CDL PRACTICE TEST (CT) - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST

11. When should you be particularly careful about high winds?
When going downhill
When emerging from a tunnel
When driving in winter
When driving at night
12. The safety relief valve is located:
on each end of the vehicle's axles.
on the dashboard.
in the first tank the air compressor pumps air to.
in the front brake.
13. When you park, you should try to park:
on the shoulder of the road.
so you'll be able to pull forward when you leave.
so there is enough room to back out.
None of the above.
14. If you double your speed, your braking distance will be:
8 times longer.
2 times longer.
4 times longer.
3 times longer.
15. Which of the following is part of checking lights?
Turning on the headlights and four-way flashers.
Getting out of the vehicle.
Turning off the engine and taking the key with you.
All of the above.
16. When only the tractor has ABS:
it will be much more difficult to maintain steering control.
the brakes won't work as effectively as without ABS.
there is less chance of jackknifing.
there is an increased chance of jackknifing.
17. Drivers transporting cargo are responsible for:
making sure the cargo is properly secured.
recognizing overloads.
inspecting the cargo.
All of the above.
18. Blocking _______________ to keep it from sliding.
is used in the front, back, and/or sides of a piece of cargo
goes from the upper part of the cargo to the floor
is used only in the back of a piece of cargo
None of the above.
19. Driving dry bulk tanks requires special care. Why?
They have a high center of gravity.
The load can shift.
Their weight and size can make it more difficult to stop quickly.
All of the above.
20. When conducting a pre-trip inspection:
the inspection report should only be reviewed if you will be carrying passengers.
you should review the last vehicle inspection report.
the vehicle inspection report should not be reviewed unless your supervisor tells you to do so.
None of the above.
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