ILLINOIS IDOT CLASS B NON CDL PERMIT WRITTEN TEST QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS

ILLINOIS IDOT CLASS B NON CDL PERMIT WRITTEN TEST QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS “Name the lighting equipment required for second division or combination vehicles longer than 25 feet and/or wider than 80 inches. - CORRECT ANSWER Second division or combination vehicles longer than 25 feet or wider than 80 inches (excluding mirrors, bumpers and other safety devices) must have certain equipment. Lights and Reflectors The following lighting equipment is required on vehicles operated outside the limits of cities, towns or villages between sunset and sunrise: - two yellow or amber lights on the front of the vehicle; one light must be on each upper-front corner and visible for 500 feet. - three red lights on the rear of the vehicle, which must be in a horizontal line and visible for 500 feet. - two yellow or amber reflectors on the front of the vehicle; one reflector must be on each lower corner. - two red reflectors on the rear of the vehicle; one reflector must be no more than 12 inches from each lower corner." "Any single axle of a 2-axle motor vehicle weighing ___________ pounds or less and not a part of a combination of vehicles may carry an axle load of up to _________ pounds. - CORRECT ANSWER 36,000 20,000" "All vehicles weighing __________ pounds or more gross weight must stop at any official weighing station. - CORRECT ANSWER 16,000 Refusal to allow a load to be weighed after being directed to do so by an officer may result in a fine." "The rules for width, length, height or weight do not apply to: - CORRECT ANSWER - firefighting equipment or snow and ice removal vehicles owned or operated by governmental agencies. - public utility vehicles transporting equipment required for emergency repair of public facilities. - certain farm machinery; however, farm tractors must not be operated on highways except when in connection with farming operations." "What is the proper method of braking on long downhill grades? - CORRECT ANSWER - Apply the brakes just hard enough to feel a definite slowdown. - When your speed has been reduced to approximately 5 mph below your safe speed, release the brakes. This brake application should last about three seconds. - When your speed has increased to a safe speed, repeat both of the prior proper braking techniques." "At what distance must warning flags, flares or other approved warning devices be visible? - CORRECT ANSWER 500 feet in the dark" "Disabled vehicles must immediately display a ______________________ on the traffic side of the vehicle. - CORRECT ANSWER lighted fusee, red electric lantern or portable red emergency reflector" "Lights required for Disabled vehicles on Divided Highways - CORRECT ANSWER Divided highways — One must be placed 10 feet from the disabled vehicle on the traffic side in the direction of the nearest approaching traffic. A second one must be placed 100 feet from the disabled vehicle in the center of the lane or on the shoulder in the direction of the approaching traffic. A third must be placed 200 feet from the disabled vehicle in the center of the lane or on the shoulder in the direction of approaching traffic." "Lights required for Disabled vehicles on All other Roadways - CORRECT ANSWER One must be placed at least 10 feet from the disabled vehicle on the traffic side in the direction of the nearest approaching traffic. A second one must be placed 100 feet from the disabled vehicle toward traffic approaching in that lane. A third must be placed 100 feet in the opposite direction from the disabled vehicle in the center of the lane or on the shoulder" "Lights required for Disabled vehicles using compressed gas as a fuel, and vehicles carrying explosives, flammable liquids or compressed flammable gas - CORRECT ANSWER Motor vehicles using compressed gas as a fuel, and vehicles carrying explosives, flammable liquids or compressed flammable gas may become disabled. When this occurs, the driver must immediately display three red electric lanterns or portable red emergency reflectors. One must be placed 10 feet from the disabled vehicle on the traffic side. It must be in the direction of the nearest approaching traffic. A second one must be placed 100 feet to the front of the disabled vehicle in the center of the lane or on the shoulder. A third one must be placed 100 feet to the rear of the disabled vehicle in the center of the lane or on the shoulder." "The driver of any second division vehicle carrying passengers for hire, any bus that meets all the special requirements for school buses, and second division vehicles required to be placarded by federal and state law for carrying hazardous materials must stop at all railroad crossings in the following manner: - CORRECT ANSWER - Stop within 50 feet, but