True/False
Indicate whether the
statement is true or false.
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Stopping is always the safest thing to do in a driving emergency.
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2.
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If you have to leave the road onto the shoulder in a driving emergency, you
should hit your brakes as soon as you are on the shoulder.
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3.
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An “escape ramp” is designed to safely stop runaway vehicles on
steep mountain downgrades.
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4.
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To determine whether your tractor has Antilock Braking Systems (ABS), look for
the yellow ABS malfunction lamp on the instrument panel.
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The Department of Transportation requires Antilock Braking Systems (ABS) to be
on all truck tractors with air brakes manufactured on or after March 1, 1997.
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Tire fires can be caused by BOTH under-inflated tires and by dual tires that are
touching each other.
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When using a fire extinguisher, you should get as close as possible to the
fire.
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8.
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Common medicines for colds can make you sleepy.
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9.
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A 12 ounce glass of beer has the same amount of alcohol as a 5 ounce glass of
wine or a 1 1/2 ounce shot of whiskey.
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10.
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Coffee and a little fresh air will help a drinker sober up.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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If you are being tailgated, you should:
a. | Increase the following distance in front of your vehicle . | b. | Speed up to create
space between you and the tailgater. | c. | Direct the tailgater to pass you by waving him
past. | d. | Flash your brakes lights to warn the driver behind
you. |
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Which of the following are good general rules for managing the space beside you
when driving?
a. | Keep your vehicle centered in your lane so you avoid drifting near other
vehicles. | b. | Whenever possible, avoid traveling next to other vehicles so you have room to change
lanes suddenly if necessary. | c. | Keep other vehicles all around you as a cushion
of safety. | d. | a and b. | e. | b and c. |
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Why does a tractor-trailer or other large truck take more time and need more
space to cross an intersection or enter traffic from a standstill?
a. | They are large. | b. | They are heavy and maneuver
slowly. | c. | They accelerate slowly. | d. | All of the
above. |
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What is the best thing to do when you are driving but feel drowsy?
a. | Drink coffee or tea. | b. | Open the window for more air and turn up the
radio loud. | c. | Get some sleep. | d. | None of the
above. |
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The best advice for driving in fog is “don’t do it.” But
if you have to drive in fog, which of the following is good advice:
a. | Obey all fog warning signs. | b. | Slow down before you enter the
fog. | c. | Use low beams and turn on 4-way flashers. | d. | Don’t stop on
the roadside unless absolutely necessary. | e. | All of the
above. |
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A “distracted driver” is anyone who is not paying attention to the
road. What can a driver do so he is not distracted?
a. | Review all safety, control and communication systems before you
drive. | b. | Pre-program radio stations and pre-load music options. | c. | Clear the vehicle of
loose clutter and unnecessary objects. | d. | Don’t eat, drink, read or write while you
drive. | e. | All of the above. |
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Which of the following are NOT good ideas for using communication equipment
cautiously:
a. | To save time, read satellite system messages while driving. | b. | If possible, turn
off your cell phone while driving. | c. | Pull off and park safely to take a cell phone
call. | d. | If you are talking on a cell phone, hang up in tricky traffic
situations. |
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Which of the following is an indication that another driver is
distracted?
a. | A vehicle is drifting within the lane and the driver appears to be trying to locate
an object in their car. | b. | A driver is having an in-depth cell phone
conversation. | c. | A driver is eating, talking, or looking at a map. | d. | All of the
above. |
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Which of the following statements about what you should do when confronted with
“road rage” is false?
a. | Get out of the way of the aggressive driver. | b. | Maintain eye contact
with the aggressive driver. | c. | Avoid reacting to gestures or comments from an
aggressive driver. | d. | Call the police if you can do it
safely. |
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20.
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Which of the following things would help reduce your stress as a driver before
or during your trip:
a. | Listen to relaxing music. | b. | Focus your attention on the
driving. | c. | Be a cautious and courteous driver. | d. | Be realistic with travel times and expect
delays. | e. | All of the above. |
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