AK CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST - CDL PRACTICE TEST

11. Too much weight on the steering axle can cause:
poor traction.
better handling.
hard steering and damage to the steering axle and tires.
12. Federal, state, and local regulations for commercial vehicles:
only apply to CMV's operated in interstate commerce.
do not apply to CMV's operated in intrastate commerce.
vary from place to place.
13. How should you apply the brakes when going down a steep downgrade?
Apply the brakes whenever you reach your safe speed, until your speed has been reduced to 5 mph below your safe speed.
Apply the brakes when you reach the bottom of the downgrade.
Apply the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels.
14. When going down a hill, you should downshift:
before you start going downhill.
as you go downhill.
after starting down a hill.
15. Rough acceleration can cause:
damage electrical and brake lines.
tire damage.
mechanical damage.
16. Which of these statements is true?
A tread depth of 2/32 of an inch is safe for steering axle tires.
Dual tires that come in contact with each other provide better traction.
Radial and bias-ply tires should not be used together on the same vehicle.
17. When possible, you should park:
so you will be able to pull forward when you leave.
on the shoulder.
so you will have to back up when you leave.
18. For an electrical equipment fire or a gasoline or oil fire, use:
a type B:C fire extinguisher only.
water.
a type A:B:C or B:C fire extinguisher.
19. If driving a vehicle equipped with power steering, you should check:
hoses.
fluid level.
All of the above.
20. Water in the brakes can cause the brakes to:
fade.
overheat.
be weak or apply unevenly.
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