not less than 15 feet, from the nearest rail. - Listen and look for the approach of a train. Do not proceed until such movement can be made safely. - Proceed only in a gear not requiring a change of gears during the crossing. Do not shift gears while crossing the track or tracks." "The following are laws that apply to a vehicle towing another vehicle: - CORRECT ANSWER - The drawbar or other connections must be strong enough to pull all the weight of the vehicle being towed. - The drawbar or other connections may not exceed 15 feet from one vehicle to the other. This does not include the connection between two vehicles transporting poles, pipes, machinery or other objects that cannot be taken apart easily. - A drawbar must be used to tow a vehicle on any controlled-access highway or on a roadway outside a business, residential or suburban district. - Each towed vehicle must be coupled with two safety chains or cables to the towing vehicle. Chains and cables must be large and strong enough to prevent the towed vehicle from parting with the towing vehicle. This is necessary in case the drawbar breaks. - A passenger may not occupy a trailer, semi-trailer, farm wagon or other vehicle while being towed on public highways. Exceptions apply when the vehicle does not exceed 15 mph and is used in connection with a parade or farming activity, or the passenger is over age 18." "Illinois driver's licenses are classified by the ___________ of a vehicle (and any towed vehicles) - CORRECT ANSWER GVWR" "Class A - CORRECT ANSWER Any combination of motor vehicles with a GCWR of 26,001 pounds or more, providing the GVWR of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds. Also allows for operation of Class B, C and D vehicles." "Class B - CORRECT ANSWER Any single motor vehicle with a GCWR of 26,001 pounds or more or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds. Also allows for operation of Class C and D vehicles." "Class C - CORRECT ANSWER Any motor vehicle with a GVWR of more than 16,000 pounds, but less than 26,001 pounds or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds. Also allows for operation of Class D vehicles." "Class D - CORRECT ANSWER Any motor vehicle with a GVWR of 16,000 pounds or less. Does not include A. B, C, L or M vehicles." "Class L - CORRECT ANSWER Any motor-driven cycle with less than 150cc displacement." "Class M - CORRECT ANSWER Any motorcycle or motor-driven cycle." "Class I - CORRECT ANSWER designated state and local highways: No overall length limit." "Class II - CORRECT ANSWER designated state and local highways: No overall length limit; however, the maximum allowable wheelbase is 55 feet for truck tractor-semitrailer com - binations and 65 feet for truck tractor-semitrailer-trailer (double-bottom) com binations." "Class III - CORRECT ANSWER highways and remainder of state highway system: Maximum allow - able wheelbase is 55 feet for the truck tractor-semitrailer combinations. All other types of vehicle combinations are limited to an overall length of 60 feet including load." "Non-designated local streets and highways: - CORRECT ANSWER Maximum overall length is 55 feet, including loads for truck tractor-semitrailer combinations, and 60 feet for all other types of vehicle combinations." "Rear-wheel braking skids occur when __________________ - CORRECT ANSWER the rear drive wheels lock. Because locked wheels have less traction than rolling wheels, the rear wheels usually slide sideways in an attempt to "catch up" with the front wheels. In a bus or straight truck, the vehicle will slide sideways in a "spin out." With vehicles towing trailers, a drive-wheel skid can let the trailer push the towing vehicle sideways, causing a sudden jackknife." "Follow these procedures to correct a drive-wheel braking skid: - CORRECT ANSWER - Stop braking — This will let the rear wheels roll again and keep them from sliding any farther. If on ice, push in the clutch to let the wheels turn freely. - Turn quickly — When a vehicle begins to slide sideways, quickly steer in the direction you want the vehicle to go down the road. You must turn the wheel quickly. - Countersteer — As a vehicle turns back on course, it has a tendency to keep turning. Unless you turn the steering wheel quickly the other way, you may find yourself skidding in the opposite direction." "Most front-wheel skids are caused by ___________________ - CORRECT ANSWER driving too fast for conditions. Other causes are lack of tread on the front tires and cargo loaded so there is not enough weight on the front axle. In a front-wheel skid, the front end tends to go in a straight line regardless of how much you turn the steering wheel. On a very slippery surface, you may not be able to steer around a curve or turn." "When a front-wheel skid occurs, the only way to stop the skid is to _______________________ - CORRECT ANSWER let the vehicle slow down. Stop turning and/or braking so hard. Slow down as quickly as possible without skidding." "The ____________-type fire extinguisher is designed to work on electrical fires and burning liquids. - CORRECT ANSWER B:C" "The ______________-type is designed to work on burning wood, paper and cloth as well. - CORRECT ANSWER A:B:C" "Name the lighting equipment required for second division or combination vehicles 20 feet and weighing more than 3,000 gross pounds must have special reflectors when operated outside the limits of cities, villages or towns between sunset and sunrise. - CORRECT ANSWER The required reflectors, which must be approved by IDOT, include: - two amber reflectors on each side of the vehicle, no more than 5 feet above the road and placed at approximately one-third the length of the side of the vehicle. - one amber reflector on each side of the vehicle, no more than 12 inches from the front and no more than 5 feet above the road. - one red reflector on each side of the vehicle, no more than 12 inches from the rear and no more than 5 feet above the road." "Special equipment required on trailers with a gross weight of 3,000 pounds or less includes: - CORRECT ANSWER - two red reflectors on the rear of the vehicle, no more than 12 inches from each lower corner and visible for 300 feet in headlight beams. - right and left electric turn signals on the front and rear visible from 300 feet" "What is the maximum width for most vehicles? - CORRECT ANSWER The maximum width for most vehicles is 8 feet, except on designated Class I and II state highways and designated local roads where a width of 8 feet, 6 inches is allowed." "Exemptions to maximum widths are: - CORRECT ANSWER - Loads of farm products or implements of husbandry being transported during the period from one-half hour after sunrise to one-half hour before sunset in times of good visibility. These vehicles are not exempt when there is not enough light, during bad weather conditions, or when persons or vehicles on the roadway cannot be clearly seen from 1,000 feet away. - Buses operating within the limits of cities and villages located in counties with populations of 500,000 or more. Maximum widths may be up to 9 feet; however, no vehicle wider than 8 feet, 8 inches may be operated on interstate highways in those counties." "No vehicle with or without a load, other than a semitrailer, shall exceed a length of ______ feet. - CORRECT ANSWER 42" "Exceptions to Length Requirements - CORRECT ANSWER vehicles hauling pipes, poles, machinery or other structural objects that cannot be quickly taken apart. However, the length of these objects may not exceed 80 feet, except for public utility emergency repairs or for those holding special permits. These vehicles are not allowed to operate when it is dark or on Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays." "The maximum height for all vehicles on all highways is - CORRECT ANSWER 13 feet, 6 inches, including load, from the underside of the tire to the top of the vehicle." "The maximum weight limit on designated state and local streets and highways is __________ pounds on a single axle; _____________ pounds on a tandem; and up to ___________ pounds on a 5-axle combination, depending upon axle spacings. - CORRECT ANSWER 20,000 34,000 80,000" "On non-designated streets and highways the limit is __________ pounds on a single axle; ____________ pounds on a tandem; and up to ___________ pounds on a 5-axle combination. - CORRECT ANSWER 20,000 34,000 80,000" "The use of brakes on a long and/or steep downgrade is only a supplement to the braking effect of the engine. Once the vehicle is in the proper low gear, follow these proper braking techniques: - CORRECT ANSWER - Apply the brakes just hard enough to feel a definite slowdown. - When your speed has been reduced to approximately 5 mph below your safe speed, release the brakes. This brake application should last about three seconds. - When your speed has increased to a safe speed, repeat both of the prior proper braking techniques." "What are the laws that apply to one vehicle towing another? - CORRECT ANSWER - The drawbar or other connections must be strong enough to pull all the weight of the vehicle being towed. - The drawbar or other connections may not exceed 15 feet from one vehicle to the other. This does not include the connection between two vehicles transporting poles, pipes, machinery or other objects that cannot be taken apart easily. - A drawbar must be used to tow a vehicle on any controlled-access highway or on a roadway outside a business, residential or suburban district. - Each towed vehicle must be coupled with two safety chains or cables to the towing vehicle. Chains and cables must be large and strong enough to prevent the towed vehicle from parting with the towing