Take Illinois CDL Tank Test 1

QUESTION 1 / 20

When steering to avoid a crash, you should:

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AOnly use one hand to steer.✓BKeep both hands on the steering wheel.✓CNot use your mirrors to check other lanes.✓DSpeed up as you get nearer to the hazard.✓

QUESTION 2 / 20

When approaching a railroad crossing, you should:

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AIncrease your speed to get across the tracks as quickly as possible.✓BRoll your window down to listen for a train.✓CRely on traffic control signals.✓DNever try to outdrive an approaching train.✓

QUESTION 3 / 20

If you realize you may be running late to your destination, you should:

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ADrive faster.✓BDrive while using flashing lights so other road users move out of your path.✓CDrive at a safe speed and arrive when you arrive.✓DGet upset.✓

QUESTION 4 / 20

When backing up to couple a trailer, you should position the tractor:

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AAt a 90-degree angle in front of the trailer.✓BDirectly in front of the trailer.✓CAt a 30-degree angle in front of the trailer.✓DAt a 60-degree angle in front of the trailer.✓

QUESTION 5 / 20

If coolant has to be added to a system without a recovery tank, you should:

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AKeep the vehicle running while adding coolant.✓BOpen the radiator cap quickly.✓CNot use gloves to touch the radiator cap.✓DWait for the engine to cool before adding coolant.✓

QUESTION 6 / 20

If you must make a quick stop while transporting liquids, one safe option is to:

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ATurn while braking.✓BApply the emergency brake.✓CApply the brakes with minimal pressure.✓DUse the stab braking method.✓

QUESTION 7 / 20

Hydraulic brakes can fail due to:

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AA loss of pressure.✓BCold weather.✓CDriving uphill for long periods of time.✓DGrooves in the roadway.✓

QUESTION 8 / 20

Which condition increases a tank's stopping distance?

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AA dry road✓BA loaded tank✓CAn empty tank✓DCloudy weather✓

QUESTION 9 / 20

If confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:

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ATry to get out of their way.✓BAvoid making eye contact.✓CIgnore their hand gestures.✓DAll of the above.✓

QUESTION 10 / 20

When driving a bobtail tractor, you should be aware that:

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ABobtails stop very easily.✓BBobtails cannot drive as fast as tractors with semitrailers.✓CBobtails are more difficult to stop than tractors with semitrailers.✓DBobtails are illegal in most states.✓

QUESTION 11 / 20

Your engine runs a pump used during the delivery of compressed gas. After delivery, you should turn off the engine ____ unhooking the hoses.

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ABefore✓BAfter✓CWhile✓DEither before or after✓

QUESTION 12 / 20

After connecting the air lines to the trailer while coupling, you should:

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ASupply air to the trailer.✓BChock the wheels.✓CInspect the fifth wheel.✓DConnect the electrical cord.✓

QUESTION 13 / 20

To distinguish between hazardous and non-hazardous materials on a shipping paper:

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AThe hazardous materials should be listed at the bottom of the paper.✓BThe hazardous materials should be listed at the top of the paper.✓CThe hazardous materials should be highlighted in the same color as the non-hazardous materials.✓DThe non-hazardous materials should be marked with an "X."✓

QUESTION 14 / 20

Poisonous fumes can enter the cab due to:

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AA defective exhaust system.✓BThe wrong type of fuel being used.✓CA lack of oil in the engine.✓DUnder-inflated tires.✓

QUESTION 15 / 20

A loss of air pressure in the emergency line will cause:

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AThe service brakes to activate.✓BThe tractor protection valve to close.✓CThe rear trailer to detach from the combination.✓DThe suspension springs to extend.✓

QUESTION 16 / 20

Which of the following is not a warning sign of fatigue?

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AFrequent blinking✓BRubbing your eyes✓CMissing exits or traffic signs✓DStaying within your lane✓

QUESTION 17 / 20

A person should not smoke within ____ of a vehicle placarded for Class 3 or Division 2.1 materials.

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A10 feet✓B25 feet✓C100 feet✓D1,000 feet✓

QUESTION 18 / 20

When changing lanes, you should:

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AMove quickly, before other vehicles can enter into the lane.✓BMove slowly in case another vehicle is in the lane.✓CNot use a turn signal.✓DAvoid the right lane.✓

QUESTION 19 / 20

____ identical placards must be placed on a vehicle transporting hazardous materials.

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AOne✓BTwo✓CThree✓DFour✓

QUESTION 20 / 20

If a driver begins to feel fatigued while driving, they should:

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AContinue driving.✓BDrink coffee.✓CStop and rest.✓DDrive faster to finish the trip more quickly.✓