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

Q.1

Passive railroad crossings:

Are controlled by flashing lights.
Are not controlled by any type of traffic control device.
Have gates that lower when trains are approaching.
Should never be crossed by a CMV.

Q.2

The amount of liquid cargo than can be loaded into a tank depends on:

The time of year.
Legal weight limits.
The ability of the driver.

Q.3

When driving a vehicle with empty cargo tanks that are used to carry hazardous materials, the driver:

Can cross railroad tracks without slowing or stopping.
Needs to slow when approaching railroad tracks, but is not required to stop.
Must stop at railroad crossings before proceeding.
Should never drive over railroad tracks.

Q.4

When using mirrors while driving, you should:

Look in the mirrors quickly.
Look in the mirrors for extended periods of time.
Use only the rearview mirror.
Use only the driver’s side mirror.

Q.5

Texting while driving a CMV is:

Acceptable if the text is work-related.
Acceptable if there are fewer than 10 words in the text message.
Encouraged because it is safer than talking on the phone.
Prohibited.

Q.6

On slippery roads, you should:

Pass vehicles if they aren’t driving the speed limit.
Adjust driving to match the conditions.
Drive on the shoulder.
Accelerate and decelerate frequently.

Q.7

If approaching a railroad crossing that is being approached by a train, you should:

Try to cross the tracks quickly.
Drive around any lowered gates.
Stop and wait for the train to pass before beginning across the tracks.

Q.8

In poor weather, many drivers:

Like to drive in front of trucks.
Like to drive to the sides of trucks.
Like to follow trucks.

Q.9

Who must mark and label the materials for shipping?

The mechanic
The shipper
The driver

Q.10

To avoid a crash:

Braking is always the best option.
Swerving may be more effective than braking.
Drivers should leave 100 yards of distance between their vehicle and the next.

Q.11

When passing another vehicle, you should:

Make eye contact with the driver.
Assume the driver doesn’t see you.
Honk your horn.
Wait for the other driver to signal that it is safe to do so.

Q.12

If unsure if a road is becoming icy, a driver can:

Guess.
Open the window and check the front of the mirror for ice.
Try to look at the road closely.
Look at a weather forecast.

Q.13

Operating a combination vehicle usually requires ____ operating a single vehicle.

Less skill than
About the same level of skill as
More skill than
Exactly the same level of skill as

Q.14

What could indicate that a shipment you are accepting contains hazardous materials?

The cargo is stored in cylinder tanks.
The cargo is picked up from a supermarket.
The cargo is packaged in cardboard boxes.
The cargo has green packaging.

Q.15

Liquid surge occurs in:

Overfilled tanks.
Partially-filled tanks.
Tanks that have been emptied.

Q.16

Tanks have high centers of gravity, which means:

They get very good gas mileage.
They are easy to roll over.
They are very stable.
They are easy to steer.

Q.17

Why do drivers have to inspect their vehicles?

It is usually a company policy.
It is usually a local ordinance.
It is a federal and state law.
It adds to the amount of time for which they will be paid.

Q.18

An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS):

Is not available for most trucks.
Is not helpful in most situations.
Is required on newer trucks.

Q.19

To test the trailer service brakes, you should:

Move the vehicle forward slowly and apply the brakes with the brake pedal.
Reverse the vehicle slowly and apply the brakes with the hand control.
Reverse the vehicle slowly and apply the brakes with the brake pedal.
Move the vehicle forward slowly and apply the brakes with the hand control.

Q.20

If feeling drowsy while driving, you should:

Press on and finish the trip.
Drive faster to reach your destination more quickly.
Safely leave the road and take a nap.

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