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The tanker endorsement applies to drivers who wish to drive a tank in Class A, B, or C CDL. To add this endorsement to your CLP/CDL, you must pass a knowledge test on the problems posed by large volume liquid cargos. The Michigan CDL tank vehicles test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The MI tanker test covers the following sections of the Michigan CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Combination Vehicles, Tank Vehicles, Hazardous Materials. Take this MI tanker practice test now to prepare for the actual test!
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If the vehicle ahead of you is smaller than yours:
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it will usually take longer to stop.
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it will take the same amount of time to stop.
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it can probably stop faster than you can.
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2.
Texting while operating a commercial motor vehicle is:
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acceptable if you are contacting your supervisor.
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illegal.
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acceptable if you are contacting your dispacther.
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3.
Forward-and-back liquid surge is very strong in:
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unbaffled tanks.
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baffled tanks.
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dry tanks.
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4.
Before driving a tank, you should:
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check the tank's body for dents.
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check the intake, discharge, and cut-off valves.
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All of the above.
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Brake fade:
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results from excessive heat caused by using brakes too much.
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relies on the engine braking effect.
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All of the above.
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6.
Strong winds can make it difficult to stay in your lane, especially when:
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coming out of tunnels.
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going into tunnels.
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driving at speeds below 40 mph.
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7.
When confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:
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avoid eye contact.
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call the police, if you have a cell phone and can do it safely.
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All of the above.
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8.
Hazardous materials include all of the following except:
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Oxidizers
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Livestock
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Explosives
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9.
______ are _____ that have holes in them to let the liquid flow through.
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Barriers; baffles
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Bulkheads; tankers
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Baffles; bulkheads
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10.
Retarders:
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can be noisy and may not be permitted everywhere.
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help to increase brake pressure.
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improve traction.
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