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.

Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations with others.

Can be avoided by eating while driving.

Can be increased by pre-programming radio stations.

The brake pedal should be pressed down gradually.

The brake pedal should be pushed down quickly.

The brake pedal should be pressed down repeatedly, but not held down continuously.

The amount of force required on the brake pedal will be the same each time you slow or stop.

Oregon CDL Double 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

Off-ramps:

Are usually safest for trucks.
Can be dangerous for trucks.
Should not be used by trucks.

Q.2

When traveling at speeds under 40 mph, you should maintain at least ____ of following distance for every 10 feet of your vehicle's length.

One second
Two seconds
Three seconds

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

If there is a cargo fire in a box trailer:

The trailer doors should be opened.
The trailer doors should not be opened.
A large, heavy blanket should be put over the trailer.

Q.5

When driving a vehicle equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), brakes should be applied:

With the hand brake.
In the same way as they would be in a vehicle without ABS.
As the vehicle is placed in neutral.

Q.6

A driver should always:

Stay in their lane.
Have an emergency plan.
Stay in the left lane.
Drive above the speed limit.

Q.7

Which of the following is not a problem?

Loose or broken exhaust pipes
Loose or broken mounting brackets
Exhaust parts rubbing against fuel system parts
Exhaust system parts that are not leaking

Q.8

Antifreeze helps to keep an engine functioning properly:

But only in cold weather.
But only in hot weather.
Regardless of the weather.
While minimizing the vehicle's fuel use.

Q.9

If using a helper when backing a vehicle, the helper should be located:

In front of the passenger's side of the vehicle.
In front of the driver's side of the vehicle.
Near the back of the truck.

Q.10

Distracted driving:

Can be avoided by eating while driving.
Can be increased by pre-programming radio stations.
Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations with others.

Q.11

Within 10 minutes of stopping on the side of the road, you must:

Place emergency warning devices.
Alert local law enforcement.
Call a mechanic.

Q.12

If oil and water build up in your vehicle's air tanks, the brakes:

May not work correctly.
May feel squishy.
Will squeal loudly when used.
Will be extremely sensitive.

Q.13

Braking mechanisms are located inside:

The fifth wheel.
A brake drum.
The landing gear.

Q.14

In extremely hot conditions, you may have to:

Increase your speed to cool the engine.
Reduce your speed to prevent overheating.
Drain the engine coolant.
Follow other vehicles more closely than normal.

Q.15

When stopping:

The brake pedal should be pressed down gradually.
The brake pedal should be pushed down quickly.
The brake pedal should be pressed down repeatedly, but not held down continuously.
The amount of force required on the brake pedal will be the same each time you slow or stop.

Q.16

When driving a vehicle equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should:

Stop harder than you would in a vehicle not equipped with ABS.
Use extra braking force to ensure the ABS kicks in.
Brake as you would in a vehicle not equipped with ABS.
Brake with less force than you would in a vehicle not equipped with ABS.

Q.17

When driving in the winter, which of the following should receive extra attention in a pre-trip inspection?

Coolant and antifreeze levels
The air conditioning unit
Oil levels
The air filter

Q.18

What is a tractor protection valve?

A valve to keep air in the brake system should there be a bad leak
A valve that prevents a truck from being stolen
A valve that prevents the driver from driving too fast

Q.19

What should you do if your vehicle gets stuck on railroad tracks?

Stay in the vehicle.
Get out of the vehicle and call for assistance.
Continue trying to get your vehicle off the tracks until you are successful.

Q.20

An air supply control in its "emergency" position will:

Turn on the air supply.
Apply the trailer emergency brakes.
Prevent a skid.
Accelerate the vehicle.