Test Your Truck Driving Skills Put your truck driving knowledge to the test with these 10 quiz questions! rihanna80 published on October 18, 2023 Stacked 1/10 What is the safest following distance for a truck? 1 second 2 seconds 3 seconds 4 seconds 2/10 Which mirror should be used when changing lanes? Side-view mirror Rear-view mirror Spot mirror None of the above 3/10 What should you do when driving downhill? Tightly grip the steering wheel Apply constant pressure on the brakes Shift into a lower gear Increase your speed 4/10 What does a yellow traffic light indicate? Prepare to stop Proceed with caution Speed up Stop immediately 5/10 What should you do if your truck starts to skid? Brake quickly and sharply Steer into the skid Pump the brakes rapidly Shift into neutral 6/10 What is the maximum legal weight for a single axle truck? 18,000 pounds 20,000 pounds 22,000 pounds 24,000 pounds 7/10 What is the best way to avoid blind spots? Use your side mirrors frequently Constantly honk your horn Drive in the middle of the lane Don't adjust your mirrors 8/10 How often should you check your cargo while driving? Every 2 hours Every 4 hours Every 6 hours Every 8 hours 9/10 What should you do if you encounter strong crosswinds? Increase your speed Stay in your lane and maintain a steady speed Swerve aggressively Stop immediately 10/10 When should you use your hazard lights while driving? When the weather is clear When you want to park illegally When your vehicle is creating a hazard Whenever you feel like it