CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA) - PRACTICE TEST

31. 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.
32. If your vehicle thumps or vibrates heavily, it may be a sign that:
the engine belt is loose.
one of the tires has gone flat.
you need to shift up.
the brakes have failed.
33. You must have at least 4/32 inch tread depth in every major groove on front tires and at least ___ inch on other tires.
2/32
1/32
4/32
3/32
34. When backing a trailer, turn the wheel right to make the cab go ________ and the trailer go ________.
right; right
right; left
left; right
left; left
35. How can you tell if your vehicle is equipped with ABS?
Trailers will have yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the left side.
Look for yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the instrument panel.
Look under the vehicle for the wheel speed sensor wires coming from the back of the brakes.
All of the above.
36. Which of the following statements about over-the-counter drugs is true?
They are not considered drugs.
They may affect safe driving ability.
They are perfectly safe and legal.
They can be used while on duty, as long as you drink coffee to stay awake.
37. Weight that is loaded so there is a high center of gravity:
reduces the chance that the load will shift to the side or fall off.
causes greater chance of rollover.
makes a vehicle easier to handle.
All of the above.
38. Which of these is FALSE? The spare tire must:
be properly inflated.
be approved by the truck manufacturer.
be the proper size.
not be damaged.
39. The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by recognizing tire failure.
by seeing it in your mirrors.
by opening the window and feeling the front of the mirror.
by feeling the brakes come on.
40. Without engine oil:
exhaust emissions will be reduced.
traction will be reduced.
the ABS won't work.
the engine can be destroyed rapidly.
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