CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (AL) - PRACTICE TEST

31. When driving on slippery roads, you should NOT:
pass slower vehicles unless necessary.
brake any harder than necessary.
use the speed retarder.
All of the above.
32. What is a pull up when referring to truck driving?
Using the speedometer to know when to shift up.
When a driver stops and pulls forward to get a better position.
A specific maneuver used to decelerate smoothly in the exit lane.
A driving maneuver used to pull your vehicle over to the side of the road and stop.
33. To check the signal lights, do the following:
Turn on the stop lights, turn on all the lights, and turn on the right turn signal lights.
Turn off all the lights, turn on the stop lights, and turn on the left turn signal lights.
Turn on all the lights, turn off the stop lights, and turn off the left turn signal lights.
Turn off all the lights, turn on the right turn signal lights, and turn on the stop lights.
34. When making a turn, you should turn off your turn signal:
during the turn.
after you've turned.
to keep others from trying to pass you.
before entering the turn.
35. Which of the following could cause poisonous carbon monoxide to enter the cab?
Lack of engine coolant
Exhaust system leaks
Wrong type of fuel
Lack of engine oil
36. It is safer to drive over (rather than to avoid) which of the following?
Paper and cloth sacks
Cardboard boxes
Plastic containers
None of the above.
37. When passing a parked vehicle, which of the following is the only thing you do NOT need to watch out for?
Wheels starting to turn
Driver's door opening
Passenger door opening
Lights coming on
38. Emergency lines are often coded with the color ___ to keep from getting them mixed up with the service line.
white.
blue.
red.
yellow.
39. When going down long, steep downgrades, you should:
downshifting and then use the brakes.
only use the brakes.
try not to use the brakes.
rely solely on engine braking to reduce your speed.
40. When a vehicle is hydroplaning:
your brakes won't work.
the tires lose their contact with the road.
the spray from large trucks reduces visibility.
the clutch is stuck.
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