CDL PRACTICE TEST (CT) - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST

21. To prevent drowsiness before a trip, you should:
drive with the windows rolled down.
drink 2 cups of coffee.
avoid medications that cause drowsiness.
avoid driving with a passenger.
22. Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of fatigue?
Adjust your speed depending on driving conditions
Rubbing eyes
Difficulty focusing
Missing exits
23. Why should you put the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection?
You will need it to inspect the trailer.
So you don't lose it.
So no one moves the vehicle while you are inspecting underneath it.
All of the above.
24. When more cargo is piled up in a truck, the center of gravity moves:
to the right side of the truck.
higher up from the road.
closer to the ground.
to the left side of the truck.
25. You should hold your steering wheel:
with both hands on the same side of the wheel.
gently with both hands.
firmly with both hands.
firmly with one hand.
26. When you have to back, you should use a helper:
whenever possible.
when you need to back on a curved path.
only when you back up with a trailer.
only when backing toward the right side.
27. Why should you check your mirrors regularly to know where other vehicles are around you?
To move out of their way if they want to get past.
To flash the brake lights if you are being tailgated.
To better assess your own speed.
To know whether you can make a quick lane change in an emergency.
28. When passing a vehicle, you should NOT:
assume the other driver does not see you.
at night, flash your lights from low to high beam and back.
keep blowing your horn while passing.
drive carefully enough to avoid an accident.
29. A cardboard box on the road:
is likely to be empty and should not be considered a hazard.
should always be driven over to avoid sudden direction changes.
will never damage vehicle parts if driven over.
may contain some solid material capable of causing damage.
30. Containerized loads:
should exceed gross weight and axle weight limits.
must be inspected before and after the trip.
are generally used for freight carried part way by rail or ship.
All of the above.
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