TEXAS CDL HANDBOOK QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Section 2.7 and 2.8- What is a hazard? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-A hazard is any road condition or
other road user (driver, bicyclist, pedestrian) that is a possible danger. For example, a car in front of
you is headed toward the freeway exit, but his
Subsection 2.7 and 2.8 If you swing wide to the left before turning right, another driver may try to
pass you on the right. True or False? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-True
Subsection 2.7 and 2.8 Why make emergency plans when you see a hazard? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-
You will be a prepared defensive driver who will improve your own safety as well as the safety of all
road users.
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 what are some tips to follow so you won't become a distracted driver?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW--Assess all potential in-vehicle distractions before driving
Section 2.2 If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back? ✅✅CORRECT
ANSW-Put on the parking bake whenever necessary to keep from rolling back.
Section 2.7 and 2.8 How do you find out how many seconds of following distance space you have?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-- If you are driving a 40 ft. truck and only counted up to 2 seconds, you're too
close. Drop back a little and count again until you have 4 seconds of following distance. (or 5
seconds, if you're going over 40 mph.)
- to know how much space you have wait until the vehicle ahead passes a shadow on the road, a
pavement marking, or some other clear landmark. Then count off the seconds like this: "one
thousand-and one, one thousand-and-two" and so on, until you reach the same spot.
Section 2.7 and 2.8- If you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, how many seconds of following
distance should you allow? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-4 seconds
Section 2.7 and 2.8- You should decrease your following distance if somebody is following you too
closely. True or False? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-False
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 How do you use in-vehicle communications equipment cautiously? If you must
use a mobile phone, make sure it is within close-proximity, that it is operable. while you are
restrained, use an earpiece or the speaker phone function. ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-If you must use a
,mobile phone, make sure it is within close-proximity, that it is operable. while you are restrained,
use an earpiece or the speaker phone function.
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 What is the difference between aggressive driving and road rage?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Aggressive driving- act of operating a motor vehicle in a selfish, bold, or
pushy manner
Road rage- operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 What should you do when confronted with an aggressive driver?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Slow down and keep your following distance reasonable. Don't drive slowly
in left lane of traffic. Avoid gestures. Keep hands on wheel
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 What are some things you can do to reduce your stress before and while you
drive? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Put on easy listening music
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 How do you recognize a distracted driver? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Vehicles may
drift over the care divider lines- vehicles traveling at inconsistent speeds.- drivers who are
preoccupied with maps, food, cigarettes, cell phones, or other objects.
Subsection 2.11-2.14 you should use low beams whenever you can. True or false? ✅✅CORRECT
ANSW-False
Subsection 2.11-2.14 What should you do before you drive if you are drowsy? ✅✅CORRECT
ANSW-If you look sleepy or feel sleepy, stop driving.
Subsection 2.11-2.14 What effects can wet brakes cause? How can you avoid these problems?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Can cause brakes to be weak, to apply unevenly, or to grab. This can cause
lack of braking power, wheel lockups, pulling one side to the other, and jackknife if you pull a trailer.
Subsection 2.11-2.14 You should let the air out of hot tires so the pressure goes back to normal. True
or False? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-False
Subsection 2.11-2.14 You can safely remove the radiator cap, as long as the engine isn't overheated?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-False.
, Subsection 2.15-2.16 What factors determine your selection of a "safe" speed when going down a
long steep downgrade? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-With older trucks, a rule for choosing gears is to use
the same gear going down a hill that you would need to climb the hill.
Subsection 2.15-2.16 Why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Gravity plays a major role.
Subsection 2.15-2.16 Describe the proper braking technique when going down a long steep
downgrade ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Apply the brakes just hard enough to feel a definite slowdown.
Subsection 2.15-2.16 What types of vehicles can get stuck on a railroad- highway crossing?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Low slung units (lowboy, car carrier, moving van, possum belly livestock
trailer)
Subsection 2.15-2.16 How long does it take for a typical tractor-trailer unit to clear a double track?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-15 seconds
Subsection 2.17-2.19 Stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency. True or False?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-True
Subsection 2.17-2.19 What are the advantages of going right instead of left around an obstacle?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-You won't force anyone into an opposing traffic lane and a possible head on
collision.
Subsection 2.17-2.19 What is an escape ramp? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Ramps usually located a few
miles from the top of the downgrade. Some escape ramps use soft gravel that resists the motion of
the vehicle and brings it to a stop.
Subsection 2.17-2.19 If a tire blows out, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly. True or
false? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-False
Subsection 2.17-2.19 How do you know if your vehicle has anti lock brakes? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-
Tractors, trucks, and buses will have yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the instrument panel.
