FL CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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When driving on a long and/or steep downgrade, drivers should:
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select an appropriate safe speed, and then use a low gear.
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use a low gear and release the brakes.
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accelerate.
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release the clutch.
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22.
When checking the steering system for defects, you should look for:
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cut or cracked valve stems.
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missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring.
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loose, broken, or missing tailpipes.
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bent, loose, or broken parts, such as tie rods.
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23.
The only way to stop a front-wheel skid is to:
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let the vehicle slow down.
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countersteer.
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supply more power to the drive wheels.
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All of the above.
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24.
When you park your vehicle and turn off the engine:
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activate your right turn signal.
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keep the vehicle in the lane.
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apply the parking brake.
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move the gear shift to first gear, if possible.
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25.
In order to protect yourself and others, you must be aware that children may do something hazardous because:
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they tend to like trucks.
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they don't have a driving license.
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they are often found in school zones.
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they tend to act quickly without checking traffic.
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26.
Which of the following is true about high beams?
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Using them seriously cuts down on your ability to see ahead.
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You should use them when you are not within 50 feet of an approaching vehicle.
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They should be used only if low beams suddenly stop working.
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High beams should be used when it is safe and legal to do so.
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27.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is:
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the total weight of the vehicle axle.
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the total weight of a single vehicle, except its load.
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the total weight of a single vehicle including its load.
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the total weight of the trailer or trailers.
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28.
When driving, you should check mirrors regularly to know where other vehicles are around you. Remember that:
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convex mirrors make things look larger and closer than they really are.
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every registered motor vehicle must have at least one mirror.
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there are blind spots that your mirrors cannot show you.
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you should check your after the start of any trip to make sure they are properly adjusted.
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29.
When inspecting the cargo, make sure it is:
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piled up.
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not overloaded.
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secured properly for the first 50 miles after beginning a trip.
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All of the above.
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30.
When you are being tailgated, you should NOT:
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avoid quick changes.
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turn on your taillights.
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increase your following distance.
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All of the above.
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