You should always use turn signals to warn others about your intentions.

It is best to hide your intentions from others.

You should only use turn signals if there are vehicles near you.

You should not use turn signals in construction zones.

Prevent air from escaping air brake systems.

Prevent air from entering air brake systems.

Override vehicles that are out of control.

Montana CDL Tank 1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

Many products classed as poison are also:

Radioactive.
Flammable.
Gases.

Q.2

If turning to avoid a hazard:

You should brake hard.
You should not brake as it may cause the wheels to lock.
You should turn very sharply.

Q.3

When driving:

It is best to hide your intentions from others.
You should only use turn signals if there are vehicles near you.
You should not use turn signals in construction zones.
You should always use turn signals to warn others about your intentions.

Q.4

Broken suspension parts:

Are not a cause for concern.
Are extremely dangerous.
Cannot be identified.

Q.5

If involved in an accident, which of the following is not recommended?

Trying to move your vehicle to the side of the road
Caring for the injured
Driving away from the scene

Q.6

Containers of nitric acid should be:

Stacked no more than two containers high.
Stacked to the ceiling.
Loaded on top of other products.
Loaded in the cabin.

Q.7

Drivers trapped behind a slow-moving vehicle often:

Follow the vehicle too closely.
Allow the vehicle plenty of space.
Are happy with the speed of travel.

Q.8

The steering wheel should be:

Held with both hands.
Held by one hand to allow for other tasks, such as eating and drinking.
Held by one hand at a time, alternating between hands.
Cracked to allow for an improved grip.

Q.9

Maintaining a cushion of space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is:

Not encouraged, as it slows the flow of traffic.
Encouraged, as it allows you time to react to unexpected hazards.
Only encouraged if you are traveling with a passenger.

Q.10

When loading a tank that is divided into smaller tanks by bulkheads, the load should be:

Heaviest at the front.
Heaviest in the middle.
Heaviest at the rear.

Q.11

What is a bobtail tractor?

A tractor without a semi-trailer
A tractor with two semi-trailers
A tractor that travels faster than the speed limit

Q.12

If a tire fails while you are driving, you should:

Brake as hard as possible.
Release the steering wheel.
Stay off the brakes and let the vehicle slow down.
Stop on the roadway.

Q.13

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.14

Hazardous materials shipping papers may not be kept:

In a pouch on the driver’s door.
In a pouch on the passenger’s side door.
Within reach of the driver while the seat belt is fastened.

Q.15

If you remain in neutral for too long while switching gears:

The vehicle will speed up.
You may have trouble putting the vehicle into the next gear.
You may kill the engine.

Q.16

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.17

What is the number one cause of death and injury in a work zone?

Drivers speeding
Slow drivers
Animals crossing the road

Q.18

Mirror adjustment can only be checked properly if:

The trailer is straight.
There is no trailer attached to the tractor.
The vehicle is on a slight incline.
The vehicle is on a slight decline.

Q.19

Shut-off valves:

Prevent air from escaping air brake systems.
Prevent air from entering air brake systems.
Override vehicles that are out of control.

Q.20

Which of the following determines your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?

How much you drink
How frequently you drink
The temperature of the drink