ALASKA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

31. In a vehicle with a dual air brake system:
each system has its own air tanks.
one system supplies air to the trailer.
both systems typically operate the regular brakes on the rear axle.
32. Obstacles on the roadway that appear to the harmless:
should be driven over.
can be dangerous.
never contain material capable of causing damage.
33. To make an emergency using the stab braking method, you should:
fully apply the brakes until the wheels lock up, then stay off the brake until the vehicle has slowed down.
apply the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels.
apply your brakes all the way, release the brakes when the wheels lock up, and apply the brakes again as soon as the wheels start rolling.
34. Interstate commerce means trade, traffic, or transportation in the U.S. that is between:
A place in a state and a place outside such state or outside the U.S.
Two places in the state through another state or a place outside of the U.S.
All of the above.
35. When driving, you should be alert for:
drivers whose vision is blocked.
people who are distracted.
All of the above.
36. An item that is 15 feet long placed on a flatbed trailer should have at least:
3 tie-downs.
2 tie-downs.
1 tie-down.
37. When backing, it is best to:
use a helper whenever possible.
use only the passenger's side mirror.
try to back in the direction of the drift.
38. To use the controlled braking method in an emergency, you should:
apply the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels.
apply the brakes when the wheels lock up.
apply your brakes all the way, and release the brakes when the wheels lock up.
39. The heavier the vehicle:
the less work the brakes must do to stop it.
the higher the center of gravity will be.
the more work the brakes must do to stop it.
40. When driving past parked vehicles, you should:
watch for clues that the parked vehicle is about to move.
turn on your taillights.
sound your horn.
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