CDL Final Exam Study Questions
Correctly Answered.
In order to put a commercial vehicle one the road you must first - CORRECT ANSWER Conduct a
thorough pre-trio inspection
Before you inspect the engine compartment and the front axle components. - CORRECT ANSWER Verify
the parking break has been set
What is the minimum tread depth for the steer-tires? - CORRECT ANSWER 4/32
When inspecting the break assembly, you sure ensure. - CORRECT ANSWER The break shoes should have
at lease quarter inch lining.
After the initial 50 mile-check how often you conduct additional on the road inspections of the cargo
securement and securement devices - CORRECT ANSWER When every change of duty status is made ,
every three hours , or 150 miles which ever comes first
What is the only circumstance you are not required to inspect your cargo and load securing devices -
CORRECT ANSWER If your load is seals and you have been ordered not to open it and if your vehicle is
loaded in a way it is impossible to inspect the cargo
When is it appropriate to conduct you post-trip inspection - CORRECT ANSWER At the end of every work
day.
Which items should a post trip inspection include - CORRECT ANSWER The same items as the pre trip
inspection except the ones affected by heat
When do the regulations require drivers of property carrying cmv's to complete and sign a DVIR? -
CORRECT ANSWER Whenever the defect or deficiency is discovered or reported.
, If the previous driver found defects and noted them in the DVIR what must you do before operating the
vehicle again - CORRECT ANSWER Ensure that any items listed defective/ deficiency that may effect the
safe operation of the vehicle was repaired.
In order to put a commercial motor vehicle on the road you must first - CORRECT ANSWER Perform a
short test drive to verify safe operation
Before you inspect the engine compartment and the front axle components - CORRECT ANSWER
Remove the Chocks from the wheels
What is the minimum tread depth for the steer tires - CORRECT ANSWER 4/32
When inspecting the brake assembly, you should ensure - CORRECT ANSWER
After the initial 50 mile check , how often must you conduct additional on the road inspections of the
cargo securement and securement devices? - CORRECT ANSWER Whenever you stop for fuel or every
150 miles whichever comes first
Distance scanning help you - CORRECT ANSWER A. Avoid abrupt stops b. Identify early hazards c. Avoid
radical speed changes d.all of the above
As a general rule look about _______ ahead of your vehicle - CORRECT ANSWER 12-15 seconds
How often should you check your mirrors while driving? - CORRECT ANSWER Every 4 seconds
Which of the following are potential hazards you must be aware of before driving - CORRECT ANSWER
A.stopped vehicles B. Pedestrians C. Accidents D. All of the above
Which of the following scenarios could indicate a distracted pedestrian - CORRECT ANSWER Someone
reading a text on a cell phone
Correctly Answered.
In order to put a commercial vehicle one the road you must first - CORRECT ANSWER Conduct a
thorough pre-trio inspection
Before you inspect the engine compartment and the front axle components. - CORRECT ANSWER Verify
the parking break has been set
What is the minimum tread depth for the steer-tires? - CORRECT ANSWER 4/32
When inspecting the break assembly, you sure ensure. - CORRECT ANSWER The break shoes should have
at lease quarter inch lining.
After the initial 50 mile-check how often you conduct additional on the road inspections of the cargo
securement and securement devices - CORRECT ANSWER When every change of duty status is made ,
every three hours , or 150 miles which ever comes first
What is the only circumstance you are not required to inspect your cargo and load securing devices -
CORRECT ANSWER If your load is seals and you have been ordered not to open it and if your vehicle is
loaded in a way it is impossible to inspect the cargo
When is it appropriate to conduct you post-trip inspection - CORRECT ANSWER At the end of every work
day.
Which items should a post trip inspection include - CORRECT ANSWER The same items as the pre trip
inspection except the ones affected by heat
When do the regulations require drivers of property carrying cmv's to complete and sign a DVIR? -
CORRECT ANSWER Whenever the defect or deficiency is discovered or reported.
, If the previous driver found defects and noted them in the DVIR what must you do before operating the
vehicle again - CORRECT ANSWER Ensure that any items listed defective/ deficiency that may effect the
safe operation of the vehicle was repaired.
In order to put a commercial motor vehicle on the road you must first - CORRECT ANSWER Perform a
short test drive to verify safe operation
Before you inspect the engine compartment and the front axle components - CORRECT ANSWER
Remove the Chocks from the wheels
What is the minimum tread depth for the steer tires - CORRECT ANSWER 4/32
When inspecting the brake assembly, you should ensure - CORRECT ANSWER
After the initial 50 mile check , how often must you conduct additional on the road inspections of the
cargo securement and securement devices? - CORRECT ANSWER Whenever you stop for fuel or every
150 miles whichever comes first
Distance scanning help you - CORRECT ANSWER A. Avoid abrupt stops b. Identify early hazards c. Avoid
radical speed changes d.all of the above
As a general rule look about _______ ahead of your vehicle - CORRECT ANSWER 12-15 seconds
How often should you check your mirrors while driving? - CORRECT ANSWER Every 4 seconds
Which of the following are potential hazards you must be aware of before driving - CORRECT ANSWER
A.stopped vehicles B. Pedestrians C. Accidents D. All of the above
Which of the following scenarios could indicate a distracted pedestrian - CORRECT ANSWER Someone
reading a text on a cell phone
