COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE EXAM

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COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE EXAM

UPDATED ACTUAL EXAM WITH CORRECT

SOLUTIONS.

If a vehicle transporting explosives is involved in an accident, what should be done before moving the vehicles apart. - correct answer- Remove all explosives before pulling them apart, place the explosives at least 200 feet from the vehicle and occupied buildings, keep bystanders away (all of the above)

which of these statements about double clutching and shifting is true - correct answer- you can use the tachometer to tell you when to shift

how long can an unsafe vehicle be put our of service - correct answer- until the driver fixes it or until the owner fixes it

which of these should be considered a hazard - correct answer- an ice cream truck, a blind intersection, and a driver signaling a turn (all of the above)

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of the following choices, which best describes how you should use your brake pedal when going down a steep hill - correct answer- a light steady pressure

inspection of the vehicle by the driver is mandated by - correct answer- federal state laws

when you dim your lights at night, what should you do about your speed - correct answer- slow down

of the following statements, which is true about speed - correct answer- you should choose a speed that will allow you to stop within the distance you can see ahead

while on a trip, what should you check on a regular basis - correct answer- watch gauges, use your senses, and check critical items when you stop

the emergency door on your bus must - correct answer- it must be closed when operating the bus

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which of the following best describes the basic characteristics of the center of gravity - correct answer- the center of gravity can make a vehicle more likely to tip over on a curve if it is high

vehicle inspection is intended for which purpose - correct answer- to find problems that could cause a crash or breakdown

for the best control of your vehicle, which maneuver is best - correct answer- slow to a safe speed before entering the curve, than accelerate slightly through the curve

which is true about marking a stalled or wrecked vehicle - correct answer- if a hill or curve prevents approaching vehicles from seeing your vehicle within 500 feet, the reflective triangle should be moved back down the road to give adequate warning

inspection of your vehicle should be done - correct answer- before and after a trip

when driving at the posted speed limit, how far ahead should you look - correct answer- one fourth a mile (1/4)

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you are checking your brakes and suspension system for a pre trip inspection, which of these statements is true - correct answer- brake shoes should not have oil, grease, or brake fluid on them, brake pads should not have brake fluid on them, and one missing leaf in the leaf springs can be dangerous.

what is the minimum tread depth requirements for front tires - correct answer- 4/32 inches

which of these should you not do when you pass a vehicle - correct answer- when passing at night, turn on your high beams before you start to pass, and keep them on until you have completely passed the vehicle

you may not run which of the following on the front wheels of your vehicle - correct answer- re grooved tires, recapped tires, and retreaded tires

when you down shift you should - correct answer- down shift for a curve before you enter it

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