CDL Section 12 quiz

What will you receive for changing direction to gain a better position during the Basic Control Skills test?

• A. A time penalty

• B. A score deduction

• C. Positive points

• D. A warning

What is considered an "encroachment" during the Basic Control Skills test?

• A. Touching the exercise boundary lines or cones with any part of the vehicle except the mirrors

• B. Crossing over or touching exercise boundary lines or cones with any portion of the vehicle

• C. Only crossing over the exercise boundary lines with the front tires

• D. Accidentally activating the vehicle's horn near the boundary lines

During the Basic Control Skills test, what is a "look"?

• A. Checking the vehicle's internal mirrors

• B. Opening the door or moving from a seated position while the vehicle is in motion

• C. Looking over your shoulder while reversing

• D. Using the vehicle's camera system to check the surroundings

What will happen if you "look" while the vehicle is moving (not in neutral and park) during the Basic Control Skills test?

• A. You will receive a warning

• B. It will be counted as a minor fault

• C. It may result in an automatic failure for an unsafe act

• D. You will be asked to repeat the exercise

Which exercise is NOT part of the Basic Control Skills test?

• A. Forward Stop

• B. Straight-Line Backing

• C. Parallel Parking

• D. Reverse Offset Backing

How many free looks are you allowed on Exercise 4 – Reverse Offset Backing?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What must you do if you fail to complete the exercises as directed due to not following examiner instructions?

• You may ask the examiner for clarification.

• You must complete the test without asking for help.

• You may continue with the next exercise.

• You must ask the examiner for permission to walk you through the exercise area.

During Exercise 1 – Forward Stop, where should the front most part of your vehicle stop?

• Before the unique vehicle parts higher than the door mirrors.

• At the start line.

• After the stop box.

• At the end of the alley without going past it.

What will you be scored for during Exercise 2 – Straight Line Backing?

• Speed and efficiency

• Pull-ups, encroachments and final position

• Time taken to complete the exercise

• The number of times you check your mirrors

What is NOT permitted during Exercise 3 – Forward Offset Tracking?

• Back-ups

• Exiting the vehicle

• Encroachments

• Checking mirrors