vehicle. This is necessary in case the drawbar breaks. - A passenger may not occupy a trailer, semi-trailer, farm wagon or other vehicle while being towed on public highways. Exceptions apply when the vehicle does not exceed 15 mph and is used in connection with a parade or farming activity, or the passenger is over age 18." "What are the maximum weights for single, tandem and 5-axle combinations? - CORRECT ANSWER 20,000 34,000 80,000" "A second division vehicle is: - CORRECT ANSWER - designed to carry more than 10 persons; - designed or used for living quarters; - designed for pulling or carrying freight or cargo; - a first division vehicle remodeled for use as a second division vehicle; or - a first division vehicle used and registered as a school bus." "Operators of a second division vehicle with a gross motor vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds or more are required to carry a ______________ with them at all times while operating the vehicle. In addition, drivers are required to maintain a file containing a written test verification, road test verification and other records. - CORRECT ANSWER Medical Examiner's Certificate" "What is the maximum length allowed for second division vehicles, empty or loaded? What are the exceptions? - CORRECT ANSWER Max length: 42 ft. Exceptions: vehicles hauling pipes,poles, machinery, or objects that cannot betaken apart, but they may not exceed 80 ft. EX: Semitrailers, charter or regulated route buses may be up to 45ft not including bumpers." "Flares, fusees or signals produced by flame should not be used for vehicles carrying ____________________. - CORRECT ANSWER explosives or flammable cargos" "When a vehicle is disabled within ______ feet of a curve, hillcrest or other obstruction, the warning signal must be placed in a location that will warn oncoming drivers. It must be between _______________ from the disabled vehicle. - CORRECT ANSWER 500 100 feet and 500 feet" "Disabled vehicles must display nonflammable red flags or portable emergency reflectors in the following manner on Divided Highways: - CORRECT ANSWER One must be placed 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle. A second one must be placed 100 feet to the rear of the vehicle." "Disabled vehicles must display nonflammable red flags or portable emergency reflectors in the following manner on: All other roadways - CORRECT ANSWER One must be placed 100 feet to the front of the vehicle and a second one must be placed 100 feet to the rear of the vehicle." "No person may operate any second division motor vehicle weighing more than 8,000 pounds; or 8,000 pounds or less towing a trailer; or any motor vehicle towing a house trailer upon a highway outside an urban district at any time unless the vehicle is equipped with the following equipment: - CORRECT ANSWER - Flares, lanterns or reflectors — Each vehicle must carry three liquid-burning flares, three red electric lanterns or three portable red emergency reflectors, which are visible for 500 feet in the dark. - Fusees — Three red-burning, 15-minute fusees are required if red electric lanterns or portable red emergency reflectors are not carried. - Flags or reflectors — Two red cloth flags at least 12-inches square with standards for support flags, or two portable red emergency reflectors approved by the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 125." "What are the requirements for reducing overweight on vehicles? - CORRECT ANSWER - the driver must stop the vehicle in a suitable place. - the truck must remain standing until a part of the load is removed or shifted to comply with the law. - any material unloaded shall be the responsibility of the owner or operator. - the driver or owner shall be arrested by the officer who finds the vehicle overweight. No arrest ticket will be issued if the overweight is 2,000 pounds or less and the driver or owner shifts or removes the excess. This arrest tolerance is reduced to 1,000 pounds for vehicle combinations having a registered weight in excess of 80,000 pounds. Special permission to move those vehicles exceeding maximum size and weight limits may be obtained from IDOT." "Drivers or owners are responsible for overweight vehicles. The weight allowed on an Illinois plate is shown on the registration card. This card must be in the _____________ - CORRECT ANSWER cab of the truck or bus, carried by the driver or carried by the person in control of the vehicle." "What types of vehicles are required to stop at railroad crossings? - CORRECT ANSWER The driver of any second division vehicle carrying passengers for hire, any bus that meets all the special requirements for school buses, and second division vehicles required to be placarded by federal and state law for carrying hazardous materials must stop at all railroad crossings" "What is the maximum height, including