Motor Vehicle Division Commercial Vehicle Regulations 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of a weigh station on US highways?

Accepted Answer

To enforce commercial vehicle weight limits and compliance

Answer

Weigh stations enforce legal weight limits and allow officers to inspect commercial vehicles for regulatory compliance.

Question 2

A commercial vehicle that fails a roadside inspection and is placed 'out of service' may not move until what condition is met?

Accepted Answer

The identified violations are corrected

Answer

An out-of-service order prohibits vehicle movement until the specific safety violations cited during inspection are corrected.

Question 3

Commercial drivers are required to perform a pre-trip inspection primarily to ensure what?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle is mechanically safe before operating on public roads

Answer

Pre-trip inspections identify mechanical defects before departure to prevent breakdowns and accidents on public roads.

Question 4

Which endorsement on a CDL is required to transport passengers on a vehicle designed to carry 16 or more?

Accepted Answer

P endorsement

Answer

The P (Passenger) endorsement is required on a CDL to operate vehicles designed to transport 16 or more passengers.

Question 5

What does the USDOT number on a commercial vehicle identify?

Accepted Answer

The registered motor carrier responsible for safety compliance

Answer

The USDOT number uniquely identifies each commercial motor carrier and links the company to its safety, inspection, and compliance records.

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