MN CDL HAZMAT PRACTICE TEST

11. When driving on slippery surfaces, a lack of spray from other vehicles indicates that:
the road hasn't started to ice up yet.
the pavement is dry.
ice has formed on the road.
there is no ice on the road surface.
12. When loading hazardous materials:
make sure that the containers are not braced.
do not use hooks or other tools which might damage containers or other packaging.
wrap leaking packages in plastic before loading them.
do not load hazardous materials away from heat sources.
13. To avoid rollbacks when you start, you should:
put on the parking brake whenever necessary.
if you have manual transmission, partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake.
release the parking brake only when you have applied enough engine power.
All of the above.
14. Empty trucks have the best braking. True or False?
True.
False.
It depends on the truck.
It depends on the cargo.
15. At a rest stop you discover your hazardous materials shipments is leaking from the vehicle. There is no phone around. You should:
leave your truck parked with emergency lights and go look for help.
drive slowly and cautiously until you reach a phone booth.
send someone for help with all the necessary information.
None of the above.
16. An ABS system:
gives you more control over the vehicle during braking.
helps you avoid skids caused by over braking.
keep your wheels from locking when you brake hard.
All of the above.
17. Drivers of vehicles transporting HazMat should:
compare the shipping paper to the markings and labels.
ensure that all relevant placards are carried in the passenger compartment.
ensure that all packages are labeled as flammable materials.
All of the above.
18. When checking the lights before driving:
you should turn off the engine.
you should check them from inside the vehicle.
make sure the parking brake is not set.
the engine must be running.
19. Most heavy vehicles require ________ change gears.
single clutching
triple shifting
double shifting
double clutching
20. If a package of explosives shows dampness, you should:
ask the shipper if you should transport the package.
take the appropriate security measures and transport the package.
decline transporting the package.
transport the package at night.
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