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Question 1

With a dual air system, the air pressure should increase from 85 psi to 100 psi within ______ seconds, while running the engine at ______ RPM.

A	65, 1800
B	25, 1800
C	45, 1800
D	35, 1600
E	45, 1600

Question 2

During the ______ part of the pre-trip inspection, you should look underneath the vehicle for fresh ______ leaks.

A	end, oil, coolant, grease, or fuel
B	beginning, oil, coolant, grease, or fuel
C	All of these answers are correct.
D	middle, oil, coolant, grease, or fuel
E	None of these answers are correct.

Question 3

During the pre-trip inspection, the ______ does not get checked at the rear of the trailer.

A	doors
B	reflectors
C	splash guards
D	landing gear
E	hinges

Question 4

During the in-cab inspection, ______ steering wheel play should not exceed ______ degrees or about ______ inches on a 20-inch wheel.

A	power, 10, 1
B	non-power, 15, 2
C	non-power, 10, 2
D	power, 10, 4

Question 5

You ______ the brakes ______ performing a static leak test.

A	release, before
B	release, after
C	set, before
D	set, after

Question 6

When inspecting the hub oil seals and axle seals, if the wheel has a ______, then the oil level is ______.

A	discoloring, too high
B	slight glass, low
C	slight glass, adequate
D	discoloring, low

Question 7

The turn signals/hazard lights must be ______.

A	either amber or red
B	red only
C	either amber or orange
D	orange only
E	amber only

Question 8

The outer hub oil seal must not be ______.

A	missing bolts
B	low on oil
C	leaking
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	None of these answers are correct.

Question 9

During the pre-trip inspection, you should keep the starter switch key in your pocket because:

A	you might misplace the key somewhere.
B	it will prevent anyone from moving the vehicle while you are underneath inspecting it.
C	you will need the key during the trailer inspection.
D	you will need the key to open the side box.

Question 10

When you first approach the vehicle to perform the pre-trip inspection, you should look underneath for fresh leaks? True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 11

When inspecting the landing gear make sure the ______ is not ______.

A	crank handle, damaged
B	support frame, loose
C	crank handle, fully raised
D	support frame, damaged

Question 12

The first thing you should do when you start the engine during the in-cab part of your pre-trip inspection is:

A	Check to make sure your horn is working correctly.
B	Check to make sure the parking brake is on.
C	Start the engine and listen for abnormal engine noises.
D	Check to make sure all your gauges look normal.

Question 13

When pumping the brake pedal to release the spring brakes, when should the air brake buttons pop out?

A	After 60 psi.
B	10 to 20 psi.
C	20 to 40 psi.
D	0 to 10 psi.
E	110 to 120 psi.

Question 14

The ______ are not inspected in the engine compartment.

A	oil level, leaks, and hoses
B	air compressor belt and power steering belt
C	power steering fluid level and coolant level
D	water pump belt and alternator belt
E	oil pressure gauge, voltmeter, and ampmeter

Question 15

The marker lights must be:

A	not broken or cracked.
B	working.
C	None of these answers are correct.
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	the proper color.

Question 16

During the pre-trip inspection, you should always start with the service brake check when doing the air brakes test. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 17

You do not check the ______ on every tire.

A	tire condition
B	tread color
C	tire inflation
D	tread depth

Question 18

The windshield must not be ______.

A	dirty
B	broken
C	All of these answers are correct.
D	None of these answers are correct.
E	cracked

Question 19

The header board is located on the ______ of the trailer and is supposed to protect the ______ in case of an accident.

A	bottom, axle
B	front, cab
C	side, load
D	back, load
E	top, load

Question 20

You should clean all the reflectors, lights, and glass as you perform the pre-trip inspection. True or False?

A	True.
B	False.

Question 21

When inspecting the drive shaft, the ______ should be secure and free of ______.

A	torque rod, foreign objects
B	couplings, foreign objects
C	couplings, rust
D	torque rod, rust
E	axle seals, leaks

Question 22

The wheel rim must not have ______.

