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2025/2026 FACTS FOR DRIVERS EXAM /ACTUAL 70+Qs&As|UPDATED 2025 SPRING|A+ GRADE ASSURED, Exams of Traffic Control and Regulation

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2025/2026 FACTS FOR DRIVERS EXAM /ACTUAL
70+Qs&As|ACTUAL EXAM UPDATED 2025 SPRING|A+ GRADE
ASSURED
What are the qualities of a professional truck driver?:
a professional driver is one
who:
1.
is physically, mentally, and emotionally in control on the job
2.
Is well-informed about the driver's motor vehicle, the highway and traffic
laws
3.
Has a sound grasp of safe driving techniques
4.
Has sufficient experience to have formed good driving habits and skills
5.
Is conscientious, compliant, courteous and puts safety first
2.
What other factors must be taken into consideration when operating a
vehicle?: A driver should always take into consideration:
1.
Condition of vehicle
2.
Types of roads and road conditions
3.
Light and weather conditions
4.
The driver's own mental and physical condition
3.
What are the 3 license classes designated by the federal standards?: The
federal
standard requires that states issue a CDL to drivers according to these license
classifications:
1.
Class A- Any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more
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What are the qualities of a professional truck driver?: a professional driver is one who:

  1. is physically, mentally, and emotionally in control on the job
  2. Is well-informed about the driver's motor vehicle, the highway and traffic laws
  3. Has a sound grasp of safe driving techniques
  4. Has sufficient experience to have formed good driving habits and skills
  5. Is conscientious, compliant, courteous and puts safety first
  6. What other factors must be taken into consideration when operating a vehicle?: A driver should always take into consideration:
  7. Condition of vehicle
  8. Types of roads and road conditions
  9. Light and weather conditions
  10. The driver's own mental and physical condition
  11. What are the 3 license classes designated by the federal standards?: The federal standard requires that states issue a CDL to drivers according to these license classifications:
  12. Class A- Any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more

pounds provided the GVWR of the viewless being towed is in excess of 10,001 pounds

  1. Class B- Any single vehicle with GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR.
  2. Class C- Any single vehicle, or combination of vehicles, that does not meet the definition of Class A or Class B, but is either designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver, or is transporting material that has been designated as a hazardous under 49 U.S.C. 5103 and is required to be placarded under subpart F of 49 CFR Part 172 or is transporting any quantity of a material listed as a select agent or toxin in 42 CFR Part 73
  3. What parts of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations must the driver have knowledge of?: Although a commercial vehicle driver does not have to be equally familiar with all parts, the driver must have a working knowledge of:
  4. Part 382, Controlled Substances and Alcohol, Use and Testing;
  5. Part 383, CDL Standards; Requirements and Penalties;
  6. Part 391, Qualifications of Drivers;
  7. Part 392, Driving Rules
  8. Part 393, Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation

duty?: CDL, current logs for the day plus previous seven days. Documents for hazardous materials if being transported, must have reviewed and signed the report if defects were noted and repaired. Kept on file for 90 days. MEDCard

  1. May a motor vehicle require a more rigid physical examination than what is required by FMCSA safety regulations?: Yes
  2. At what point may further evaluation of a driver's blood pressure be nec- essary?: If the driver's blood pressure remains consistently above 140/90, further evaluation of that driver's blood pressure may be necessary
  3. According to FMCSA, how may a motor carrier keep informed of each driver's driving performance?: The motor carrier must consider any information it receives relative to a driver's actions, such as road observation reports, letters from customers or the public, records of disciplinary action, accidents, etc. The carrier must also request a copy of each driver's motor vehicle record from the state of issuance annually
  4. What is the driver's responsibility to the employer if their driving privileges are suspended?: Driver must notify the carrier that the driver's driving privileges are suspended, canceled, or revoked by the next business day following receipt of the notice of suspension, cancellation, or revocation.
  5. Under what circumstances may a driver take drugs when on duty?:

Only when such drugs are being taken under the direction of a physician and the driver has been advised that they will adversely affect the driver's ability

