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

Q.1

A placard indicating hazardous materials is which shape?

Diamond
Triangle
Circle

Q.2

When approaching your vehicle, you should ensure that:

The vehicle is shiner than others.
The vehicle is not parked too closely to other vehicles.
There are not puddles under the vehicle that indicate a leak.
The vehicle is parked properly.

Q.3

If you are driving at a reduced speed in a construction zone when you spot a construction worker near the road, you should:

Speed up.
Stay at your current speed.
Further reduce your speed.

Q.4

Which factor does not have an impact on a person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?

The number of alcoholic drinks consumed
How quickly the alcoholic drinks were consumed
The weight of the drinker
The temperature of the drinks

Q.5

When you leave your vehicle, you should:

Apply the parking brake.
Apply the air brake.
Not apply any brake.
Leave the door open.

Q.6

When you are behind the steering wheel, shipping papers should be:

Within reach.
In the sleeping compartment.
Hidden under the seat.

Q.7

Frequent blinking may be a sign of fatigue.

True
False

Q.8

If driving a new vehicle, you should familiarize yourself with the controls:

Before you start driving.
As you drive.
If you feel like you need to.

Q.9

In a combination rig, it is best to make:

Quick, sudden stops.
Sharp turns.
Quick accelerations.
Slow, planned stops.

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

A trolley valve:

Should be used while driving.
Should only be used to test trailer brakes.
Should be used when parking uphill.

Q.12

When passing another vehicle, you should:

Make eye contact with the driver.
Assume the other driver doesn't see you.
Honk your horn.
Not use a turn signal.

Q.13

The best way to avoid glare at night from oncoming vehicles is to:

Wear sunglasses.
Close your eyes as vehicles approach.
Look to the right side of road.
Use your high beams.

Q.14

Accelerating roughly is:

Encouraged at slow speeds.
Encouraged at all speeds.
Discouraged, as it may cause damage to the vehicle.
Discouraged, as it may confuse other drivers.

Q.15

When trying to control a minor truck fire, what should you do before opening trailer doors?

Check to see if the doors are hot.
Throw water on the doors.
Remove your protective equipment.

Q.16

If an aggressive driver confronts you, you should not:

Challenge them.
Ignore their gestures.
Avoid making eye contact.
Try to get out of their way.

Q.17

Using a helper when backing is:

Encouraged.
Discouraged.
Illegal in most states.
Usually a cause of problems.

Q.18

In addition to reading the manual, the best way to learn about transporting hazardous materials is to:

Talk to other HazMat drivers.
Attend hazardous materials training courses.
Follow your instincts.

Q.19

How does doubling your speed from 20 mph to 40 mph affect your vehicle's braking distance?

It stays about the same.
It doubles.
It quadruples.

Q.20

In poor weather, many drivers:

Like to drive in front of trucks.
Like to drive to the sides of trucks.
Like to follow trucks.

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