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

Q.1

Which of the following is not a good way to reduce crashes when turning right?

Turn slowly.
Keep the tail end close to the curb.
Keep an eye on oncoming traffic.
Allow open space on your right side.

Q.2

If using a helper while backing a vehicle, where should they stand?

In front of the passenger side
In front of the driver side
On the wide of the truck
Near the back of the truck

Q.3

____ is a thin layer of ice that forms on road surfaces.

White ice
Black ice
Soft ice
Sharp ice

Q.4

The ____ trailer is the most likely to turn over if a driver takes a turn too quickly.

Front
Last
Middle

Q.5

What is a retarder?

A device that prevents a vehicle from going too fast
A device that prevents a vehicle from being too loud
A device that improves a vehicle's gas mileage

Q.6

The trailer hand valve should be used:

To test the trailer brakes.
To check the connection between the trailer and tractor.
To accelerate.

Q.7

Broken suspension parts:

Should not concern you.
Should be repaired, but do not need to be repaired immediately.
Cannot be identified.
Are extremely dangerous.

Q.8

Cargo inside a trailer:

Does not need to be secured.
Should be stacked no more than three feet high.
Should be secured to prevent movement.
Should be loaded with the heaviest items on top of lighter items.

Q.9

A vehicle that is smaller than your vehicle:

Will usually be able to stop faster than your vehicle.
Will usually take more time to stop than your vehicle.
Will take about the same amount of time to stop as your vehicle.

Q.10

If driving in a foggy area, you should not:

Decrease your speed.
Increase your speed.
Use your low beam headlights.
Turn on your four-way flashers.

Q.11

Stopping distance can be affected by:

Speed.
Sunshine.
Time of day.
Traffic.

Q.12

If an aggressive driver is involved in a crash down the road, you should:

Pull over and yell at them.
Stop after the crash scene and report the other driver’s behavior to police.
Block the driver in with your vehicle.

Q.13

If corrosive materials leak in the trailer, the trailer should be:

Cleaned with acid.
Cleaned with water.
Left to air-dry without washing.
Cleaned with bleach.

Q.14

Keeping cargo centered on a rig can:

Help you drive faster.
Prevent a rollover.
Make turns more dangerous.

Q.15

Carrying liquids in a leaking tank:

Is acceptable if it is only for a short distance.
Is illegal.
Is not dangerous if it is raining.
Is acceptable if you are running behind schedule.

Q.16

When driving through a work zone, you should:

Slow down.
Speed up.
Use a cell phone.
Steer with one hand to keep the other hand free.

Q.17

When checking the exhaust system, it should be:

Loose.
Leaking.
Fastened securely.
Cracked.

Q.18

When should mirror adjustments be made?

Before starting a trip
While driving
When a vehicle is stopped at a traffic signal

Q.19

If an unusual noise or feeling occurs in a vehicle while it is being driven, the driver should:

Assume it is not a concern and continue driving.
Hope the vehicle does alright until it is switched to another driver.
Check the situation to determine the proper solution.

Q.20

If you are confronted with an aggressive driver, you should:

Make eye contact.
Try to stay in their way.
Ignore any hand gestures.

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