Colorado CDL Practice Test - General Knowledge

21. When you see a hazard that will require slowing down, you should:
speed up to pass the obstacle as quickly as possible.
alert the drivers behind by pointing and sounding your horn.
warn the drivers behind by flashing your brake lights.
immediately come to a compolete stop.
22. The size of motorcycles can cause you to misjudge their speed and distance. You should:
never share lanes with motorcycles.
check twice for motorcycles before pulling out into traffic.
use extra caution before you pull out in front of a motorcycle.
All of the above.
23. How does ABS help you?
ABS makes stab braking more effective.
ABS helps you avoid wheel lock up and maintain control when you brake hard on slippery surfaces.
ABS replaces your normal brakes and helps you  to stop faster.
ABS always shortens your stopping distance.
24. Using a helper when backing up is:
not recommended.
encouraged.
illegal.
dangerous.
25. When driving, you:
should only use turn signals if there is a vehicle behind you.
should always use turn signals to tell other drivers your intentions.
should carefully evaluate road and traffic conditions to decide if you should use turn signals.
should not use turn signals when the road is empty.
26. Service lines are often coded with the color ____ to keep from getting them mixed up with the emergency line.
blue
yellow
red
orange
27. On any upgrade, _________ – the more you will have to use lower gears to climb hills or mountains.
the heavier the load
the longer the grade
the steeper the grade
All of the above.
28. Skids caused by acceleration can usually be stopped by:
swerving to the right.
taking your foot off the accelerator.
swerving to the left.
applying the brakes firmly.
29. If you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, you should leave at least _____ between you and the vehicle ahead.
2 seconds
4 seconds
3 seconds
5 seconds
30. If you are being tailgated, you should:
avoid quick changes.
avoid tricks like turning on your taillights or flashing your brake lights.
increase your following distance.
All of the above.
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