CDL TANKER PRACTICE TEST ALASKA
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The heavier the vehicle:
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the less work the brakes must do to stop it.
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the more work the brakes must do to stop it.
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the higher the center of gravity will be.
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12.
The height of the vehicle's center of gravity:
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should only be a concern when driving a vehicle.
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is very important for safe handling.
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should only be a concern when loading a vehicle.
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13.
Baffles:
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separate the load.
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help to control the forward and backward liquid surge.
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help to prevent cargo overload.
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14.
If the engine catches fire, you should:
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turn off the engine as soon as you can.
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avoid shooting foam from the vehicle's underside.
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open the hood as soon as you can.
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When stopping with a tanker, you must be aware that:
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a fully loaded vehicle requires a greater stopping distance because it has less traction.
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a fully loaded vehicle takes less room to stop than an empty vehicle.
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the amount of liquid in the tank has no influence on the stopping distance.
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In newer vehicles with air brakes, you put on the parking brake:
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using a diamond-shaped, yellow, push-pull control knob.
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placing the transmission in Park.
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using a P-shaped, yellow control knob.
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17.
When coming to a stop, the liquid in the tank may surge, causing:
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the vehicle to stop quicker.
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the vehicle to be pushed forward.
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causing the drive wheels to spin.
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18.
Class 2 hazardous materials include:
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Radioactive materials
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Poison
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Flammable gases
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19.
If a tank is leaking, you should:
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continue the trip until you can pull into a service station.
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flash your brake lights to warn other motorists.
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get the leak fixed immediately.
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The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
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by seeing it in your mirrors.
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by feeling the brakes come on.
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by recognizing tire failure.
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