load, for all vehicles? - CORRECT ANSWER The maximum height for all vehicles on all highways is 13 feet, 6 inches, including load, from the underside of the tire to the top of the vehicle." "How do you mark a load that projects 4 feet or more to the rear of the vehicle? - CORRECT ANSWER Projecting loads extending 4 feet or more to the rear of a vehicle must display a red light to the rear of the load. The red light must be seen for at least 500 feet when it is dark. At all other times there must be a red flag or red cloth not less than 12-inches square at the end of the projecting load. When it is dark the vehicle must be equipped with: - two lamps with a white light that can be seen 1,000 feet to the front of the vehicle. - two lamps with a red light that can be seen 1,000 feet to the rear of the vehicle." "On a two-lane roadway, what is the maximum legal speed limit for trucks with a gross weight of 8,000 pounds or more? - CORRECT ANSWER The maximum speed limit for vehicles with a gross weight of 8,000 pounds or more is 70 mph." "a commercial motor vehicle is defined as: - CORRECT ANSWER - Any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, providing the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds. - Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds. - Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver. - Any vehicle, regardless of size, required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials." "A ______________________ must be displayed on the rear of certain slow-moving farm vehicles, construction equipment and vehicles drawn by animals. - CORRECT ANSWER red and orange slow-moving vehicle emblem" "Following are laws that apply to vehicles requiring slow-moving emblems: - CORRECT ANSWER - Emblems — A slow-moving emblem must be placed at the rear of the vehicle 4 feet to 12 feet above the road surface. The emblem must meet IDOT specifications. - Rear light — When lights are required, a flashing amber signal must be mounted as high as possible to the base of the vehicle and be visible for at least 500 feet in normal sunlight. The flashing amber signal light also may be lighted during daylight hours. - Lane usage — Vehicles with slow-moving emblems must drive in the right-hand lane." "When you have to back, follow these safety rules: - CORRECT ANSWER - Look closely at your path — Look at your line of travel before you begin. Get out and walk around the vehicle. Check your clearance to the sides and overhead in and near the path your vehicle will take. - Back slowly — Always back as slowly as possible. Use the lowest reverse gear so you can easily correct steering errors. You also can stop quickly if necessary. - Back and turn toward the driver's side — Back to the driver's side so you can see better. Backing toward the right side is very dangerous because you cannot see as well. If you back and turn toward the driver's side, you can watch the rear of your vehicle by looking out the side window. Use driver-side backing, even if it means going around the block; the added safety is worth it. - Use a helper — There are blind spots you cannot see. That is why a helper is very important. The helper should stand near the back of your vehicle where you can see him or her. Before you begin backing, work out hand signals you both understand; agree on a signal for "stop."" "The following are special conditions when you should downshift: - CORRECT ANSWER - Before starting down a hill — Slow down and shift down to a speed you can control without using the brakes hard; otherwise the brakes can overheat and lose their braking power. Downshift before starting down the hill. Make sure you are in 15 16 a low enough gear, usually lower than the gear required to climb the same hill. - Before entering a curve — Slow down to a safe speed and downshift to the right gear before entering the curve. This lets you use some power through the curve to help the vehicle be more stable while turning. It also lets you speed up as soon as you are out of the curve." "Following are rules to help prevent right-turn crashes: - CORRECT ANSWER - Turn slowly to give yourself and others more time to avoid problems. - If you are driving a truck or bus that cannot make the right turn without swinging into another lane, turn wide as you complete the turn (Figure 1). Keep the rear of the vehicle close to the curb; this will stop other drivers from passing you on the right. - Do not turn wide to the left as you start the turn (Figure 2). A following driver may think you are turning left and try to pass on the right. You may crash into the other vehicle as you complete your turn. - If you must cross into the oncoming lane to make a turn, watch out for vehicles coming toward you. Give them room to go by or to stop. However, do not back up for them, because you might hit someone behind you."