NYS Tow Truck Endorsement Practice Test 6
Questions with Correct Answers
What is the GVWR of heavy duty tow trucks?
A. 10,001-26,000 pounds
B. 8,600-10,000 pounds
C. 11,000-25,000 pounds
D. Over 26,000 pounds CORRECT ANSWER D
What is the GVWR of light duty tow trucks?
A. 10,001-26,000 pounds
B. 8,600-10,000 pounds
C. 11,000-25,000 pounds
D. Over 26,000 pounds CORRECT ANSWER B
If a tow truck is rated for 16 tons, and it operates with L-arms rated for 2 tons, what is the weakest link and it's rating?
A. The tow truck, 16 tons
B. The tow truck, 2 tons
C. The L-arms, 2 tons
D. The L-arms, 16 tons CORRECT ANSWER C
Assume you have a tow truck with a front axle weight of 7,000 pounds, a wheelbase of 200 inches, and an overhang on 89 inches. What is the truck's safe towing capacity (STC)?
A. 5,600 pounds B. 6,488 pounds
C. 7,865 pounds
D. 10,001 pounds CORRECT ANSWER C
Assume you have a tow truck with a front axle weight of 7,000 pounds, a wheelbase of 200 inches, and an overhang on 125 inches. What is the truck's safe towing capacity (STC)?
A. 5,600 pounds
B. 6,488 pounds
C. 7,865 pounds
D. 10,001 pounds CORRECT ANSWER A
Assume you have a tow truck with a front axle weight of 7,000 pounds, a wheelbase of 165 inches, and an overhang on 89 inches. What is the truck's safe towing capacity (STC)?
A. 5,600 pounds
B. 6,488 pounds
C. 7,865 pounds
D. 10,001 pounds CORRECT ANSWER B
Most chains, cables, and snatch blocks have a working load limit (WLL) to breaking strength rating (BSR) ratio of ___________
A. 3:1 or 4:1
B. 2:1 or 3:1
C. 2:1 or 4:1
D. 1:1 CORRECT ANSWER A
Which of the following are alternative cable terminations that should only be used as a temporary repair?