Question 1

In the event of a hydraulic brake pressure failure, drivers can do which of the following actions to help bring the vehicle to a stop?

Accepted Answer

A)  Put the vehicle into a lower gear and pump the brakes.
B)  Put the vehicle into a higher gear and pump the brakes.
C)  Avoid using the parking brake at all costs.
D)  None of the above will help with hydraulic brake failure.

Question 2

When steering to avoid a collision or crash, drivers should do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hit the brakes hard as you steer away from the obstacle.
B)  Be prepared to counter-steer once you avoid the obstacle.
C)  Turn the steering wheel as sharply as possible.
D)  All of the above

Question 3

In handling emergency situations, the use of mirrors is important because:

Accepted Answer

A)  Mirrors allow you to know what is on your right hand side.
B)  Mirrors allow you to know what is on your left hand side.
C)  Mirror use can help prevent your vehicle from pushing others into dangerous situations.
D)  All of the above

Question 4

If driving a commercial vehicle with air brakes and the low air pressure warning light comes on, drivers should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Use controlled braking technique for stopping.
B)  Continue to nearest maintenance facility.
C)  Continue to monitor warning light to see if it goes out.
D)  Pull over and stop as quickly as safely possible.

Question 5

When using the "stab braking" method of emergency braking, which of the following should NOT be used?

Accepted Answer

A)  Apply full brakes until wheels lock up.
B)  Release brakes once locked up and reapply brakes.
C)  Gradually and gently pump the brakes.
D)  None of the above should be used in this braking method.

Question 6

Brake failure on steep downgrades can be lethal. In the event of a brake failure on a downgrade, commercial drivers should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Immediately look for an escape ramp
B)  Shift into a higher gear to help slow the vehicle.
C)  Avoid using escape ramps and escape hills as they do not work.
D)  None of the above

Question 7

In an emergency situation, if you need to brake hard yet still maintain the ability to turn, which of the following should you NOT do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use the "controlled braking" method.
B)  Use the "stab braking" method.
C)  Set the parking brake.
D)  None of the above

Question 8

In an emergency situation, if you have to steer onto the shoulder to avoid an accident, you should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Avoid braking if possible.
B)  Try to keep one set of tires on the road surface.
C)  Slow your speed.
D)  All of the above

Question 9

To recover from a drive wheel skid, drivers should do all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  Release the accelerator pedal when a skid begins.
B)  Use the clutch if needed to keep wheels turning freely.
C)  Steer into the skid to maintain control.
D)  Hit the brakes hard to stop the vehicle.

Question 10

In terms of avoiding a crash, which of the following statements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hitting the brakes hard is always the best way to avoid a crash.
B)  You can usually steer to miss an obstacle faster than braking to a stop.
C)  Using one hand on the steering wheel is better than using two hands.
D)  None of the above B

Question 11

In an emergency situation, if your vehicle entered onto the shoulder but you cannot stop (for any reason)  and are forced back onto the road, you should NOT:

Accepted Answer

A)  Grasp the steering wheel tightly and steer sharply to bring the vehicle back onto the road once it is safe to do so.
B)  Once on the roadway again, counter-steer as soon as the front tires have made contact with the road surface.
C)  Gradually steer the vehicle back onto the roadway.
D)  None of the above C

Question 12

For commercial drivers, emergency situations occur when there are issues with which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Two or more vehicles are about to crash or collide.
B)  The commercial vehicle loses or is about to lose control.
C)  Problems occur with braking, steering, tires or electrical systems.
D)  All of the above

Question 13

On commercial vehicles, hydraulic brake failure usually occurs because of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Poor maintenance
B)  Brake fade on downgrades
C)  Loss of hydraulic pressure within the system
D)  All of the above D

Question 14

One of the most common emergency situations commercial drivers experience is tire failure. Which of the following is NOT normally a sign or indication of tire failure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vibrations
B)  Loud bang
C)  Heavy steering
D)  Low air brake pressure signal

Question 15

Drivers who encounter a brake failure on steep downgrades should use escape ramps to stop the vehicle. If no escape ramp is available, the driver should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Use an open field if one is available and safe to drive into.
B)  Drive onto uphill areas if possible.
C)  Look for flatter areas to drive onto.
D)  All of the above can be useful in this type of emergency.

Question 16

Which of the following vehicles are required to have anti-lock braking systems (ABS) ?

Accepted Answer

A)  Truck tractors that use air brakes and were built after March 1, 1997
B)  Buses and trailers with air brakes built after March 1, 1998
C)  Hydraulic brake buses and trucks with GVWR over 10,000 that were built after March 1, 1999
D)  All of the above

Question 17

Generally speaking, if an approaching vehicle is drifting into your lane, you should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Steer into his lane so his vehicle can use your lane.
B)  Steer toward your right.
C)  Honk your horn and flash your lights but stay where you are on the roadway.
D)  Downshift and hit the brakes hard.

Question 18

Front wheel skids are often caused by which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Driving too fast for road conditions
B)  Not enough tread on front tires
C)  Improper loading of cargo
D)  None of the above
E)  All of the above

Question 19

In order to use the "controlled method" of emergency braking, drivers should perform which of the following actions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hit the brakes hard without locking the wheels.
B)  Use small steering movements if possible.
C)  Release brakes if wheels lock up and reapply once they are free.
D)  All of the above

Question 20

In the event of tire failure, commercial drivers should:

Accepted Answer

A)  Maintain a firm grip on steering wheel.
B)  Hit the brakes hard and fast.
C)  Steer sharply to the side of the road.
D)  Slow down but continue driving to nearest service station.

Exam 6: Emergencies

In the event of a hydraulic brake pressure failure, drivers can do which of the following actions to help bring the vehicle to a stop?

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When steering to avoid a collision or crash, drivers should do which of the following?

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In handling emergency situations, the use of mirrors is important because:

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If driving a commercial vehicle with air brakes and the low air pressure warning light comes on, drivers should:

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When using the "stab braking" method of emergency braking, which of the following should NOT be used?

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Brake failure on steep downgrades can be lethal. In the event of a brake failure on a downgrade, commercial drivers should:

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In an emergency situation, if you need to brake hard yet still maintain the ability to turn, which of the following should you NOT do?

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In an emergency situation, if you have to steer onto the shoulder to avoid an accident, you should:

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To recover from a drive wheel skid, drivers should do all of the following EXCEPT:

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In terms of avoiding a crash, which of the following statements is TRUE?

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In an emergency situation, if your vehicle entered onto the shoulder but you cannot stop (for any reason) and are forced back onto the road, you should NOT:

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For commercial drivers, emergency situations occur when there are issues with which of the following?

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On commercial vehicles, hydraulic brake failure usually occurs because of:

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One of the most common emergency situations commercial drivers experience is tire failure. Which of the following is NOT normally a sign or indication of tire failure?

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Drivers who encounter a brake failure on steep downgrades should use escape ramps to stop the vehicle. If no escape ramp is available, the driver should:

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Which of the following vehicles are required to have anti-lock braking systems (ABS) ?

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Generally speaking, if an approaching vehicle is drifting into your lane, you should:

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Front wheel skids are often caused by which of the following?

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In order to use the "controlled method" of emergency braking, drivers should perform which of the following actions?

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In the event of tire failure, commercial drivers should:

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