DMV Test Firefighter Endorsement Questions and Answers Graded A+
Question: What is stab braking?
Correct answer: Involves applying the brakes and then
releasing them after the wheels lock up.
Question: How must placards be placed?
Correct answer: Placed on all four sides of a vehicle.
Question: Which figure shows the correct way to turn?
Correct answer: Figure B: slightly opposing traffic.
Question: Why should you signal continuously while turning?
Correct answer: You need both hands on the steering wheel to
turn safely.
Question: What is the distance that you should look ahead of
your vehicle while driving at highway speeds?
Correct answer: 1/4 Mile.
Question: On which type of fire can you use water?
Correct answer: Tires.
Question: What is the purpose of retarders?
Correct answer: Help slow the vehicle while driving and
reduce brake wear.
Question: What do convex mirrors do?
Correct answer: Show a wider area than flat mirrors show.
Question: You are driving a newer truck with a manual
transmission. What gear will you probably have to use to take a long, steep, downhill grade?
Correct answer: A lower gear than you would use to climb the
hill.
Question: What should you do if you are not sure if you have
enough overhead clearance?
Correct answer: Find another route that will not require
driving under the object.
Question: Whenever you double your speed, your vehicle has
about how many times the destructive power if it crashes?
Correct answer: Four.
Question: What is the proper way to hold a steering wheel?
Correct answer: Both hands on opposite sides of the wheel.
Question: What is a good thing to do when driving at night?
Correct answer: Drive slowly enough to stop within range of
your headlights.
Question: During a vehicle inspection, checking which of the
following will not prevent a fire?
Correct answer: Battery fluid level.
Question: Why is a broken exhaust system dangerous?
Correct answer: Poisonous fumes could enter the cab or
sleeper berth.
Question: In your mirror, you see a car approaching from the
rear. The next time you check the mirror, you don't see the
car. To change lanes, you should:
Correct answer: Wait until you are sure the car isn't in your
blind spot.
Question: When are you required to stop at a railroad grade
crossing?
Correct answer: The cargo makes a stop mandatory under
state or federal regulations.
Question: If your brakes get wet while driving on a rainy day,
what can happen when you apply the brakes?
Correct answer: Trailer jackknife.
Question: What does "implied consent" mean when you sign
the application form?