CT CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

11. Which of the following statements about backing heavy vehicles is true?
The helper should stand where you cannot see the helper.
Always back as quickly as possible.
Back to the right side so that you can see better.
You should avoid backing whenever you can.
12. Drivers who cannot see others are a dangerous hazard. Be especially alert for all of the following, except:
Pick-up trucks
Rental trucks
Loaded station wagons
Vehicles with frosted windows
13. Before loading or unloading any flammable liquids, you should:
turn on the headlights.
start the engine.
turn off the engine.
light up a cigarette.
14. ABS:
does not decrease your stopping distance.
improves your visibility at night.
helps you increase your average speed.
helps you increase your following distance.
15. If you experience a tire failure, do NOT:
when the vehicle has slowed down, brake very gently, pull off the road, and stop.
hold the steering wheel firmly.
stay off the brake (unless you're about to run into something).
apply the brakes as hard as you can.
16. The header board, if equipped, should:
never be used for cargo.
can be dangerous.
block the forward movement of any cargo you carry.
not be used in case of a crash or emergency stop.
17. ABS:
allows you to brake harder.
should only be used on dry roads.
replaces your normal brakes.
is an addition to your normal brakes.
18. Which of these can impair your vision and judgment, make you drowsy or otherwise affect safe driving ability?
Some prescription drugs
Alcoholic drinks
Some over-the-counter drugs
All of the above.
19. If you feel drowsy, you should _______ before driving.
drink coffee
sleep
exercise
listen to upbeat music
20. When you take a break in the middle of your trip, you should check:
missing exhaust pipes.
tires, brakes, lights and cargo securement devices.
gauges for signs of trouble.
heater, defroster and windshield wiper blades.
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