AND CORRECT ANSWERS
Section 2.7 and 2.8- What is a hazard? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-A hazard is any road condition or
other road user (driver, bicyclist, pedestrian) that is a possible danger. For example, a car in front of
you is headed toward the freeway exit, but his
Subsection 2.7 and 2.8 If you swing wide to the left before turning right, another driver may try to
pass you on the right. True or False? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-True
Subsection 2.7 and 2.8 Why make emergency plans when you see a hazard? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-
You will be a prepared defensive driver who will improve your own safety as well as the safety of all
road users.
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 what are some tips to follow so you won't become a distracted driver?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW--Assess all potential in-vehicle distractions before driving
Section 2.2 If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back? ✅✅CORRECT
ANSW-Put on the parking bake whenever necessary to keep from rolling back.
Section 2.7 and 2.8 How do you find out how many seconds of following distance space you have?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-- If you are driving a 40 ft. truck and only counted up to 2 seconds, you're too
close. Drop back a little and count again until you have 4 seconds of following distance. (or 5
seconds, if you're going over 40 mph.)
- to know how much space you have wait until the vehicle ahead passes a shadow on the road, a
pavement marking, or some other clear landmark. Then count off the seconds like this: "one
thousand-and one, one thousand-and-two" and so on, until you reach the same spot.
Section 2.7 and 2.8- If you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, how many seconds of following
distance should you allow? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-4 seconds
Section 2.7 and 2.8- You should decrease your following distance if somebody is following you too
closely. True or False? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-False
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 How do you use in-vehicle communications equipment cautiously? If you must
use a mobile phone, make sure it is within close-proximity, that it is operable. while you are
restrained, use an earpiece or the speaker phone function. ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-If you must use a
,mobile phone, make sure it is within close-proximity, that it is operable. while you are restrained,
use an earpiece or the speaker phone function.
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 What is the difference between aggressive driving and road rage?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Aggressive driving- act of operating a motor vehicle in a selfish, bold, or
pushy manner
Road rage- operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 What should you do when confronted with an aggressive driver?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Slow down and keep your following distance reasonable. Don't drive slowly
in left lane of traffic. Avoid gestures. Keep hands on wheel
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 What are some things you can do to reduce your stress before and while you
drive? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Put on easy listening music
Subsection 2.9- 2.10 How do you recognize a distracted driver? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Vehicles may
drift over the care divider lines- vehicles traveling at inconsistent speeds.- drivers who are
preoccupied with maps, food, cigarettes, cell phones, or other objects.
Subsection 2.11-2.14 you should use low beams whenever you can. True or false? ✅✅CORRECT
ANSW-False
Subsection 2.11-2.14 What should you do before you drive if you are drowsy? ✅✅CORRECT
ANSW-If you look sleepy or feel sleepy, stop driving.
Subsection 2.11-2.14 What effects can wet brakes cause? How can you avoid these problems?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Can cause brakes to be weak, to apply unevenly, or to grab. This can cause
lack of braking power, wheel lockups, pulling one side to the other, and jackknife if you pull a trailer.
Subsection 2.11-2.14 You should let the air out of hot tires so the pressure goes back to normal. True
or False? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-False
Subsection 2.11-2.14 You can safely remove the radiator cap, as long as the engine isn't overheated?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-False.
, Subsection 2.15-2.16 What factors determine your selection of a "safe" speed when going down a
long steep downgrade? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-With older trucks, a rule for choosing gears is to use
the same gear going down a hill that you would need to climb the hill.
Subsection 2.15-2.16 Why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Gravity plays a major role.
Subsection 2.15-2.16 Describe the proper braking technique when going down a long steep
downgrade ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Apply the brakes just hard enough to feel a definite slowdown.
Subsection 2.15-2.16 What types of vehicles can get stuck on a railroad- highway crossing?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Low slung units (lowboy, car carrier, moving van, possum belly livestock
trailer)
Subsection 2.15-2.16 How long does it take for a typical tractor-trailer unit to clear a double track?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-15 seconds
Subsection 2.17-2.19 Stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency. True or False?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-True
Subsection 2.17-2.19 What are the advantages of going right instead of left around an obstacle?
✅✅CORRECT ANSW-You won't force anyone into an opposing traffic lane and a possible head on
collision.
Subsection 2.17-2.19 What is an escape ramp? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-Ramps usually located a few
miles from the top of the downgrade. Some escape ramps use soft gravel that resists the motion of
the vehicle and brings it to a stop.
Subsection 2.17-2.19 If a tire blows out, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly. True or
false? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-False
Subsection 2.17-2.19 How do you know if your vehicle has anti lock brakes? ✅✅CORRECT ANSW-
Tractors, trucks, and buses will have yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the instrument panel.
