TANKER PRACTICE TEST - ALABAMA CDL
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Tank vehicles have a high center of gravity, which means:
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they are less likely to roll over.
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they have more traction.
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they are more likely to roll over.
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they are very stable.
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12.
Forward-and-back liquid surge is very strong in:
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baffled tanks.
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dry tanks.
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unbaffled tanks.
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All of the above.
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13.
When conducting a pre-trip inspection:
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the vehicle inspection report should not be reviewed unless your supervisor tells you to do so.
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the inspection report should only be reviewed if you will be carrying passengers.
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you should review the last vehicle inspection report.
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None of the above.
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A high center of gravity:
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helps the vehicle be more stable while turning.
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is less dangerous in curves.
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means your vehicle is more likely to tip over.
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means you'll have better traction.
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15.
Hydroplaning:
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can occur at speeds as low as 30 mph.
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only occurs at extremely high speeds.
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never occurs at speeds below 40 mph.
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only happens when tire pressure is higher than normal.
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16.
If your brakes fail on a steep mountain downgrade, you should:
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slow down until your vehicle comes to a complete stop.
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stay on the road and keep looking for the next available escape ramp.
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set the parking brake and park in an open area.
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decide what to do as soon as you know your brakes do not work.
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17.
If you experience a loss of hydraulic pressure, you should do all of the following except:
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Use the parking brake
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Pump the brakes
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Put the transmission in Neutral
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Downshift
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18.
If your truck has automatic transmission, you should downshift:
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after entering a curve.
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when going down grades.
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when you need to accelerate.
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whenever road conditions allow.
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19.
When driving a 50-foot truck at 40 mph, your minimum following distance should be:
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6 seconds
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8 seconds
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4 seconds
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5 seconds
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20.
Placards must be placed:
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on the driver's side of the vehicle.
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on the rear only.
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on the front, rear and both sides of the vehicle.
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on the front only.
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