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CDL PRACTICE TEST (AK) - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST

11. You should NOT use the parking brakes if:
the brakes are too dry.
the brakes are cold.
the brakes are very hot.
12. When checking the steering system for defects, you should look for:
cut or cracked valve stems.
missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring.
bent, loose, or broken parts, such as tie rods.
13. Wheel and rim problems include:
mismatched lock rings.
missing clamps.
All of the above.
14. If you are being tailgated, you should:
increase your speed very gradually.
make quick changes.
open up room in front of you.
15. Rust around wheel nuts may mean:
the nuts are too tight.
the nuts are loose.
the wheels or rims have had welding repairs.
16. Which of the following statements about using turn signals is true?
You should use your turn signals when your vehicle is parked at the side of the road.
To keep others from trying to pass you, you should signal just before you turn.
None of the above.
17. When approaching a vehicle as part of a pre-trip inspection, which of the following could be a sign of trouble?
Inflated tires
Fresh oil under the vehicle
Parking brake is on
18. Which of the following statements about overhead clearance is true?
If the road causes your vehicle to tilt, you should drive a little closer to the side of the road.
The weight of a cargo van changes its height.
You should assume the heights posted at bridges and overpasses are correct.
19. The air compressor governor:
allows the compressor to start pumping air when the tank pressure rises to the "cut-out" pressure.
stops the compressor from pumping air.
controls when the air storage tanks will pump air into the air compressor.
20. Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is determined by:
the amount of alcohol you drink.
the type of alcohol you drink.
how frequently you drink.
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