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Which of the following statements about retarders is NOT correct?
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You should turn the retarder off whenever the road is wet, icy, or snow covered.
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Retarders help you avoid skids.
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Retarders help slow a vehicle, reducing the need for using brakes.
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Retarders reduce reduce brake wear.
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2.
If your vehicle has a breakdown or accident while carrying explosives, what should you do?
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Warn others of the danger.
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If there is a fire, warn everyone of the danger of explosion.
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Do not allow smoking or open fire near the vehicle.
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All of the above.
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3.
What is Gross Vehicle Weight?
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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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The total weight of a combination of vehicles excluding the load
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4.
The hazardous materials identification number must appear on the shipping paper, on the package and:
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on the back of the truck.
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on the steering wheel.
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on cargo tanks and other bulk packaging.
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on the license plate.
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5.
If corrosive materials leak during transportation, the parts of the vehicle exposed to corrosives must:
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be washed with water.
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be washed with acid.
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be washed with oil.
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be left to air dry.
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6.
When you take a break in the middle of your trip, you should check:
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heater, defroster and windshield wiper blades.
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missing exhaust pipes.
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gauges for signs of trouble.
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tires, brakes, lights and cargo securement devices.
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7.
What should you do if you doubt you have safe space to pass under a low bridge?
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Increase the weight of your vehicle to clearing under the bridge.
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Assume that the height posted at the bridges is correct.
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If no warnings are posted, assume there is enough clearance under the bridge and proceed slowly.
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Go slowly, and take another route if you are not sure you can make it.
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8.
Rollovers happen when drivers:
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brake too hard.
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turn too slowly.
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turn too fast.
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stop too often.
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9.
Drivers of vehicles transporting HazMat should:
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compare the shipping paper to the markings and labels.
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ensure that all relevant placards are carried in the passenger compartment.
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ensure that all packages are labeled as flammable materials.
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All of the above.
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10.
When driving a 50 foot vehicle at 50 mph, how much space should you keep in front of you?
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3 seconds
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4 seconds
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5 seconds
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6 seconds
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