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What three things add up to total stopping distance?
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Perception distance, reaction distance and braking distance
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Reaction distance + viewing distance + braking distance
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Braking distance + stopping distance
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Reaction distance + braking distance
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2.
Baffles:
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separate the load.
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help to prevent cargo overload.
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help to control the forward and backward liquid surge.
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help to control the side-to-side liquid surge.
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3.
When approaching a vehicle as part of a pre-trip inspection, which of the following could be a sign of trouble?
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All of the above.
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Inflated tires
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Fresh oil under the vehicle
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None of the above.
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4.
Which of the following statements about managing space is true?
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If you find yourself being tailgated, you should increase your following distance.
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Smaller vehicles require more space to stop than larger ones.
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Full tank vehicles may take longer to stop than empty ones.
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You need at least 1 second for each 10 feet of vehicle length at speeds above 40 mph.
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5.
The best way to test the trailer service brakes is to:
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put the handbrake on when there are no vehicles around you.
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pull forward quickly, then apply the trailer brakes with your hand control.
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accelerate to the maximum possible speed, then apply the trailer brakes fully.
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None of the above.
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6.
When the wheels of a trailer lock up, the trailer will tend to swing around. This is more likely to happen when:
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the trailer is overloaded.
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the trailer is empty or lightly loaded.
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the trailer is fully loaded.
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None of the above.
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7.
Which of the following can cause front-wheel skid?
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Driving too fast for conditions.
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Cargo loaded so not enough weight is on the front axle.
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Lack of tread on the front tires.
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All of the above.
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8.
If you are feeling drowsy, before driving you should:
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drink some coffee.
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get some sleep.
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wait at least 30 minutes.
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drink soda.
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9.
In an emergency, if you have to drive off the road you should:
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keep one set of wheels on the pavement, if possible.
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stay on the shoulder (if possible) until your vehicle has come to a stop.
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avoid using the brakes until your speed has dropped.
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All of the above.
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10.
Which of the following is a reason to cover cargo?
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To contain a spill
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To protect people from spilled cargo
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To protect the cargo from weather
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All of the above.
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