GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST CALIFORNIA - PRACTICE TEST

21. You should be aware that many car drivers closely follow large vehicles especially:
in the city.
on the highway.
in bad weather.
22. Mirror adjustment should be checked:
only if you plan on using them.
once a week.
prior to the start of any trip.
23. Emergency brakes are:
not required on doubles.
required on all vehicles.
not required on buses.
24. If ABS is not working:
you should stay off the brake.
the brakes will lock up.
a yellow malfunction lamp will light up on the control panel.
25. _______ is the distance your vehicle travels, in ideal conditions, from the time you see a hazard until your brain recognizes it.
Braking distance
Perception distance
Reaction distance
26. If your vehicle has power steering, during your pre-trip external inspection you must check that:
the engine rpm is down close to idle.
there are no power steering fluid leaks or damage to the power steering hoses.
there are 2 lit red lights indicating it's there.
27. when you apply the service brake at 5 mph, which of the following might indicate a problem?
The vehicle stops when the brake is applied.
The tongue/draw-bar is not bent.
The vehicle pulls to one side or the other.
28. You should review the pre-trip inspection report from the last driver:
during your pre-trip inspection.
after each trip.
once a week.
29. Why should you cover your cargo?
To protect the cargo from weather.
To protect people from spilled cargo.
All of the above.
30. If you become drowsy while driving, you should:
drink plenty of coffee.
open the windows to get some fresh air.
take a break.
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