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Turns and Offtracking

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What should you do if you are not sure your vehicle can safely pass under an overhead object?

Rely on posted height signs without checking

Speed up to clear the object quickly

Drive as close to the edge of the road as possible

Go slowly or take another route

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Why is offtracking a concern when turning a large vehicle?

The rear of the vehicle follows a different path than the front

It helps the vehicle stay centered

It makes the vehicle go faster

It improves fuel efficiency

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What should you do before backing into an area to avoid hitting overhanging objects?

Honk your horn continuously

Get out and check for overhanging objects

Back up quickly to minimize time

Rely on your mirrors alone

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When making a left turn where there are two turning lanes, which lane should a large vehicle use?

The lane with the least traffic

The inside (leftmost) turn lane

Either lane, depending on traffic

The right turn lane

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Why is it important to keep your vehicle centered in your lane when driving a wide commercial vehicle?

To save fuel

To allow more vehicles to pass

To maintain safe clearance on either side

To increase your speed

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What should you do if you must cross into the oncoming lane to make a turn in a large vehicle?

Back up if you see oncoming vehicles

Honk your horn and proceed without stopping

Watch out for vehicles coming toward you and give them room

Speed up to finish the turn quickly

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When making a right turn in a large commercial vehicle, what should you do to prevent other drivers from passing you on the right?

Turn as quickly as possible

Keep the rear of your vehicle close to the curb as you complete the turn

Move into the left lane before turning

Swing wide to the left before starting the turn

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When making a left turn in a large vehicle, when should you begin turning?

As soon as your front wheels reach the intersection

When you are halfway through the intersection

After the light turns yellow

Before entering the intersection

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Why should you avoid driving alongside other vehicles in a commercial vehicle?

It is illegal to drive next to other vehicles

It increases fuel consumption

It is more comfortable for passengers

You may be trapped when you need to change lanes

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What is the main danger of turning wide to the left before starting a right turn in a large vehicle?

A following driver may think you are turning left and try to pass on the right

It helps prevent offtracking

You will have more room to complete the turn

It makes the turn faster

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