New Mexico CDL Passenger 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers - MCQGeeks.com

Q.1

If a vehicle is equipped with power steering, the hoses should be checked:

For leaks.
For the proper amount of brake fluid.
To ensure that they are connected to the battery.

Q.2

When braking with ABS, you should:

Pump the brake pedal.
Brake normally.
Brake harder than you would with a different braking system.

Q.3

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.4

How can you check for a leak in hydraulic brakes?

Pump the brake pedal three times, then hold down the pedal for five seconds. If the pedal moves, there may be a problem.
Push the brake pedal down as far as possible and release. If the brake pedal returns to its normal position, there may be a problem.
Push the brake pedal down as far as possible and release. If the brake squeaks, there may be a problem.

Q.5

On a slippery road, a driver should:

Make turns as quickly as possible.
Refrain from passing slower vehicles.
Stop quickly.

Q.6

A driver who stops at a green light could be:

An impaired driver.
A driver who is color blind.
A person who does not know the rules of the road.

Q.7

When conducting a pre-drive inspection:

The inspection report is not important.
The inspection report must only be reviewed if there will be passengers in the vehicle.
The previous inspection report should be reviewed, if applicable.

Q.8

When slowing down, you should ____ to warn other drivers

Use a turn signal
Sound your horn
Tap your brakes

Q.9

If feeling tired while driving, it is best to:

Take a pep pill.
Get some rest.
Continue driving.

Q.10

If your wheels being to spin when accelerating on a poor traction surface, you should:

Use the brakes.
Take your foot off the accelerator.
Continue to accelerate.

Q.11

Distracted driving:

Is caused only by physical distractions.
Will be increased by pre-programming radio stations.
Can be prevented by avoiding conversation with others.

Q.12

An encroachment is when:

A driver does not appear for their scheduled basic skills test.
A vehicle touches an exercise boundary line during the basic skills test.
A driver fails one section of the basic skills test.

Q.13

You should always be able to stop within:

10 feet of your vehicle.
100 feet of your vehicle.
Your view of the road ahead.

Q.14

Bridges usually freeze:

Only once temperatures drop significantly below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
After all other surfaces.
Before other surfaces.

Q.15

When starting an engine, oil pressure should come up to a normal level:

Within seconds.
Within five minutes.
After about three minutes.

Q.16

Heights posted at bridges:

Are always accurate.
Are legally binding.
Can be incorrect.

Q.17

Talking on a hands-free phone while driving:

Does not distract the driver.
Only distracts the driver if the driver is speaking.
Can be distracting to the driver.

Q.18

Emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, are:

Only needed in vehicles transporting hazardous materials.
Only needed for interstate travel.
Required in all commercial motor vehicles.

Q.19

If unable to tell if the road is becoming icy and slippery, a driver:

Should try guessing.
May open their window and feel the front of the side mirror for ice.
Should look at the road closely.

Q.20

While driving, gauges are:

Unreliable.
Unpredictable.
To be monitored for potential signs of trouble.

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