CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (COLORADO)

11. What is the most important hand signal you should agree on with a helper?
Stop
Go forward
Keep backing
Turn right
12. What should you do to test your hydraulic brakes for leaks?
Pump the brake pedal five times, then apply pressure for three seconds.
Hold the brake pedal down for five seconds, then pump it three times.
Pump the brake pedal three times, then apply pressure for 9 seconds.
Pump the brake pedal three times, then apply pressure to the pedal and hold for five seconds.
13. When inspecting mirrors and windshields for dirt, cracks, illegal stickers, and other obstructions to seeing clearly, you should:
clean and adjust as necessary.
leave it as is and write any instructions or notes on the vehicle inspection guide.
write all necessary adjustments in your pre-trip inspection.
None of the above.
14. No matter how small the cargo is, it should have at least:
6 tie-downs.
4 tie-downs.
1 tie-down.
2 tie-downs.
15. If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back?
Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake, put on the parking brake if necessary.
Release the parking brake before you have applied enough engine power to keep from rolling back.
Press on the gas pedal, even if you have to roll back a little.
None of the above.
16. Checking the engine compartment during the seven-step inspection does NOT include checking:
the battery fluid level.
the power steering fluid level.
the engine oil level.
the engine oil temperature.
17. When a tire fails, you must:
stay off the brake.
hold the steering wheel firmly.
get out and check all the tires after you have come to a stop.
All of the above.
18. What are some advantages of going right instead of left around an obstacle?
There may be a shoulder that you can steer into.
You can avoid a head-on collision.
Someone may be passing to the left.
All of the above.
19. Hazardous materials can be recognized by looking at the container's:
color.
type.
label.
shape.
20. Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is determined by:
how frequently you drink.
the type of alcohol you drink.
the amount of alcohol you drink.
All of the above.
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