A	a painted finish
B	vents
C	welding repairs
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	aluminum lug nuts

Question 23

After you've inspected the engine compartment, front of the vehicle, rear of the vehicle, rear of the tractor/truck, and the front of the trailer, you should inspect the ______ next.

A	trailer rear axle
B	coupling device
C	rear of the trailer
D	vehicle lights
E	side of the trailer

Question 24

When inspecting the tires the ______ should not be missing, broken, or damaged.

A	stems
B	valve caps
C	valve caps and stems
D	None of these answers are correct.

Question 25

The tire pressure must be ______ psi.

A	75 to 90
B	90 to 110
C	80 to 100
D	75 to 85
E	110 to 120

Question 26

When you are inspecting the engine compartment hoses for leaks or cracks, the engine should be ______.

A	off
B	on, but idling
C	on
D	Any of these answers are correct.

Question 27

When inspecting the frame, you must check to make sure there are no ______.

A	holes
B	cracks
C	None of these answers are correct.
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	broken welds

Question 28

The heater and defroster must be checked during the pre-trip inspection. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 29

The steps, in order, to perform a safe start are:

A	start the engine, depress the clutch, place the gearshift into neutral (or park for automatic transmissions), release the clutch slowly.
B	depress the clutch, place the gearshift into neutral (or park for automatic transmissions), start the engine, release the clutch slowly.
C	depress the clutch, start the engine, place the gearshift into neutral (or park for automatic transmissions), release the clutch slowly.
D	depress the clutch, place the gearshift into neutral (or park for automatic transmissions), release the clutch slowly, start the engine.

Question 30

Not performing an air brake check during the pre-trip inspection will result in an automatic failure. True or False?

A	True.
B	False.

Question 31

During the pre-trip inspection, you must be able to show the examiner that you can check the lighting indicators for the:

A	All of these answers are correct.
B	Left and right turn signal.
C	High beam lights.
D	Left and right turn signal and high beam lights only.
E	Four-way emergency flashers.

Question 32

The truck grill must not be ______.

A	missing
B	dirty
C	None of these answers are correct.
D	loose
E	All of these answers are correct.

Question 33

Wheel bearing seals should be inspected thoroughly for______.

A	discoloring
B	All of these answers are correct.
C	leaks
D	rust
E	wear

Question 34

Check to make sure the joints and ______ are not ______ and that there are no missing nuts, bolts, or cotter keys.

A	sockets, leaking
B	sockets, loose
C	rods, rusted
D	sockets, rusted
E	rods, loose

Question 35

The ______ gauge should rise ______ to the normal range when you start the engine.

A	oil temperature, gradually
B	air, gradually
C	engine temperature, quickly
D	oil temperature, quickly

Question 36

The horn must be checked during the pre-trip inspection. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 37

The hood of the truck must be ______.

A	All of these answers are correct.
B	securely latched or locked
C	well sealed
D	painted
E	None of these answers are correct.

Question 38

According to federal and state laws, truck drivers are required to inspect their vehicle ______ a trip.

A	immediately after
B	before and after
C	before
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	halfway through

Question 39

If equipped, the ______ must operate properly.

A	C.B. radio
B	windshield wipers
C	hands free blue phone system
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	None of these answers are correct.

Question 40

You should perform the same exact pre-trip inspection routine each time so that you learn all the steps and don't forget anything. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 41

The registration license plate must be:

A	All of these answers are correct.
B	Valid.
C	None of these answers are correct.
D	Clearly visible.
E	Clean.

Question 42

During the pre-trip inspection, you should check to make sure you have which emergency items?

A	Spare electrical fuses, three reflective red triangles, and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher.
B	Spare electrical fuses, emergency flashlight, three reflective red triangles.
C	Fully charged cell phone, emergency flashlight, and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher.
D	Spare electrical fuses, flares, and an emergency flashlight.

