CDL AIR BRAKES PRACTICE TEST - ALABAMA

11. The heavier the vehicle:
the higher the center of gravity will be.
the less work the brakes must do to stop it.
the more work the brakes must do to stop it.
None of the above.
12. Some vehicles have a separate air tank which can be used to:
release the spring brakes.
unload cargo or passengers.
hold the vehicle or combination of vehicles stationary.
turn on the 4-way emergency flashers.
13. If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back?
Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake, put on the parking brake if necessary.
Release the parking brake before you have applied enough engine power to keep from rolling back.
Press on the gas pedal, even if you have to roll back a little.
None of the above.
14. With brake drums, if brakes become too hot:
the brakes will supply too much power to the drive wheels.
the air compressor will kick on to cool the brakes.
the brakes may stop working.
your ABS will malfunction.
15. Brake lag is:
the time required for the air brakes to work after the brake pedal is pushed.
the distance your vehicle will travel, in ideal conditions, while you are braking.
the amount of air pressure required to stop the vehicle.
the distance your vehicle will continue to travel, in ideal conditions, before you hit the brakes.
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