HAWAII CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

21. When you have to back, you should always try to back toward the driver's side. Why?
You can watch the front of your vehicle by looking out the side window.
You can see better and watch the rear of your vehicle by looking out the side window.
All of the above.
22. Why should you put the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection?
So no one moves the vehicle while you are inspecting underneath it.
So you don't lose it.
You will need it to inspect the trailer.
23. If driving a vehicle equipped with power steering, you should check:
hoses.
fluid level.
All of the above.
24. