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APPENDIX H
SWANA TRUCK DRIVER’S SAMPLE EXAM
(actual test will be in a sealed envelope)
1)
When making a right turn in a truck, the driver should position the vehicle
a.
as close to the right curb as practicable
b.
in the center of the road to prevent the rear tires from hitting the curb
c.
with the left wheels just over the center line
d.
as close to the left curb as practicable
2)
How much warning is required by D.O.T. regulations for turning or changing lanes?
a. 25’ b. 50’ c. 75’ d. 100’ e. 125’
3)
Which of the following traffic violations is most likely to result in a fatal accident?
a.
following too close
b.
speeding
c.
improper passage
d.
disregarding a stop sign
4)
Gross weight means
a.
the legal operating weight of the truck
b.
the tare weight of the truck
c.
the loaded weight of the truck
d.
the empty weight of the truck
5)
The maximum height of a motor vehicle may not legally exceed what height?
a. 11’ b. 14’ c. 12’ d. 13’6” e. 12’8”
6)
A truck driver leaving an alley prior to crossing the sidewalk should
a.
slow down and proceed
b.
beep their horn and continue forward
c.
stop, look right and left, then proceed?
7)
A red traffic sign means
a.
construction ahead
b.
stop
c.
motorist services
d.
information?
8)
How can backing accidents be avoided?
a.
depend on rear view mirror and sound horn
b.
depend on audible backup warning device
c.
rear view mirror and someone to guide
9)
What safety measure should be taken if a driver stops to help another whose rig
is on fire; where should you park your rig?
a.
parallel with unit on fire
b.
up grade
c.
down grade
10)
In a right hand turn, centrifugal force will tend to pull your truck to
a.
the right
b.
not at all, no change
c.
the left
1. A 2. D 3. C 4. A 5. D 6. C 7. B 8. C 9. B 10. C
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Solid Waste Association of North America | Road-E-O Manual | 2011