DELAWARE CDL COMBINATION PRACTICE TEST

11. You are hooking up to an old trailer. The trailer does not have spring brakes. If you cross the air lines:
the trailer hand valve will apply the tractor brakes instead of the trailer brakes.
you will be able to drive away but you will not have trailer brakes.
the glad hands will be locked together.
None of the above.
12. When driving in a construction zone, if a construction worker is near the road, you should:
further reduce your speed.
speed up.
come to a complete stop.
maintain a constant speed.
13. When the wheels of a trailer lock up:
ABS will increase stopping power.
the vehicle will gradually come to a complete stop.
the trailer will tend to swing around.
All of the above.
14. When uncoupling, after you unlock the fifth-wheel you should:
chock the trailer wheels.
ease the pressure on the locking jaws.
pull the tractor clear of the trailer.
pull the tractor partially clear of the trailer.
15. Which of the following is true about the trailer hand valve?
If used in driving it could cause the trailer to skid.
The trailer hand valve works the trailer brakes.
It should be used only to test the trailer brakes.
All of the above.
16. The tire load rating is stated:
inside the suspension system.
on each axle.
on the side of each tire.
on the dashboard.
17. By pushing the trailer air supply control knob in, you:
supply the tires with air.
supply the trailer with air.
keeps air in the tractor or truck brake system.
shut the air off and put on the trailer emergency brakes.
18. What is countersteering?
Locking your wheels while turning in an emergency situation.
Turning the steering wheel quickly the other way after steering in an emergency situation.
Driving too fast for conditions.
Staying off the brake while steering to the right to avoid an accident.
19. After a tire has been changed, you should:
deflate the tire to 15 psi.
wait at least 30 minutes before driving.
decrease tire pressure.
stop a short while later and check that the nuts are tight.
20. Which of the following is NOT part of checking the sliding fifth-wheel?
Checking that all locking pins are present and locked in place
Checking that the slide is not damaged or parts are missing
Checking that it is properly greased
Testing the tractor protection valve
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