COMBINATION PRACTICE TEST - AZ CDL

11. When you are uncoupling a loaded trailer, lower the landing gear until:
makes contact with the ground, and leave the trailer off the fifth wheel.
it makes firm contact with the ground.
the tractor frame is under the trailer.
12. With brake drums, if brakes become too hot:
the brakes will supply too much power to the drive wheels.
the brakes may stop working.
your ABS will malfunction.
13. What is a tractor jackknife?
When a drive-wheel skid lets the trailer push the towing vehicle sideways.
When the wheels of a trailer lock up, and the trailer swings around.
None of the above.
14. On any upgrade, gravity:
speed you up.
slows you down.
doubles your speed.
15. When backing a trailer, turn the wheel right to make the cab go ________ and the trailer go ________.
left; left
right; left
left; right
16. When coupling, you should:
be aware that wrong coupling and uncoupling can be very dangerous.
make sure the trailer wheels are not chocked.
make sure the trailer kingpin is bent.
17. When looking at your cargo covers in the mirrors while driving, you must be aware that a flapping cover:
can tear loose, uncovering the cargo.
helps keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible.
keeps the cargo cool.
18. Rollovers happen when drivers:
brake too hard.
turn too slowly.
turn too fast.
19. Weight that is loaded so there is a high center of gravity:
makes a vehicle easier to handle.
reduces the chance that the load will shift to the side or fall off.
causes greater chance of rollover.
20. After a tire has been changed, the driver should stop a short while later to:
deflate the tire to 10 psi.
decrease tire pressure.
check the tightness of the nuts.
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