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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 New York CDL tank vehicles test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The NY tanker test covers the following sections of the New York CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Combination Vehicles, Tank Vehicles, Hazardous Materials. Take this NY tanker practice test now to prepare for the actual test!
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Too little weight on the driving axles can cause:
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longer stopping distances.
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mechanical damage.
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poor traction.
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poor visibility.
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The vehicle inspection report:
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ensures that when the driver gets behind the wheel, the mechanic is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle.
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ensures that vehicle inspections are conducted regularly.
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tells the motor carrier about problems that may need fixing.
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tells the shipper how to package the materials.
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If a tire fails while you are driving, you should:
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call your supervisor for instructions.
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stop on the roadway if possible.
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brake as hard as possible.
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stay off the brake
until your vehicle has slowed down.
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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 packages are labeled as flammable materials.
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ensure that all relevant placards are carried in the passenger compartment.
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All of the above.
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When it comes to hazardous materials
transportation, the shipper:
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follows all special rules about transporting HazMat.
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takes the shipment from to its destination.
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must package, mark, and label the materials.
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placards the vehicle when loading, if required.
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If your brakes fail on a steep mountain downgrade, you should:
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slow down until your vehicle comes to a complete stop.
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set the parking brake and park in an open area.
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decide what to do as soon as you know your brakes do not work.
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stay on the road and keep looking for the next available escape ramp.
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The steering wheel should:
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be held firmly with both hands.
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be held with one hand at a time.
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be held firmly with the left hand.
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be held firmly with the right hand.
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When possible, you should park:
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on the roadway.
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so you will be able to pull forward when you leave.
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on the shoulder.
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so you will have to back up when you leave.
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If you are stopped on an incline, how can you start moving without rolling back?
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Aggressively pump the accelerator
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Apply the parking brake
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Shift to neutral
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Fully engage the clutch
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While you are driving a tanker, the front wheels begin to skid. Which of these is most likely to occur?
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The truck will roll over.
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Excessive heat will cause chemical changes in the brake lining, which reduce friction.
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You will keep moving forward no matter how you steer.
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Your tires will fail soon.
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To get a driver's license in New York, the initial step is obtaining a learner permit. You need to be 16 years or older to qualify for a junior learner permit. Once you've held the permit for six months and successfully passed the road test, you'll receive a junior operator license (class DJ). At the age of 17, you become eligible for a senior driver license (class D) if you already possess a junior driver license or limited junior driver license and have completed a state-approved high school or college driver education course.
You can take the test in three ways:
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If you can't provide two documents to prove your identity or residence, your parent/guardian must come with you to a DMV office to sign the Statement of Identity and/or Residence. Refer to this guide to determine all the required documents based on the type of license you are interested in.
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Read the New York Driver's Handbook and take our free practice tests to verify your knowledge. Topics covered on the DMV written test include road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Once your scores are good, you are ready for the real exam.
The written test consists of 20 questions. You can find the most common topics of the test in our free practice tests. These quizzes cover a variety of topics, including traffic control signs, intersections and turns, passing, parallel parking, defensive driving, alcohol and drugs, special driving conditions, and road signs.
To pass the New York DMV written test, you need to correctly answer at least 14 out of the 20 questions presented. Additionally, you must correctly answer two of the four questions related to road signs.
If you have a learner permit in New York, you cannot drive:
- Unless accompanied by a driver aged 21 or older.
- On any street within a park in New York City.
- On any bridge/ tunnel under the jurisdiction of the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority.
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- In New York City (5 Boroughs), you must drive under the supervision of a parent/guardian, driving teacher/instructor aged 21 or older, and you cannot drive between 9 pm and 5 am.
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