Ohio Class A CDL Practice Test (OH) 8

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Sample Ohio CDL Test Questions - General Knowledge

Question 1

Which pair is identified as a cause of commercial-vehicle tire fires?

  1. A High speed and frequent gear changes
  2. B Overinflated tires and sharp turns
  3. C Heavy cargo and rough pavement
  4. D Underinflated tires and dual tires that touch

Correct answer: D – Underinflated tires and dual tires that touch

Underinflated tires and touching dual tires are recognized causes of vehicle fires. Tire pressure and the spacing and condition of dual tires should be checked during inspections. Drivers should also look for signs of excessive heat around the tires and wheels whenever they stop during a trip.

Source: Ohio Commercial Driver License Manual — §§ 2.21.1–2.21.2, “Causes of Fire”; “Fire Prevention”

Question 2

An empty truck generally has better stopping performance than a fully loaded truck.

  1. A True
  2. B False

Correct answer: B – False

An empty truck does not necessarily stop more quickly. Heavy-vehicle brakes, tires, springs, and shock absorbers are designed to perform best when the vehicle is loaded. An empty truck has less traction and may require a greater stopping distance despite weighing less.

Source: Ohio Commercial Driver License Manual — § 2.6.1, “Stopping Distance”

Question 3

What should you do when another vehicle is following your commercial vehicle too closely?

  1. A Increase the following distance ahead of your vehicle
  2. B Flash your brake lights repeatedly
  3. C Accelerate to create distance behind you
  4. D Direct the other driver to pass

Correct answer: A – Increase the following distance ahead of your vehicle

Increase the space between your vehicle and the traffic ahead when you are being tailgated. The additional room reduces the likelihood that you will need to make a sudden speed or direction change. The Ohio CDL manual also advises against speeding up or flashing the brake lights at a tailgater.

Source: Ohio Commercial Driver License Manual — § 2.7.2, “Space Behind”

Question 4

What is reaction distance?

  1. A The distance traveled after you recognize a hazard but before you physically apply the brakes
  2. B The distance traveled while your brain is recognizing a hazard
  3. C The distance traveled while the brakes are slowing the vehicle
  4. D The entire distance traveled from seeing a hazard until the vehicle stops

Correct answer: A – The distance traveled after you recognize a hazard but before you physically apply the brakes

Reaction distance is the distance the vehicle continues to travel before the driver physically applies the brakes in response to a recognized hazard. It is separate from perception distance and braking distance. For an air-brake vehicle, brake-lag distance is also included when determining total stopping distance.

Source: Ohio Commercial Driver License Manual — §§ 2.6.1, 5.4.5, “Stopping Distance”; “Stopping Distance”

Question 5

Which statement about driver fatigue is correct?

  1. A Coffee restores alertness more effectively than sleep
  2. B Stimulants eliminate the effects of fatigue
  3. C A person cannot fall asleep while sitting upright
  4. D The only safe cure for drowsiness is sleep

Correct answer: D – The only safe cure for drowsiness is sleep

Sleep is the only safe cure when a driver becomes drowsy. Caffeine may provide a short-lived effect, and drugs that keep someone awake do not necessarily make that person alert. If you feel sleepy, stop driving in a safe place and get the rest needed before continuing.

Source: Ohio Commercial Driver License Manual — § 2.11.2, “Driver Factors”

Question 6

If your commercial vehicle catches fire, you should pull into a service station because firefighting equipment may be available there.

  1. A True
  2. B False

Correct answer: B – False

Do not take a burning vehicle into a service station. Pull off the road and stop in an open area away from buildings, brush, trees, other vehicles, or anything else that could ignite. Notify emergency services and provide your location. A service station contains fuel and may greatly increase the danger.

Source: Ohio Commercial Driver License Manual — § 2.21.3, “Fire Fighting”

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