
Turn sharply off the road.

Q.15

Over-the-counter medication:

Poses no safety risks to a driver.
Is not referenced by any laws regarding driving under the influence.
Cannot impair a driver.
Can affect a person’s ability to drive safely.

Q.16

An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS):

Allows wheels to lock up.
Prevents wheels from locking up.
Makes it easier to turn a large vehicle.
Assists with the operation of brake lights.

Q.17

If you need to travel down a hill, you should switch into a lower gear:

After you start moving downhill.
As you go downhill and pick up speed.
Before you start moving downhill.
Near the bottom of the hill.

Q.18

When stopping:

The brake pedal should be pressed down gradually.
The brake pedal should be pushed down quickly.
The brake pedal should be pressed down repeatedly, but not held down continuously.
The amount of force required on the brake pedal will be the same each time you slow or stop.

Q.19

If oil and water build up in your vehicle's air tanks, the brakes:

May not work correctly.
May feel squishy.
Will squeal loudly when used.
Will be extremely sensitive.

Q.20

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

Use the controlled braking method.
Turn while braking.
Apply the parking brake.
Apply the brakes with minimal pressure.