FREE SD CDL Vehicle Inspection & Basic Control Questions and Answers

Question 1

Why is it important to perform a pre-trip inspection?

Accepted Answer

To ensure vehicle safety and legal compliance

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To waste time before a trip

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To find something to fix later

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To check the radio

Question 2

What should you check for during a tire inspection?

Accepted Answer

Tread depth, inflation, and damage

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Color of the sidewall

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Brand name only

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Cleanliness

Question 3

Which part of the vehicle must you test during the brake system check?

Accepted Answer

Air, service, and parking brakes

Answer

Only the hand brake

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The trailer hitch

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Windshield wipers

Question 4

When backing a commercial vehicle, what is the best practice?

Accepted Answer

Use a helper and check mirrors

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Back quickly to finish fast

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Rely only on rear cameras

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Ignore blind spots

Question 5

Why is checking lights and reflectors important?

Accepted Answer

They ensure visibility and signaling

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They make the truck look cool

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They are only for decoration

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They help improve fuel economy

Question 6

What is the purpose of checking under the vehicle?

Accepted Answer

To check for leaks and damage

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To clean the undercarriage

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To see the pavement

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To find lost items

Question 7

When should a driver perform a vehicle inspection?

Accepted Answer

Before, during, and after each trip

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Only once a week

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Only if there is a problem

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Only in winter

Question 8

Which document should always be in the vehicle during operation?

Accepted Answer

Registration, insurance, and inspection report

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Maintenance schedule

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Delivery receipts

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Logbook only

Question 9

What should be done if a defect is found during inspection?

Accepted Answer

Report and repair it before driving

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Ignore it and continue

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Wait for the next inspection

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Tell another driver about it