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Most heavy trucks with manual transmissions require ____ to change gears.
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double clutching
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single clutching
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triple clutching
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None of the above.
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2.
If your trailer starts to skid, you should:
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steer in the opposite direction.
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release the brakes.
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pump the brakes.
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lock the brakes.
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3.
To prevent a rollover, the driver should:
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drive slowly around corners, on ramps, and off ramps.
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drive on the shoulder if possible.
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make quick lane changes if possible.
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pay extra attention to the coolant level.
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4.
In newer vehicles with air brakes, you put on the parking brake:
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using a P-shaped, yellow control knob.
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moving the orange push-pull lever to the right.
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using a diamond-shaped, yellow, push-pull control knob.
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placing the transmission in Park.
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5.
"Bobtail" tractors are:
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tractors with a tank.
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heavily loaded trailers.
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tractors with two trailers.
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tractors without semitrailers.
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6.
You should flash your brake lights to warn drivers behind you when:
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you see a hazard that will require slowing down.
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you see a bus stops in the roadway ahead to unload passengers.
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you see you'll need to slow down.
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All of the above.
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7.
Which of the following is a good way to avoid becoming an aggressive driver?
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Avoid talking on your cell phone.
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Keep your following distance reasonable.
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Be realistic about your travel time.
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All of the above.
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8.
When the wheels of a trailer lock up:
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the vehicle will gradually come to a complete stop.
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ABS will increase stopping power.
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the trailer will tend to swing around.
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All of the above.
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9.
When driving, you should check mirrors regularly to know where other vehicles are around you. Remember that:
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every registered motor vehicle must have at least one mirror.
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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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there are blind spots that your mirrors cannot show you.
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convex mirrors make things look larger and closer than they really are.
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10.
When preparing to make a right turn, you should NOT turn wide to the left as you start the turn. Why?
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A following driver may try to pass you on the left.
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It makes the turn harder.
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Turning wide to the left can cause your vehicle to tilt.
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A following driver may try to pass you on the right.
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