ARKANSAS CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

11. Shaded parts of the road:
usually are not slippery.
will remain icy and slippery after other areas have melted.
will melt before open areas.
usually don't freeze.
12. Which of these is true about fire extinguishers?
Check that the extinguisher is the correct type for the class of fire that may occur.
You must study the instructions printed on the extinguisher before you need it.
The fire extinguisher must be properly charged and rated.
All of the above.
13. The person watching the loading or unloading of a cargo tank must be within _______ of the tank.
50 feet
15 feet
25 feet
5 feet
14. An empty truck requires _________ a full truck.
the same stopping distance as
less stopping distance than
This is irrelevant.
a greater stopping distance than
15. When should you downshift automatic transmissions?
When you use the brake pedal during normal driving
When going around curves
When going up steep grades
When going down grades
16. When steering to avoid a crash, you should:
apply the brake while you are turning.
lock your wheels while turning.
not turn any more than needed to clear the hazard.
accelerate and steer at the same time.
17. Obstacles on the roadway that appear to the harmless:
can be dangerous.
should be driven over.
never contain material capable of causing damage.
None of the above.
18. When the spring brakes are on, you should:
not push the brake pedal down.
exceed the posted speed limit.
pump the brakes.
press the accelerator.
19. If you feel drowsy, you should _______ before driving.
drink coffee
exercise
sleep
listen to upbeat music
20. Which of the following is true about high beams?
You should use them when you are not within 50 feet of an approaching vehicle.
Using them seriously cuts down on your ability to see ahead.
High beams should be used when it is safe and legal to do so.
They should be used only if low beams suddenly stop working.
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