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This endorsement is required if the driver will pull two or three trailers. To receive this endorsement, applicants must pass a test. The test consists of 20 multiple choice.. Read More

This endorsement is required if the driver will pull two or three trailers. To receive this endorsement, applicants must pass a test. The test consists of 20 multiple choice questions. To pass, the applicant must answer at least 16 questions correctly. Each question has three possible answer choices. Test questions come from the Alaska Commercial Driver License Manual. Questions come from chapters covering: Driving Safely, Air Brakes (if applicable), Combination Vehicles and Doubles and Triples. The Double/Triple endorsement can be used with the Class A CDL.

Number of Question 20

Passing Score 16

1. An air compressor governor controls:

When the air compressor pumps air into the air storage tanks.

How fast air is pumped into the air storage tanks.

The temperature of the air pumped into the air storage tanks.

In an air brake system, the air compressor governor controls when the air compressor pumps air into the air storage tanks.

2. The two indicators that determine when you should upshift are:

Engine speed and road speed.

Other trucks and driving conditions.

Timing and road position.

There are two indicators that determine when you need to shift into a higher gear. One indicator is the engine speed (rpm). You should read your vehicle's manual to learn its rpm range and shift up when you reach the top of that range. The other indicator is road speed (mph). You should learn which speeds each gear can accommodate, then keep an eye on the speedometer and shift up as needed.

3. When should mirrors be adjusted?

Before driving

While driving

After driving

The adjustment of your mirrors should be checked prior to the start of all trips. Adjust your mirrors as needed.

4. Mirrors should be used:

Only when there may be an emergency.

Regularly.

By a helper to monitor your blind spots.

When driving, you should frequently check the mirrors on both sides of your vehicle.

5. If you are backing and the trailer begins to drift off-course, the driver should:

Return the steering wheel to the 12 o’clock position.

Turn the top of the steering wheel in the direction of the drift.

Turn the top of the steering wheel in the direction opposite of the drift.

If your trailer begins to drift while you are backing, you should correct the drift immediately by turning the top of the steering wheel in the direction of the drift.

6. During a walk-around inspection, ensure the release arm is properly seated and the safety latch or lock is:

Engaged.

Deactivated.

Polished.

When inspecting the fifth wheel before a trip, you should ensure that the release arm is properly seated and the safety latch or lock is engaged. All components should be present and in proper working condition.

7. How can a driver maintain alertness while driving?

Stay fit and healthy

Keep the cab warm

Eat heavy foods

Eating heavy foods before driving or keeping the temperature in a cab too high can cause a driver to become drowsy while behind the wheel. Exercising and maintaining a healthy diet will help a driver to stay alert while driving.

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