Question 43

Where should you clean and adjust the mirrors?

A	From inside the cab.
B	Neither of these answers are correct.
C	Either of these answers are correct.
D	From outside the cab.

Question 44

When you start the engine, the ______ gauge should build air pressure to governor cut-out at approximately ______ psi.

A	oil, 120-140
B	oil, 110-120
C	air, 110-120
D	air, 120-140

Question 45

When testing the low pressure warning system, when should the alarm sound?

A	Before the pressure drops below 40 psi.
B	Before the pressure drops below 110 psi.
C	Before the pressure drops below 60 psi.
D	Before the pressure drops below 120 psi.
E	Before the pressure drops below 10 psi.

Question 46

The ______ needs to be inspected for missing ______, ______, and ______.

A	springs, nuts, bolts, cotter keys
B	shock absorbers, air leaks, cotter keys, bolts
C	axle, cotter keys, bolts, springs
D	steering box, nuts, bolts, cotter keys

Question 47

Excluding the front tires, what is the minimum tread depth for tires?

A	8/64
B	2/64
C	2/32
D	8/32
E	4/32

Question 48

The depth of the tread on the front tires must be ______ of an inch.

A	None of these answers are correct.
B	3/8
C	9/16
D	1/4
E	4/32

Question 49

When inspecting the air/electrical connections, the ______ should be ______ and free of any ______.

A	glad hands, locked in place, damage or air leaks
B	wire harness, locked in place, damage
C	hoses, locked in place, gas leaks
D	glad hands, locked in place, foreign objects

Question 50

When you first approach the vehicle to perform the inspection, you shouldn't check for damage to the vehicle. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

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Congratulations - you have completed Pre-Trip Inspection CDL Practice Test. You scored %%SCORE%% out of %%TOTAL%%. Your performance has been rated as %%RATING%%

Your answers are highlighted below.

Question 1

During the pre-trip inspection, the ______ does not get checked at the rear of the trailer.

A	doors
B	hinges
C	landing gear
D	splash guards
E	reflectors

Question 2

The hood of the truck must be ______.

A	well sealed
B	None of these answers are correct.
C	painted
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	securely latched or locked

Question 3

When you first approach the vehicle to perform the inspection, you shouldn't check for damage to the vehicle. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 4

You should perform the same exact pre-trip inspection routine each time so that you learn all the steps and don't forget anything. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 5

Not performing an air brake check during the pre-trip inspection will result in an automatic failure. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 6

Excluding the front tires, what is the minimum tread depth for tires?

A	2/64
B	8/32
C	2/32
D	8/64
E	4/32

Question 7

Where should you clean and adjust the mirrors?

A	From outside the cab.
B	From inside the cab.
C	Neither of these answers are correct.
D	Either of these answers are correct.

Question 8

When testing the low pressure warning system, when should the alarm sound?

A	Before the pressure drops below 40 psi.
B	Before the pressure drops below 110 psi.
C	Before the pressure drops below 10 psi.
D	Before the pressure drops below 120 psi.
E	Before the pressure drops below 60 psi.

Question 9

During the pre-trip inspection, you should always start with the service brake check when doing the air brakes test. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 10

During the pre-trip inspection, you should keep the starter switch key in your pocket because:

A	you might misplace the key somewhere.
B	it will prevent anyone from moving the vehicle while you are underneath inspecting it.
C	you will need the key to open the side box.
D	you will need the key during the trailer inspection.

Question 11

During the ______ part of the pre-trip inspection, you should look underneath the vehicle for fresh ______ leaks.

A	beginning, oil, coolant, grease, or fuel
B	All of these answers are correct.
C	end, oil, coolant, grease, or fuel
D	None of these answers are correct.
E	middle, oil, coolant, grease, or fuel

Question 12

During the pre-trip inspection, you should check to make sure you have which emergency items?

