CDL PRACTICE TEST (DC) - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST

11. Which of the following statements about using turn signals is true?
To turn safely you must keep one hand on the wheel.
You should use your turn signals when your vehicle is parked at the side of the road.
To keep others from trying to pass you, you should signal just before you turn.
None of the above.
12. To test for hydraulic leaks, you should:
pump the brake pedal three times, then hold the pedal for five seconds. The pedal should not move.
apply the brakes firmly using the brake pedal and check to see if the brake pedal returns to its normal position.
keep the wheels locked up after you release the brakes.
use the stab braking method, then re-apply the brakes as soon as you can.
13. When you drive a tractor-trailer combination with ABS, you should:
pump the brakes.
apply the trailer hand brake whe braking.
always apply the brakes hard.
brake as you always have.
14. Your vehicle must be equipped with:
Fire extinguisher(s)
Warning devices for parked vehicles
Spare electrical fuses
All of the above.
15. Which of the following is a reason to cover cargo?
To contain a spill
To protect people from spilled cargo
To protect the cargo from weather
All of the above.
16. To make sure you always have overhead clearance, you must be aware that ________ may have reduced the clearances since the heights were posted.
packed snow
water on the road
warm temperatures
the weight of the cargo
17. When driving a 50 foot vehicle at 50 mph, how much space should you keep in front of you?
4 seconds
6 seconds
3 seconds
5 seconds
18. Which of the following is NOT a hazard?
A cardboard box on the road
An escape ramp
Work zones
A freeway/highway exits that go downhill
19. During the vehicle inspection, when checking the tires you should:
check for the minimum tread depth (4/32 on all tires).
ensure that the tread is evenly worn.
ensure the middle of the tires is more worn than the outside.
ensure that valve caps are missing.
20. To prevent rolling back when you start, if you have a manual transmission you should:
use the lowest reverse gear.
never the parking brake.
over-accelerate.
partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake.
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