Take Massachusetts CDL Passenger Test 2

QUESTION 1 / 19

When backing, a helper:

Choose one answer below.

AShould be used whenever possible.✓BOften adds to the confusion of backing.✓CShould only be used if the driver is not feeling confident.✓DWould likely get in the way.✓

QUESTION 2 / 19

When checking your vehicle's lights before driving:

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AThe vehicle should be running and in gear.✓BThe engine should be turned off.✓CThe check can be done from inside the vehicle.✓DThe check can be done by looking at a reflection from a shiny surface.✓

QUESTION 3 / 19

If you are being tailgated, you should:

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ADrive on the shoulder.✓BPull off the roadway.✓CDrive faster.✓DAllow the vehicle to pass.✓

QUESTION 4 / 19

An open automobile window in cold weather may indicate that the driver is:

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ADriving impaired.✓BInappropriately dressed.✓CUsing the heat inside their vehicle.✓DEnjoying the fresh air.✓

QUESTION 5 / 19

When you must travel down a grade, when should you switch into a lower gear?

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ABefore beginning the grade✓BAfter you have already started the grade✓CAs far down the grade as possible✓DAt the bottom of the grade✓

QUESTION 6 / 19

If confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:

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AMake eye contact with the driver.✓BReact to the driver's gestures.✓CChallenge the driver to a road race.✓DIgnore the driver, if possible.✓

QUESTION 7 / 19

When driving on packed snow, you should reduce your speed:

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ABy at least one-half.✓BBy about one-third.✓CBy about one-quarter.✓DBy about one-eighth.✓

QUESTION 8 / 19

If driving a school bus, your four-way flashers should:

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ABe activated before crossing railroad tracks.✓BNever be used.✓COnly be used after crossing railroad tracks.✓DOnly be used near railroad tracks if a train is approaching.✓

QUESTION 9 / 19

During a bus ride:

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ACarry-on baggage may be kept in the aisle.✓BPassengers may sit in the aisle.✓CAisles must remain free of obstacles.✓DItems may be placed in the aisle if passengers could easily step over them.✓

QUESTION 10 / 19

A pre-trip inspection:

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AShould never be completed the same way two times in a row.✓BShould always be completed in the same order.✓CShould only be done if it is sunny outside.✓DShould not be done if the driver thinks the vehicle is in good operating order.✓

QUESTION 11 / 19

During the pre-trip vehicle inspection test:

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AApplicants will not have to identify the ABS.✓BWindshield wipers are not to be addressed.✓CShock absorbers only need to be checked on one axle.✓DThe steering box should be checked for leaks.✓

QUESTION 12 / 19

A vehicle stopped at a green light may indicate that the driver:

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AIs impaired.✓BIs colorblind.✓CDoes not know the rules of the road.✓DIs very patient.✓

QUESTION 13 / 19

Small amounts of a hazardous material may be transported on a bus if:

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AThe driver gets paid extra.✓BThere is no other way to transport the material.✓CThe passengers are notified in advance.✓DThere is no inclement weather in the forecast.✓

QUESTION 14 / 19

If required to complete a vehicle inspection report in writing, the report must be signed:

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AEvery day.✓BOnly if defects have been noted and certified to have been repaired.✓COnly if the repairs are estimated to cost more than $1,000.✓DOnly if requested to do so by a law enforcement officer.✓

QUESTION 15 / 19

Hydraulic brakes can fail for one of two reasons. Which of the following is one of those reasons?

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AThere is a loss of hydraulic pressure.✓BYou are driving uphill.✓CThe brakes get too cold.✓DThe brakes are used too much in one day.✓

QUESTION 16 / 19

Which of the following is not a way to reduce driving distractions?

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APre-programming radio stations✓BPlanning the route before driving✓CEating while driving✓DAdjusting mirrors before driving✓

QUESTION 17 / 19

Why should your mirrors be adjusted to show the road behind you as well as part of your vehicle?

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AHaving only the road in the mirrors would likely make the driver carsick.✓BHaving part of the truck in the mirrors serves as a point of reference.✓CIt is illegal to have only the road in the mirrors.✓DThe driver should be able to see the reflection of surrounding vehicles on the trailer.✓

QUESTION 18 / 19

If using a helper while backing a vehicle, where should they stand?

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AIn front of the passenger side✓BIn front of the driver side✓COn the wide of the truck✓DNear the back of the truck✓

QUESTION 19 / 19

When using a fire extinguisher on a fire, you should:

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AGet as close to the fire as possible.✓BStay as far away from the fire as possible.✓CAim the extinguisher at the top of the flames.✓DAim the fire extinguisher at the ground about two feet away from the fire.✓