NHI SAFETY INSPECTION OF IN-SERVICE
BRIDGES FINAL EXAM | QUESTIONS | WITH
CORRECT SOLUTIONS!!
1. How should you respond if another driver is tailgating you aggressively?
Accelerate to get away from them
Slow down and allow them to pass
Brake suddenly to show your frustration
Make eye contact and gesture at them
2. At what distances are emergency reflectors placed if a school bus is disabled during
darkness on the right shoulder but within 10 feet of the roadway of a divided
highway?
10 ft, 50 ft & 150 ft to the rear
10 ft, 100 ft & 200 ft to the rear
10 ft, 100 ft & 150 ft to the rear
10 ft, 1000 ft & 500 ft to the rear
3. During a vehicle inspection, what is a critical aspect to check for in wheel bearing
seals to ensure proper function?
Cracks
Corrosion
Leaks
Wear and tear
4. When beginning a long downgrade, which of the following should NOT influence
your choice of speed?
The weight of your vehicle plus its cargo
, The road and weather conditions
Your schedule
The steepness of the downgrade
5. What is the primary purpose of using turn signals while driving?
, To indicate your intention to change direction
To alert pedestrians of your presence
To notify other drivers of your speed
To enhance the aesthetic appeal of your vehicle
6. What is the primary reason for selecting the appropriate gear before descending a
steep incline?
To maintain control of the vehicle and prevent excessive speed
To improve fuel efficiency during the descent
To reduce wear on the tires
To enhance the vehicle's acceleration
7. What is the recommended distance for scanning the road ahead while driving to
ensure safety?
5-10 seconds
10-12 seconds
12-15 seconds
15-20 seconds
8. During a walk-around inspection, which of the following components should you
examine for proper function and safety at the front of your vehicle?
Condition of the tires and brake pads
Fluid levels and battery condition
Condition of the windshield, wiper blades, and lights
Engine oil and transmission fluid levels
9. When traveling down a steep downgrade, the best way to use your brakes is to:
Ride the brakes all the way down the hill
Apply the brakes for a few seconds, then release the brakes for a few
seconds. Continue to repeat these steps as you travel down the hill
Apply the brakes only near the bottom of the downgrade
BRIDGES FINAL EXAM | QUESTIONS | WITH
CORRECT SOLUTIONS!!
1. How should you respond if another driver is tailgating you aggressively?
Accelerate to get away from them
Slow down and allow them to pass
Brake suddenly to show your frustration
Make eye contact and gesture at them
2. At what distances are emergency reflectors placed if a school bus is disabled during
darkness on the right shoulder but within 10 feet of the roadway of a divided
highway?
10 ft, 50 ft & 150 ft to the rear
10 ft, 100 ft & 200 ft to the rear
10 ft, 100 ft & 150 ft to the rear
10 ft, 1000 ft & 500 ft to the rear
3. During a vehicle inspection, what is a critical aspect to check for in wheel bearing
seals to ensure proper function?
Cracks
Corrosion
Leaks
Wear and tear
4. When beginning a long downgrade, which of the following should NOT influence
your choice of speed?
The weight of your vehicle plus its cargo
, The road and weather conditions
Your schedule
The steepness of the downgrade
5. What is the primary purpose of using turn signals while driving?
, To indicate your intention to change direction
To alert pedestrians of your presence
To notify other drivers of your speed
To enhance the aesthetic appeal of your vehicle
6. What is the primary reason for selecting the appropriate gear before descending a
steep incline?
To maintain control of the vehicle and prevent excessive speed
To improve fuel efficiency during the descent
To reduce wear on the tires
To enhance the vehicle's acceleration
7. What is the recommended distance for scanning the road ahead while driving to
ensure safety?
5-10 seconds
10-12 seconds
12-15 seconds
15-20 seconds
8. During a walk-around inspection, which of the following components should you
examine for proper function and safety at the front of your vehicle?
Condition of the tires and brake pads
Fluid levels and battery condition
Condition of the windshield, wiper blades, and lights
Engine oil and transmission fluid levels
9. When traveling down a steep downgrade, the best way to use your brakes is to:
Ride the brakes all the way down the hill
Apply the brakes for a few seconds, then release the brakes for a few
seconds. Continue to repeat these steps as you travel down the hill
Apply the brakes only near the bottom of the downgrade
