Chapter 6: Info for Class 1 & Class 3 Power Units, Semi Trailers and Trucks (part 1)
Mastering Vehicle Maneuvers: A Quiz on Trucks and Trailers
Test your knowledge on the essential principles of vehicle turning dynamics, off-tracking, and safe navigation with our informative quiz. Designed for anyone interested in truck and trailer operations, this quiz will help reinforce your understanding of critical driving concepts.
Key Topics Covered:
- Turning Radius
- Off-Track Definition
- Backing Techniques
- Weight Distribution Effects
The degree of sharpness a vehicle will turn depends on two factors:
The front wheels and the back wheels.
The turning radius of the front wheels and the amount of off-track of the rear wheels
How fast the vehicle is travelling.
The road condition and wheel traction.
What is the definition of off-track?
When a vehicle drives off of the road, onto the shoulder.
When a semi moves around a curve and its trailer swings out of control.
When a vehicle's rear wheels follow a different path from the front wheels.
All answers are correct.
The off-track path (that of the rear wheels) is a shorter radius than the path of the front wheels.
True
False
The greater the distance between the front and rear wheels...
The lesser the amount of off-track
The greater the amount of off-track
The longer the turn.
Any kind of truck and trailer combination will have the same degree of off-track.
True
False
When navigating a curve to the right, keep the front wheels close to _______ to prevent the rear wheels from dropping off of the pavement.
The centre line
The right edge of the pavement
Straight
When navigating a curve to the left, keep the front wheels close to _______ to prevent the rear wheels from crossing into the other lane.
The centre line
The right edge of the pavement
Straight
When turning onto narrow streets, which kind of turn may be necessary?
C-turn
S-turn
Sharp turn
Snake-turn
If you require two lanes to complete a turn, what precaution(s) should you take?
Block off any traffic that might try to use the lane beside you
Use extreme caution and watch for other traffic
Continue checking your trailer position throughout the turn
All answers are correct
At intersections where there are two or more left turning lanes, it is best to approach and complete the turn from...
The middle lane
The lane furthest to the left
The lane furthest to the right
The lane with the least traffic
All right turns must be started from the left lane, as close to the left side of the road as possible.
True
False
In backing a semi trailer, the front wheels of the tractor must be turned in the _____ direction to the desired movement of the trailer
Opposite
Same
Reverse
Forward
A U-turn in a city, town, or villiage...
Should never be attempted
Can be attempted on wide four-lane divided streets
Can be attempted on when there is no other traffic
Is allowed when there is no sign prohibiting it
When completing a turn-about (three-point and two point turns) on a highway, the best procedure includes...
An intersection with a solid base and wide shoulders
Traffic permitting conditions
Using a guide to help you navigate
Using four-way flashers if necessary
All answers are correct
The weight distribution of cargo can affect...
How the vehicle handles when driving
The life of the tires, frame, springs & axles
Steering alignment
All answers are correct
Any overhang must carry a red flag at the end of the load...
At all times
Between the hours of sunrise and sunset
When an administrator requires it
Outside the hours of sunrise and sunset
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