TANKER PRACTICE TEST - DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA CDL
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Empty trucks:
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require a shorter stopping distance than full trucks.
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require the same stopping distance than full trucks.
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require a greater stopping distance than full trucks.
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None of the above.
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12.
During freezing weather, which area is most likely to be slippery after it rains?
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Bridges.
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Roads that look wet.
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Shaded areas.
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All of the above.
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13.
While crossing railroad tracks, you should:
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not shift gears.
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stop, then look and listen for the train.
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shift down.
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shift up.
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14.
What is Gross Vehicle Weight?
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The total weight of a combination of vehicles excluding the load
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The total weight of the cargo
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The total weight of a single vehicle, excluding its load
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The total weight of a single vehicle, including its load
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15.
When loading and unloading the smaller tanks of a cargo tank equipped with bulkheads, you must pay attention to:
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smooth bore tanks.
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water distribution.
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air leakage rate.
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weight distribution.
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16.
Column 2 in the Hazardous Material Table contains:
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the hazard class or division.
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the identification numbers.
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the label codes.
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the HazMat description and shipping name.
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17.
Emergency lines are often coded with the color ___ to keep from getting them mixed up with the service line.
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blue.
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white.
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red.
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yellow.
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18.
When going down grades, you should:
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shift up.
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put the transmission in Neutral.
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downshift to a lower gear.
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rely solely on engine braking to reduce your speed.
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19.
Right after it starts to rain, the road is very slippery. Why?
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Because rain is very slippery.
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Because black ice may form on the road.
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Because the water mixes with oil left on the road by vehicles.
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None of the above.
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20.
Service brakes should:
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only be checked by a mechanic.
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always be checked before applying the brakes.
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be checked before each trip.
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All of the above.
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