CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (FLORIDA) - PRACTICE TEST

11. Federal, state, and local regulations for commercial vehicles:
only apply to US residents.
vary from place to place.
do not apply to CMV's operated in intrastate commerce.
only apply to CMV's operated in interstate commerce.
12. Before transporting sealed loads, you should check:
a small sample of whatever is inside.
that you don't exceed gross weight and axle weight limits.
the special transit permit.
None of the above.
13. Which of the following statements about cargo weight is true?
It is always safe to operate at legal maximum weights.
The shipper loads the cargo, and the driver is not responsible for recognizing overloads and poorly balanced weight.
States have maximums for GVWRs, GCWRs and axle weights. You must keep weights within legal limits.
All of the above.
14. Which of the following statements about driving in cold weather is true?
An engine cannot overheat when the weather is very cold.
Exhaust system leaks are less dangerous in cold weather.
Brakes will never fade or fail from excessive heat caused by using them too much.
You should use windshield washer antifreeze.
15. Water in the brakes can cause the brakes to:
be weak or apply unevenly.
break.
fade.
overheat.
16. To keep your vehicle from rolling back when you start, you should:
apply the emergency brake whenever necessary.
pump the brakes.
turn the engine off before you take your foot off the brake.
partly engage the clutch before you take your foot off the brake.
17. After the first stop, drivers must inspect the securement of the cargo:
every 250 miles or every five hours.
every 100 miles or every two hours.
every 50 miles or every hour.
every 150 miles or every three hours.
18. While driving at night, use __________ when it is safe and legal to do so.
high beams
low beams
interior lights
emergency flashers
19. If there is a fire and you are not sure what to use to put it out, you should:
use a fire extinguisher.
wait for firefighters.
use dry powder.
use water.
20. Air tank drains:
are used to move air to the brakes.
should not be used in wet weather.
are used to remove water and oil from the air tanks.
protect the tanks and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
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