May be slower to make critical decisions than a typical driver.

Is usually more conscientious than a typical driver.

Can occur due to mental activities, such as daydreaming.

Only happens when drivers are physically doing something, like using a cell phone.

Is encouraged on uncrowded roads.

Nebraska CDL Tank 1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

A fatigued driver:

Is usually extra alert.
Is usually more conscientious than a typical driver.
May be slower to make critical decisions than a typical driver.

Q.2

A person should not smoke within ____ of a vehicle placarded for Class 3 or Division 2.1 materials.

Five feet
25 feet
100 feet
1,000 feet

Q.3

Which of the following is required emergency equipment?

Red reflective triangles
A flashlight
An electric sign
Tape

Q.4

____ is an example of required emergency equipment.

A spare electrical fuse
A loud horn
A battery-operated flashlight

Q.5

In general, before loading or unloading any flammable liquids, an engine should be:

Turned off.
Revved up.
Turned on.

Q.6

If you’re feeling tired before a drive, you should:

Drink coffee.
Take caffeine pills.
Not drive.
Drive as fast as possible so you get to the destination quickly.

Q.7

Mirrors should be adjusted:

While moving.
When the trailers are straight.
When you are standing next to the vehicle.
By an assistant.

Q.8

Identification numbers, shipping names, and hazard classes:

Should be abbreviated on a shipping paper if a small piece of paper is being used.
Should be abbreviated on a shipping paper to make them easier to read.
Should not be abbreviated on a shipping paper.
Should only be abbreviated on a shipping paper if the abbreviations are easy to understand.

Q.9

To ensure you do not interfere with traffic while driving a heavy vehicle, you should:

Switch gears while driving uphill.
Try to pass other vehicles while driving uphill.
Stay in the right lane.
Ride the brakes while driving downhill.

Q.10

When using a mirror, you should:

Look quickly at the mirror.
Stare at the mirror for a long time.
Use only the driver’s side mirror.

Q.11

The trailer hand valve should not be used while you are driving because:

It will disconnect from the vehicle.
You will stop the vehicle too quickly.
It can cause a skid.

Q.12

If you have an engine fire, you should:

Open the hood as soon as possible.
Turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Not use a fire extinguisher.

Q.13

When refueling a vehicle transporting hazardous materials:

The engine should be left on.
The engine should be turned off.
The gas nozzle may be left unattended.
Someone other than the driver should do it.

Q.14

Rollovers happen when:

Drivers turn too quickly.
Drivers turn too slowly.
It is raining.

Q.15

When checking the engine compartment:

The parking brake should not be engaged.
Wheels should be chocked.
The engine should be running.
The gearshift should be in first gear.

Q.16

Move over laws require:

Trucks to use the left lane.
All vehicles to vacate the lane closest to an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing.
All vehicles to use the left lane.
All vehicles to move to the left lane if a flatbed trailer is in the right lane.

Q.17

If transporting a package that contains radioactive materials, it is important to know that:

Radiation will pass through to other packages.
The package should be placed in the cab.
The package should be loaded on its side.
The package should be made of wood.

Q.18

What must be included in emergency response information?

Immediate hazards to health
Where the materials originated
Location in the vehicle
Cost of the material

Q.19

Distracted driving:

Is not a concern.
Only happens when drivers are physically doing something, like using a cell phone.
Can occur due to mental activities, such as daydreaming.
Is encouraged on uncrowded roads.

Q.20

Glad hands are:

Coupling devices.
Happy passengers.
Eager mechanics.
Pleased drivers.