CDL · Hazardous materials
What is the purpose of the placards displayed on a vehicle?
Correct answer: To alert others that the vehicle is hauling hazardous materials.
Answer options
- ATo tell motorists with children on board to change lanes
- BTo alert others that the vehicle is hauling hazardous materials Correct
- CTo show that the vehicle recently passed a safety inspection
Why
A placard tells anyone near the vehicle, including emergency crews, that hazardous cargo is on board and which hazard class it belongs to. It has nothing to do with lane changes or inspection status.
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Topic: Hazardous materials License: CDL
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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