FREE Utah CDL Passenger Vehicles Practice Test (2023)

1. The minimum amount of tread for rear tires is:

2. What should you do if your vehicle starts hydroplaning?

Accelerate slightly, then push in the clutch to slow down.
Leave the road completely.
Apply the brakes and countersteer to regain control of the vehicle.
Release the accelerator and push in the clutch to let the wheels turn freely.

3. When backing, you should:

back and turn toward the right side whenever possible.
only use mirror on the driver's side.
back quickly.
use the mirrors on both sides.

4. The posted speed limit for a curve:

is safe for trucks or buses, but it may be too fast for cars.
is safe for all vehicles.
is optional and may be exceeded.
may be too fast for many trucks or buses.

5. If there is a fire and you are not sure what to use to put it out, you should:

6. Pre-trip inspections are:

required by law
required only for trips of more than 50 miles.
recommended.
required only for trips of more than 100 miles.

7. Hydroplaning:

can occur only if there is a lot of water on the road.
can occur at speeds as low as 30 mph.
can occur at speeds as low as 10 mph, if there is a lot of water.
is less likely if tire pressure is low.

8. Black ice:

is thick enough that it makes the road look wet.
is a thin layer that is clear enough that you can see the road underneath it.
is thick enough that it makes the road look dry.
None of the above.

9. The vehicle inspection report:

ensures that when the driver gets behind the wheel, the mechanic is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle.
tells the shipper how to package the materials.
ensures that vehicle inspections are conducted regularly.
tells the motor carrier about problems that may need fixing.

10. ABS:

helps you increase your following distance.
helps you increase your average speed.
improves your visibility at night.
does not decrease your stopping distance.

CDL PASSENGER PRACTICE TEST UTAH