A	Spare electrical fuses, flares, and an emergency flashlight.
B	Fully charged cell phone, emergency flashlight, and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher.
C	Spare electrical fuses, emergency flashlight, three reflective red triangles.
D	Spare electrical fuses, three reflective red triangles, and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher.

Question 13

You should clean all the reflectors, lights, and glass as you perform the pre-trip inspection. True or False?

A	True.
B	False.

Question 14

If equipped, the ______ must operate properly.

A	windshield wipers
B	hands free blue phone system
C	All of these answers are correct.
D	C.B. radio
E	None of these answers are correct.

Question 15

When you first approach the vehicle to perform the pre-trip inspection, you should look underneath for fresh leaks? True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 16

After you've inspected the engine compartment, front of the vehicle, rear of the vehicle, rear of the tractor/truck, and the front of the trailer, you should inspect the ______ next.

A	rear of the trailer
B	side of the trailer
C	coupling device
D	vehicle lights
E	trailer rear axle

Question 17

The truck grill must not be ______.

A	All of these answers are correct.
B	loose
C	missing
D	None of these answers are correct.
E	dirty

Question 18

The steps, in order, to perform a safe start are:

A	depress the clutch, place the gearshift into neutral (or park for automatic transmissions), release the clutch slowly, start the engine.
B	start the engine, depress the clutch, place the gearshift into neutral (or park for automatic transmissions), release the clutch slowly.
C	depress the clutch, place the gearshift into neutral (or park for automatic transmissions), start the engine, release the clutch slowly.
D	depress the clutch, start the engine, place the gearshift into neutral (or park for automatic transmissions), release the clutch slowly.

Question 19

When inspecting the air/electrical connections, the ______ should be ______ and free of any ______.

A	wire harness, locked in place, damage
B	hoses, locked in place, gas leaks
C	glad hands, locked in place, foreign objects
D	glad hands, locked in place, damage or air leaks

Question 20

The heater and defroster must be checked during the pre-trip inspection. True or False?

A	False.
B	True.

Question 21

When inspecting the tires the ______ should not be missing, broken, or damaged.

A	valve caps
B	stems
C	None of these answers are correct.
D	valve caps and stems

Question 22

The registration license plate must be:

A	All of these answers are correct.
B	None of these answers are correct.
C	Clean.
D	Clearly visible.
E	Valid.

Question 23

When you are inspecting the engine compartment hoses for leaks or cracks, the engine should be ______.

A	on
B	off
C	on, but idling
D	Any of these answers are correct.

Question 24

Check to make sure the joints and ______ are not ______ and that there are no missing nuts, bolts, or cotter keys.

A	sockets, loose
B	rods, loose
C	sockets, rusted
D	sockets, leaking
E	rods, rusted

Question 25

The depth of the tread on the front tires must be ______ of an inch.

A	3/8
B	9/16
C	None of these answers are correct.
D	4/32
E	1/4

Question 26

When you start the engine, the ______ gauge should build air pressure to governor cut-out at approximately ______ psi.

A	oil, 110-120
B	oil, 120-140
C	air, 120-140
D	air, 110-120

Question 27

The turn signals/hazard lights must be ______.

A	either amber or orange
B	amber only
C	orange only
D	either amber or red
E	red only

Question 28

When pumping the brake pedal to release the spring brakes, when should the air brake buttons pop out?

A	20 to 40 psi.
B	After 60 psi.
C	0 to 10 psi.
D	110 to 120 psi.
E	10 to 20 psi.

Question 29

The tire pressure must be ______ psi.

A	80 to 100
B	75 to 90
C	110 to 120
D	75 to 85
E	90 to 110

Question 30

The marker lights must be:

A	the proper color.
B	working.
C	not broken or cracked.
D	None of these answers are correct.
E	All of these answers are correct.

Question 31

The header board is located on the ______ of the trailer and is supposed to protect the ______ in case of an accident.

