Entry-level driver training: obtaining a
CDL, Final Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
A commercial motor vehicles (CMV's) engine controls are used to: -
correct answer ✅Start up and shut down the vehicles engine
If your truck has a(n) _____, you must first turn the engine key to
the "on" position before engaging it. -
correct answer ✅Starter button
Which clutch position is required to start the engine or shift gears? -
correct answer ✅Clutch brake
Which of the following is a yellow, diamond-shaped knob that
allows you to activate the parking brake? -
correct answer ✅Parking brake control valve
Secondary vehicle controls... -
correct answer ✅Assist you safely in operating your vehicle.
In order to put a commercial motor vehicle on the road, you must
first... -
correct answer ✅Conduct a thorough pre-trip inspection
,Entry-level driver training: obtaining a
CDL, Final Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
Before you inspect the engine compartment and front axle
components: -
correct answer ✅Verify the parking brakes have been set.
What is the minimum tread depth for the steer-tire? -
correct answer ✅4/32
When inspecting the brake assembly, you should ensure: -
correct answer ✅The brake shoes have at least quarter inch lining.
After the initial 50-mile check, how often must you conduct
additional on-the-road inspections of the cargo securement and
secure ent devices? -
correct answer ✅Whenever a change of duty status is made,
every three hours, or 150 miles, whichever comes first.
If your CMV has a _____, the federal motor carrier safety
regulations (FMCSR) say you must use it. -
correct answer ✅Seat belt
, Entry-level driver training: obtaining a
CDL, Final Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
Which vehicle instrument measures the voltage in a vehicle's
electrical system? -
correct answer ✅Voltmeter
What is a normal operating range for a CMV's oil pressure gauge? -
correct answer ✅30-50 psi
Which of the following warning devices help you to know when
exhaust temperatures are abnormal? -
correct answer ✅Pyrometer warning light
Which of the following warning devices indicates there is
inadequate pressure in the air brake system? -
correct answer ✅Violent level alarm
What is the only circumstance you are not required to inspect the
cargo and load securing devices? -
correct answer ✅If your load is sealed and you have been ordered
not to open it and if your destination is less than 100 air miles from
your home terminal
CDL, Final Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
A commercial motor vehicles (CMV's) engine controls are used to: -
correct answer ✅Start up and shut down the vehicles engine
If your truck has a(n) _____, you must first turn the engine key to
the "on" position before engaging it. -
correct answer ✅Starter button
Which clutch position is required to start the engine or shift gears? -
correct answer ✅Clutch brake
Which of the following is a yellow, diamond-shaped knob that
allows you to activate the parking brake? -
correct answer ✅Parking brake control valve
Secondary vehicle controls... -
correct answer ✅Assist you safely in operating your vehicle.
In order to put a commercial motor vehicle on the road, you must
first... -
correct answer ✅Conduct a thorough pre-trip inspection
,Entry-level driver training: obtaining a
CDL, Final Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
Before you inspect the engine compartment and front axle
components: -
correct answer ✅Verify the parking brakes have been set.
What is the minimum tread depth for the steer-tire? -
correct answer ✅4/32
When inspecting the brake assembly, you should ensure: -
correct answer ✅The brake shoes have at least quarter inch lining.
After the initial 50-mile check, how often must you conduct
additional on-the-road inspections of the cargo securement and
secure ent devices? -
correct answer ✅Whenever a change of duty status is made,
every three hours, or 150 miles, whichever comes first.
If your CMV has a _____, the federal motor carrier safety
regulations (FMCSR) say you must use it. -
correct answer ✅Seat belt
, Entry-level driver training: obtaining a
CDL, Final Exam Questions &
Answers (Grade A+)
Which vehicle instrument measures the voltage in a vehicle's
electrical system? -
correct answer ✅Voltmeter
What is a normal operating range for a CMV's oil pressure gauge? -
correct answer ✅30-50 psi
Which of the following warning devices help you to know when
exhaust temperatures are abnormal? -
correct answer ✅Pyrometer warning light
Which of the following warning devices indicates there is
inadequate pressure in the air brake system? -
correct answer ✅Violent level alarm
What is the only circumstance you are not required to inspect the
cargo and load securing devices? -
correct answer ✅If your load is sealed and you have been ordered
not to open it and if your destination is less than 100 air miles from
your home terminal
