Virginia Tanker Endorsement Practice Test (VA) 2

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80% Passing score
20 Questions
4 Mistakes allowed
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Sample Virginia Tanker Test Questions

Question 1

After stopping a partly filled tank vehicle on level pavement, why should you maintain steady brake pressure?

  1. A. To keep the tank from shifting sideways
  2. B. To prevent the vehicle from leaning
  3. C. Because liquid surge may push the vehicle forward or backward
  4. D. Because the parking brake cannot be used on level pavement

Correct answer: C. – Because liquid surge may push the vehicle forward or backward

The Virginia Commercial Driver’s Manual explains that liquid may continue surging back and forth after a tanker stops. When the moving wave reaches the end of the tank, it can push the vehicle in the wave’s direction. Maintain steady brake pressure and do not release the brakes too soon.

Source: Virginia Commercial Driver’s Manual — § 8.2.2, “Danger of Surge”; § 8.3.2, “Controlling Surge”, 49 CFR § 383.5 – Definitions

Question 2

When bulkheads divide a tank into smaller compartments, front-to-rear weight distribution becomes less important.

  1. A. TRUE
  2. B. FALSE

Correct answer: B. – FALSE

Bulkheads divide a liquid tank into smaller compartments. When loading or unloading these compartments, the driver must still monitor weight distribution and avoid placing too much weight toward either the front or rear. Bulkheads do not remove the need to balance the load properly.

Source: Virginia Commercial Driver’s Manual — § 8.2.3, “Bulkheads”, 49 CFR § 383.5 – Definitions

Question 3

Which fuel-system condition is a recognized cause of fire in a commercial tank vehicle?

  1. A. A charged fire extinguisher
  2. B. Clear tank vents
  3. C. Closed manhole covers
  4. D. Loose fuel connections

Correct answer: D. – Loose fuel connections

Virginia’s commercial driver manual identifies loose fuel connections as a fuel-related cause of vehicle fires. Other listed causes include improper fueling and driver smoking. A complete inspection should cover the fuel, electrical, and exhaust systems, tires, and cargo, and should confirm that the fire extinguisher is charged.

Source: Virginia Commercial Driver’s Manual — § 2.21.1, “Causes of Fire”; § 2.21.2, “Fire Prevention”, 49 CFR § 383.5 – Definitions

Question 4

A CMV carries an empty 1,000-gallon storage tank that was not designed for transportation and is temporarily attached to a flatbed trailer. How is the CMV classified?

  1. A. It is always a tank vehicle
  2. B. It is a tank vehicle only if the tank is bolted down
  3. C. It is a tank vehicle because the tank is rated for 1,000 gallons
  4. D. It is not considered a tank vehicle

Correct answer: D. – It is not considered a tank vehicle

Under 49 CFR § 383.5, this CMV is not considered a tank vehicle. The exception applies when an empty storage container tank was not designed for transportation, has a rated capacity of at least 1,000 gallons, and is temporarily attached to a flatbed trailer. Each condition in the question is required for this exception.

Source: 49 CFR § 383.5 — Definitions

Question 5

Which type of liquid surge can still occur in a baffled tank?

  1. A. Only vertical surge
  2. B. Side-to-side surge
  3. C. Only forward-and-backward surge
  4. D. No surge can occur

Correct answer: B. – Side-to-side surge

Baffles have openings that allow liquid to flow through while reducing forward-and-backward surge. They do not prevent side-to-side movement of the liquid. Side-to-side surge can contribute to a rollover, especially when the tank vehicle turns or changes direction.

Source: Virginia Commercial Driver’s Manual — § 8.2.4, “Baffled Tanks”, 49 CFR § 383.5 – Definitions

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of baffles inside a liquid tank?

  1. A. To create sealed compartments for different products
  2. B. To eliminate the need to balance the load
  3. C. To prevent all side-to-side liquid movement
  4. D. To help control forward-and-backward liquid surge

Correct answer: D. – To help control forward-and-backward liquid surge

Baffled tanks contain internal bulkheads with holes that allow liquid to pass through. The baffles help control forward-and-backward surge, but side-to-side surge can still occur. Solid bulkheads instead divide a tank into smaller compartments, and the driver must consider weight distribution when loading them.

Source: Virginia Commercial Driver’s Manual — § 8.2.3, “Bulkheads”; § 8.2.4, “Baffled Tanks”, 49 CFR § 383.5 – Definitions

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