Can be done by a second person, but the driver is responsible for the safety of the cargo.

Can be done by a second person who is responsible for the safety of the cargo.

Must be done by a person from the shipping company.

An effective tool for stopping large vehicles.

Only effective in poor weather.

A tool to improve fuel efficiency.

Tennessee CDL Passenger 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

Having ABS on only one axle:

Can be dangerous.
Still allows you additional control when braking.
Slows the vehicle, but cannot stop it.

Q.2

When arriving at a destination, it is best to remind exiting passengers to take their carry-on bags with them:

Before you stop the bus.
After you stop the bus.
At least five times.
As they exit the bus.

Q.3

Dry bulk tanks require special care because:

They have low centers of gravity.
They have high centers of gravity.
Loads are usually stable.
They are usually overloaded.

Q.4

What happens if the air pressure in a system's air tanks falls below 60 psi?

A warning light will come on.
The vehicle will not shift out of gear.
The front lights will flash.
The vehicle should stop.

Q.5

A tank endorsement is:

Only required when transporting gases.
Only required when transporting liquids.
Used when transporting both liquids and gases.
Optional when transporting hazardous materials.

Q.6

When a brake pedal is pressed and the S-cam is turned, the S-cam:

Presses the brake shoes against the inside of the brake drum.
Tightens the brake drum onto the axle.
Presses the brake lining against the wheel.
Releases air from the air tanks.

Q.7

A dual air brake system:

Consists of two separate air brake systems that share a single set of controls.
Is a single air brake system with two different sets of controls.
Consists of one air brake system for the left side of the truck and one system for the right side of the truck, each with its own set of controls.

Q.8

During the steering box portion of the vehicle inspection test, you should not:

Ensure that the steering box is securely mounted.
Ensure that the steering box is free of leaks.
Look for missing bolts in the steering box.
Assume all cotter keys are present.

Q.9

____ cannot be transported on a bus in a space occupied by people.

Beverages
Radioactive materials
Medical supplies

Q.10

Front brake limiting valves were intended to:

Prevent the front tires from skidding.
Prevent the front tires from overheating.
Create equal brake usage.
Remove uncertainty when applying the brakes.

Q.11

Loading cargo:

Must be done by the driver.
Can be done by a second person who is responsible for the safety of the cargo.
Can be done by a second person, but the driver is responsible for the safety of the cargo.
Must be done by a person from the shipping company.

Q.12

When experiencing cold weather, be sure to check your vehicle's alcohol evaporator:

Every three hours.
Every day.
Every other week.

Q.13

On a truck with air brakes, the braking system’s air compressor:

Pumps air into the air storage tanks.
Fills the tires.
Moves air to the back of the truck.
Cleans the brakes.

Q.14

Air brakes are:

An effective tool for stopping large vehicles.
Prohibited on large vehicles.
Only effective in poor weather.
A tool to improve fuel efficiency.

Q.15

When about to drive a vehicle with a dual brake system, a driver should:

Let the vehicle warm up to ensure the fuel reaches the engine.
Wait for air pressure to build in both the primary and secondary systems.
Begin driving just after the engine starts.
Pump the pedal about 20 times to build pressure, then begin driving.

Q.16

Alcohol evaporators are:

Illegal.
Used to introduce alcohol into air brake systems.
Only allowed in the northern parts of the state.

Q.17

After a bus trip is completed, the vehicle:

Should be returned without an inspection.
Should be inspected.
Should be drained of fuel.

Q.18

The air storage tanks:

Hold only enough air for one braking cycle.
Hold enough air for brakes to be used several times if the compressor stops working.
Do not hold air unless there is an emergency.
Hold enough air for more than 1,000 braking cycles.

Q.19

The air compressor is connected to the:

Transmission.
Engine.
Radiator.

Q.20

An item that is 40 feet long placed on a flatbed trailer should be secured by at least ____ tie-down(s).

One
Two
Three
Four