Backing
How does the trailer respond when you turn the wheel right while backing?
It drifts to the left
If the fifth wheel is not greased properly, what issue can be created?
Steering
How far ahead should you look ahead of your vehicle?
12-15 seconds
While on the highway, you should signal how many feet before turning?
500
Eating a cheeseburger and fries is what kind of distraction?
Physical
Why is backing so dangerous?
Limited visibility, always have a blind spot
When should you stop during a tug test?
As soon as you feel resistance from the trailer
How often should you check mirrors?
Every 4 seconds
What should you do to alert other drivers around you that your slowing down?
Tap your brakes
Visual distractions are those that:
Lure your eyes away from the road
Which backing maneuver is the fundamental of all backing maneuvers?
Straight line backing
How can you ease pressure on the fifth wheel locking jaws before uncoupling your trailer?
Lock the trailer brakes and back up gently
Which type of mirror is designed to eliminate as much of a blind spot as possible?
Convex
When approaching a pedestrian or bicycle, always assume;
They don't see you, and could suddenly move in front of you
What happens when you are unable to comprehend what you are seeing because you attention isn't focused?
Inattention blindness
What is the main hand signal that should be agreed on between you and a spotter?
Stop
The trailer height should be ________ than the center of the fifth wheel.
Slightly lower
To see down the sides of the trailer, which mirror would you use?
Plane (West Coast)
According to FMCSA, how long do you have to put out emergency triangles?
10 minutes
The distracting effect of texting while driving is the same as driving:
Intoxicated
When backing in a parking lot, what should you take notice in"
position of the entrance and exits
When coupling a trailer the tractor should be?
Lined up without angles
Where does the fender mirrors eliminate blind spots?
Hood and to back of the doors
What does eye contact communicate to others around you?
You presents
What is the best way to deal with distracted drivers?
Create a "safety cushion" between you and them