  1. To what extent do the FMCSRs prohibit the use of alcoholic beverages by driver's?: No consumption on duty and not within 4 hours of going on duty. Blood alcohol content (BAC) level of 0.02 or greater but less than 0.04, the driver is placed "out of service" for 24 hours
  2. What happens if a driver is convicted of operating a commercial vehicle with a BAC level of 0.04 or higher?: Driver is subject to disqualification which may range from a one year to lifetime disqualification
  3. Is a professional driver disqualified following a conviction for driving while intoxicated if the violation occurred in the driver's personal car?: Yes
  4. What types of FMCSA drug and alcohol tests is a driver subject to?: Re- quired drug and alcohol tests include post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion, follow up, and return to duty. A pre-employment test is required for drug use only
  5. When is a driver subject to post-accident drug or alcohol testing?: after any crash resulting in a fatality, injury or towaway crash
  6. What do the FMCSRs require before a person can resume driving a com-
  1. Leaving the scene of an accident
  2. Commission of a felony involving use of a commercial vehicle
  3. Driving a CMV when the CLP or CDL is revoked
  4. causing a fatality through the negligent operation of a CMV
  5. using a vehicle in the commission of a felony involving an act or practice of severe forms of human trafficking, manufacturing, distributing, or dispensing
  6. A driver can be disqualified for 60 days for a conviction of any combination of two of the following serious violations in 3 years, or for 120 days if convicted of three of the following in 3 years:: 1. Speeding 15 mph or more in excess of the posted limit
  7. Following too closely
  8. Improper or erratic lane changing
  9. Driving recklessly
  10. Violating State or locally related to motor vehicle traffic control resulting in a fatal crash
  11. Driving a CMV without obtaining a CLP or CDL
  12. Driving a CMV without a CLP or CDL in the driver's possession
  13. Driving a CMV without the proper class of CLP or CDL and/or

endorsements for the specific vehicle group being operated 9.Violationg a State or local law prohibiting texting and/or handheld mobile phone, while operating a CMV

  1. What is the FMCSA safety regulation concerning the transportation of hitchhikers or passengers on property-carrying vehicles?: No person, other than the motor carrier's employee assigned to the vehicle, shall be transported in any vehicle that is not designed or adapted to transport passengers, unless specifically authorized in writing by the motor carrier
  2. What additional items must be inspected by the driver of a "twin-trailer" or "triples" combination?: 1. the eye of the draw bar is properly secured within the pintle hook
  3. the safety device required for use in case of accidental disconnection of the draw bar are properly positioned and secured
  4. the hook up of the converter unit(dolly) to the following semi-trailer(s) is secure
  5. if the trailer is equipped with landing gear to prevent nose-over, be sure that the device is fully raised and secured (driver should check the front of each trailer)
  6. What miscellaneous parts and accessories are required on all interstate vehicles by FMCSA safety regulations?: Windshield wiping and washing sys-

an interstate truck or combination?: Front-facing red lights are prohibited except for emergency or service vehicles which are authorized by state laws to have such lights. The restriction does not apply to the rear-facing lens of a front mounted double-faced turn signal

  1. What rear-facing lights on an interstate truck might not be red?: Turn signals may be red or amber
  2. When may the four-way flashers be in operation on a moving vehicle?: - Federal regulations permit the driver of a slow moving vehicle to use the four- way flashers to warn of a potential hazard if such use is permitted by state or local regulations
  3. What is the first step a driver should take when the driver's vehicle is stopped on the highway or shoulder for any cause other than traffic stops?: - Immediately activate the vehicle's four-way flashers
  4. How can the driver measure the proper distance for setting out the emer- gency warning signals?: By pacing off the distances. One pace equals roughly 2 1/2 feet; thus, 10 feet equals 4 paces; 100 feet equals 40 paces; 200 feet = 80 paces; 500 feet = 200 paces
  5. If a roadside inspector determines the a driver is in violation of the driving or on-duty limitations, what can the inspector do?: The inspector can place the driver in an " out of service" status until such time as the driver is again