A	side, load
B	front, cab
C	back, load
D	bottom, axle
E	top, load

Question 32

When inspecting the hub oil seals and axle seals, if the wheel has a ______, then the oil level is ______.

A	slight glass, adequate
B	slight glass, low
C	discoloring, low
D	discoloring, too high

Question 33

Wheel bearing seals should be inspected thoroughly for______.

A	All of these answers are correct.
B	discoloring
C	rust
D	leaks
E	wear

Question 34

The wheel rim must not have ______.

A	a painted finish
B	All of these answers are correct.
C	welding repairs
D	vents
E	aluminum lug nuts

Question 35

The horn must be checked during the pre-trip inspection. True or False?

A	True.
B	False.

Question 36

During the in-cab inspection, ______ steering wheel play should not exceed ______ degrees or about ______ inches on a 20-inch wheel.

A	power, 10, 1
B	power, 10, 4
C	non-power, 10, 2
D	non-power, 15, 2

Question 37

The ______ are not inspected in the engine compartment.

A	water pump belt and alternator belt
B	oil level, leaks, and hoses
C	oil pressure gauge, voltmeter, and ampmeter
D	power steering fluid level and coolant level
E	air compressor belt and power steering belt

Question 38

During the pre-trip inspection, you must be able to show the examiner that you can check the lighting indicators for the:

A	High beam lights.
B	Left and right turn signal and high beam lights only.
C	Four-way emergency flashers.
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	Left and right turn signal.

Question 39

The outer hub oil seal must not be ______.

A	missing bolts
B	low on oil
C	leaking
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	None of these answers are correct.

Question 40

You do not check the ______ on every tire.

A	tire inflation
B	tire condition
C	tread color
D	tread depth

Question 41

The ______ needs to be inspected for missing ______, ______, and ______.

A	springs, nuts, bolts, cotter keys
B	axle, cotter keys, bolts, springs
C	shock absorbers, air leaks, cotter keys, bolts
D	steering box, nuts, bolts, cotter keys

Question 42

When inspecting the drive shaft, the ______ should be secure and free of ______.

A	axle seals, leaks
B	torque rod, rust
C	couplings, foreign objects
D	couplings, rust
E	torque rod, foreign objects

Question 43

The first thing you should do when you start the engine during the in-cab part of your pre-trip inspection is:

A	Check to make sure all your gauges look normal.
B	Check to make sure the parking brake is on.
C	Check to make sure your horn is working correctly.
D	Start the engine and listen for abnormal engine noises.

Question 44

When inspecting the landing gear make sure the ______ is not ______.

A	support frame, loose
B	crank handle, fully raised
C	support frame, damaged
D	crank handle, damaged

Question 45

With a dual air system, the air pressure should increase from 85 psi to 100 psi within ______ seconds, while running the engine at ______ RPM.

A	35, 1600
B	65, 1800
C	25, 1800
D	45, 1800
E	45, 1600

Question 46

According to federal and state laws, truck drivers are required to inspect their vehicle ______ a trip.

A	halfway through
B	All of these answers are correct.
C	before
D	immediately after
E	before and after

Question 47

You ______ the brakes ______ performing a static leak test.

A	set, before
B	release, after
C	set, after
D	release, before

Question 48

The windshield must not be ______.

A	dirty
B	broken
C	cracked
D	All of these answers are correct.
E	None of these answers are correct.

Question 49

The ______ gauge should rise ______ to the normal range when you start the engine.

A	air, gradually
B	oil temperature, quickly
C	engine temperature, quickly
D	oil temperature, gradually

Question 50

When inspecting the frame, you must check to make sure there are no ______.

A	cracks
B	broken welds
C	holes
D	None of these answers are correct.
E	All of these answers are correct.

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36	37	38	39	40
41	42	43	44	45
46	47	48	49	50
End

1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15
16	17	18	19	20
21	22	23	24	25
26	27	28	29	30
31	32	33	34	35
36	37	38	39	40
41	42	43	44	45
46	47	48	49	50
End