1. The following statements about an engine overheating are TRUE EXCEPT... A Antifreeze is only used in colder temperatures B If you can touch the radiator cap with your bare hand, it is probably cool enough to open. C It is not possible to safely drive without radiator fluid D Never leave the engine running if it is overheating
2. When going down a hill you should always... A Use higher gears when you have a heavy load B Allow the brakes to heat up for better stopping power C Be in the right gear before starting down the hill D Put heavy pressure on the brakes to allow the drums to cool
3. The best time to test your parking brake is... A When the vehicle is parked B When the vehicle is going down a hill C When the vehicle is moving slowly D When the vehicle is traveling on the highway
4. Which is NOT part of the pre-trip inspection... A Check engine oil level B Check horn(s) C Check air seat adjustments D Check seat belt fastener
5. How much space should you maintain in front of you at highway speeds? A Seven seconds for a 60 foot vehicle B Five seconds for a 60 foot vehicle C Ten seconds for a 60 foot vehicle D Three seconds for a 60 foot vehicle
6. Which one of the following is true about shifting gears? A Remain in neutral as long as possible B Allow the engine tachometer to rev into the highest range possible C Ignore how the engine sounds D Shift at the best RPM range for your vehicle
7. When making a left hand turn you should always... A Wait until you reach the center of the intersection before you turn B Start in the left hand lane if there are two turning lanes C Pull into the intersection in case the light turns before you are through D Wait for a small gap in traffic and accelerate
8. The best way to warn the drivers behind you that you are slowing down is to... A Blow your horn B Turn on your emergency flashers C Tap your brakes D Flash your bright lights
9. What is the best thing to do if you are tired? A Drink plenty of coffee to stay awake B Take pills to keep you alert C Plan your trips for the middle of the night to avoid traffic D Get enough sleep
10. When backing up the tractor trailer, try to AVOID... A Backing toward the right (passenger) side B Backing toward the left (driver's) side C Pulling ahead to reposition your trailer D Having someone help/guide you