Take Texas CDL Class A Knowledge Test 2

QUESTION 1 / 25

What is another name for front-end header boards?

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AHeadache racks✓BCargo stoppers✓CHead braces✓DBallasts✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

When driving through a work zone, you should:

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ASlow down.✓BSpeed up.✓CUse a cell phone.✓DSteer with one hand to keep the other hand free.✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

If a person commits two serious traffic violations within a three-year period, they will:

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ALose their CDL for at least one week.✓BLose their CDL for at least 30 days.✓CLose their CDL for at least 60 days.✓DLose their CDL for at least two years.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

When an engine is started:

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AThe brakes should be locked up.✓BWarning lights should come on and then quickly turn off.✓CThe coolant temperature will decrease.✓DThe hood must be open.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

When operating a vehicle with a dual brake system, a driver should:

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ALet the vehicle warm up before driving to ensure that fuel reaches the engine.✓BWait to begin driving until the air compressor builds up a minimum pressure of 100 psi in both the primary and secondary systems.✓CBegin driving just after the vehicle starts.✓DPump the pedal about 20 times to build pressure, then begin driving.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

How does doubling your speed from 20 mph to 40 mph affect your vehicle's braking distance?

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AIt stays about the same.✓BIt increases slightly.✓CIt doubles.✓DIt quadruples.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

If a tire fails, the driver should:

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AKeep one hand on the steering wheel and use their other hand to wave to other drivers.✓BStomp on the brakes.✓CNot use the brakes.✓DAccelerate.✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

When driving with a load, the driver should:

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AStop and check on the cargo within the first 50 miles of the trip.✓BAsk other drivers about the condition of their load.✓CUse the side mirrors only to check on the cargo.✓DNot check on the cargo if it was secured properly before starting the trip.✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

When nearing a construction worker who is close to the road, you should:

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AIncrease your speed.✓BDecrease your speed.✓CNot drive in any lane.✓DWait until the construction is complete before proceeding.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

During exercises that are not the straight line backing exercise, you may exit your vehicle to check its position no more than:

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AOne time.✓BTwo times.✓CThree times.✓DFour times.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

When passing another vehicle, you should:

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AMake eye contact with the other driver.✓BAssume the other driver doesn’t see you.✓CHonk your horn.✓DWave to other drivers.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

When checking the air and electrical lines during a vehicle inspection, all of the following should be true, except:

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AThe air hoses are making a hissing noise.✓BThe air hoses and electrical lines are not cut.✓CThe air lines are not pinched.✓DThe air lines are not dragging against tractor parts.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

If a truck's Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is not working:

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AThe truck will not have any brakes.✓BThe truck should be driven only at slow speeds.✓CThe truck will still have brakes.✓DThe truck will lack brakes on its left side.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

What can change the height of a vehicle?

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AColor✓BLength✓CWeight✓DNumber of windows✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

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 16 / 25

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 17 / 25

What is a wig wag?

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AA type of warning system✓BA tube used to move air from the compressor to the tanks✓CA noise made by air brakes when used✓DA part within the braking unit that allows air to move freely✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

When exiting your vehicle, you must maintain ____ with the vehicle at all times.

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AOne point of contact✓BFour points of contact✓CThree points of contact✓DTwo points of contact✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

During the straight line backing exercise, how many times are you permitted to exit the vehicle to check its position?

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AOne time✓BTwo times✓CThree times✓DFour times✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

During a static leakage test, the maximum leakage rate for a double combination vehicle is:

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A3 psi in one minute.✓B6 psi in one minute.✓C8 psi in one minute.✓D4 psi in one minute.✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

Antifreeze helps to keep an engine functioning properly:

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ABut only in cold weather.✓BBut only in hot weather.✓CRegardless of the weather.✓DWhile minimizing the vehicle's fuel use.✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

What happens if the air pressure in a system's air tanks falls below 60 psi?

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AA warning light will come on.✓BThe vehicle will not shift out of gear.✓CThe front lights will flash.✓DThe vehicle should stop.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

When taking the on-road test, you will be evaluated on regular traffic checks. You should not:

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AScan the road for pedestrians.✓BCheck traffic regularly.✓CAvoid checking your mirrors near intersections.✓DCheck your mirrors regularly.✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

When starting the engine as part of the pre-trip inspection, the driver should:

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AListen for unusual noises.✓BRev the engine.✓CTurn up the radio.✓DTurn on the heater.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

While driving, if you notice anything affecting safety or mechanics, you should:

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AStay quiet and see if the problem goes away.✓BMake a written report that includes your concerns.✓CTry to fix the issue yourself.✓DNot use that part of the vehicle and hope others don't notice the problem.✓