in compliance with regulations

  1. What should the driver do if a front tire fails suddenly?: If a front tire fails, the driver should accelerate to stabilize the vehicles front end, and reduce speed gradually.
  2. Can a unit equipped with a retarder be safely driven down a long grade at a higher speed than a unit without a retarder?: Definitely not.
  3. What is the purpose of an anti-lock braking system?: ABS is intended to reduce the likelihood of wheel lock-up, especially on slippery pavement, and reduce the risk of losing control of the vehicle if the brakes are applied too hard for conditions. ABS takes advantage of the fact that maximum braking at any wheel occurs just before the wheel starts to lock-up and slide.
  4. How does a driver attempt to recover from a skid?: Driver should release the brakes and regain control by steering. Driver should steer in the direction that the rear of the vehicle is sliding, in order to bring the vehicle back to a straight line of travel. Avoid acceleration
  5. The "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices" specifies certain basic shapes for all types of traffic signs. What are the shapes specified and what do
  1. convicted in military or civilian court
  2. found mentally defective or committed to a mental institution
  3. wanted or under indictment for certain felonies
  4. individual who is considered to pose a security threat based on a review of various databases
  5. What do the markings V, I, P, L, K, and T stand for?: Test performed on a cargo tank V- Visual test I- Internal Visual test P- Pressure test L- Lining test K- Leakage test T- Thickness test
  6. What is the purpose of a nitrogen blanket in a trailer?: Applying a cover of nitrogen gas over the surface of a flammable or combustible product is ideal for pressure-unloading flammable or combustible materials, especially those with a low flash point. Also to prevent product contamination from air or moisture
  7. What is the danger associated with nitrogen blankets?: Nitrogen

displaces oxygen, cannot be seen or smelled and only detected by testing

  1. What type of product hazard classes must be grounded while loading and unloading?: Products considered to be flammable or combustible
  2. What is the "remote control" on a cargo tank?: It is a secondary control to close the internal valves
  3. Internal valves on cargo tanks are used for what purpose?: Self-closing shut off valves used in normal unloading operations and are designed and operated to close automatically to prevent the accidental release of product
  4. Why are cargo tanks equipped with "overturn protection"?: protects the cargo tanks valves and manhole covers from damage in the event of overturn so as to minimize or totally prevent cargo loss
  5. What is the purpose of "fusible links"?: Fusible links or elements are heat activated devices installed in the cable lines, or tubing of tank trailers. They are designed to melt at a temperature no greater than 121C (250F) in case of fire and when melted, trigger the internal valves to close automatically
  6. What is a "shear section" on a flammable liquid tank truck?: specially machined section of the outlet piping. It has a slight groove cut in the pipe within 4 inches of the tank shell. Its purpose is to ensure that, in the event of damage to the piping in a collision, the pipe will break at the shear section which is outside the
  1. What are the consequences of inadvertently overfilling a storage tank?: it will vary with the nature of the product, and could care a fire. Also will result in loss of product and environmental damage
  2. What are the four primary purposes of first aid training?: First aid is useful in:
  3. Preventing and caring for accidental injury or sudden illness
  4. Caring for persons caught in a natural disaster
  5. Equipping individuals with the information to deal with whole situation, the person, the injury or the illness
  6. Distinguishing between what to do and what not to do
  7. What basic principles should be remembered when administering first aid?: Remember to:
  8. Not move the patient unless necessary
  9. Avoid or overcome chilling by using blankets or covers, if available
  10. Determine, if possible, the injury or causes of illness
  11. Examine the patient carefully and methodically; have a reason for what you do
  12. Loosen constricting clothing, as appropriate and necessary
  13. Note the patient's general appearance; check their pulse
  1. If patient is unconscious, look for evidence of head injury
  2. What are the general directions for first aid treatment for shock?: If a patient is in shock, maintain the patients body heat and elevate the persons feet about 8 inches, if raising legs will cause pain or further injury, keep the person flat
  3. How do most serious infections and cases of blood poisoning start?: - Serious infection and blood poisoning most often start from very small wounds, particularly on hands and feet
  4. What is the risk of disease transmission while administering first aid?: Po- tential risk of disease transmission but no known cases involving first aid treatment
  5. What steps can be taken to minimize the risk of disease transmission during first aid?: 1. Avoid contact with bodily fluids when possible
  6. Place barriers such as disposable gloves or a clean dry cloth between that patients body fluids and yourself
  7. Wear protective clothing to cover any cuts, scrapes or skin conditions that you may have
  8. Wash your hands with soap and water ASAP before and after giving care
  9. Do not eat, drink or touch your mouth, nose or eyes when giving first aid
  1. What is the difference between a closed and open fracture?: An open fracture is a breaking a bone with a wound, extending from the break through the surface of the skin. There's no such wound associated with a close fracture.
  2. What are the most common methods of administering artificial respira- tion?: The two most common methods of administering artificial respiration are by mouth-to-mouth or mouth to nose
  3. What are the advantages of mouse and mouth or mouth to nose, artificial respiration?: Mouth-to-mouth and mouth nose, artificial respiration provide oxygen to inflate the patient's lungs, and also enables the first aid provider to look listen and feel the air is being moved in and out of the patient's lungs