Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations while driving.

Always comes as a result of physical distraction, not mental distraction.

Can be elevated by pre-programming radio stations.

Can be avoided by eating while driving.

Should be used only if following another vehicle.

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.

Aisles must remain free of obstacles.

Carry-on baggage may be kept in the aisle.

Passengers may sit in the aisle.

Items may be placed in the aisle if passengers could easily step over them.

New York CDL Passenger 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

To best reduce the distractions of a cell phone, you should:

Stay on a single call for an entire trip.
Turn the phone off before driving.
Only us the phone to accept incoming calls.
Use the phone to text rather than talk.

Q.2

Distracted driving:

Always comes as a result of physical distraction, not mental distraction.
Can be elevated by pre-programming radio stations.
Can be avoided by eating while driving.
Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations while driving.

Q.3

Off-ramps:

Are usually safe for trucks.
Can be dangerous for trucks.
Should not be used by trucks.
Should be used only if following another vehicle.

Q.4

Which of the following indicates drowsy driving?

Eyes going out of focus by themselves
Having trouble keeping your head up
Drifting from lane to lane
All of the above

Q.5

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.6

When inspecting a power steering-equipped vehicle, you should be sure that:

The fluid is at the proper level.
The hoses are connected to the battery.
The hoses do not contain any fluid.
Only small leaks are present.

Q.7

Baggage and freight should be stored in a way that:

Allows passengers to easily see the items.
Protects riders from injury if items fall or shift.
Keeps the items in the aisle without shifting.
Covers windows.

Q.8

What does an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) do?

Allow the rear wheels to lock up
Allow all wheels to lock up
Help prevent wheel lockup
Alert other motorists when you are braking

Q.9

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.10

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.11

If hydraulic brakes fail, a driver can reduce their speed by:

Shifting into a higher gear.
Shifting into a lower gear.
Finding a hill.
Letting the truck run out of gas.

Q.12

When steering to avoid a crash, you should:

Only use one hand to steer.
Keep both hands on the steering wheel.
Not use your mirrors to check other lanes.
Speed up as you get nearer to the hazard.

Q.13

A person working on a disabled vehicle on the shoulder of a road:

Will likely pay attention to traffic on the road.
May be focused on the repair and not paying attention to roadway traffic.
Is exempt from traffic laws.
Should not be assisted.

Q.14

If a driver begins to feel fatigued while driving, they should:

Continue driving.
Drink coffee.
Stop and rest.
Drive faster to finish the trip more quickly.

Q.15

After starting the engine, oil pressure should reach a normal level:

Within a few seconds.
After about a minute.
After about four minutes.
Within 10 minutes of driving.

Q.16

During a bus ride:

Carry-on baggage may be kept in the aisle.
Passengers may sit in the aisle.
Aisles must remain free of obstacles.
Items may be placed in the aisle if passengers could easily step over them.

Q.17

Which of the following is not an example of a distracted person that motorists should be worried about?

A driver talking to another person in a vehicle
Children on the side of the road
Construction workers on the side of the road
A person sitting on a bench waiting for a bus

Q.18

If feeling tired and frequently yawning, you should:

Press on and continue driving.
Get some coffee.
Drive faster.
Pull over and take a nap.

Q.19

To avoid becoming an aggressive driver, you should:

Plan trips without allocating extra time for traffic.
Tailgate.
Drive slowly in the left lane.
Not make gestures to other drivers.

Q.20

When approaching a railroad crossing, you should:

Increase your speed to get across the tracks as quickly as possible.
Roll your window down to listen for a train.
Rely on traffic control signals.
Never try to outdrive an approaching train.