CALIFORNIA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

21. An empty truck requires _________ a full truck.
a greater stopping distance than
the same stopping distance as
less stopping distance than
22. When driving on wet roads, you should reduce your speed by about:
one-half.
one-fifth.
one-third.
23. When going down a long downgrade, the speed of your vehicle will likely:
decrease.
increase.
stay the same.
24. To reduce the chance of rollover, you should:
put the lightest parts of the cargo under the heaviest parts.
distributed the cargo as low as possible inside the trailer.
place the cargo as high as possible inside the trailer.
25. Activities inside the vehicle that can distract your attention include:
talking to passengers.
adjusting the radio.
All of the above.
26. When driving through a construction zone, you should:
turn on your parking lights.
maintain your speed, unless there are people working on or near the roadway.
watch for pavement drop-offs.
27. The two ways of knowing when to shift are:
following distance and traffic speed.
engine speed and road speed.
weather and road conditions.
28. Which of the following could cause poisonous carbon monoxide to enter the cab?
Exhaust system leaks
Lack of engine oil
Lack of engine coolant
29. After an accident, an improper use of flares could cause:
the springs to put on the brakes.
air pressure to build from 50 to 100 psi within 2 minutes.
a fire if spilled fuel is on the ground.
30. Which of the following is NOT correct? An ABS system:
is a safety anti-skid braking system.
helps you stop faster.
helps you avoid wheel lock up.
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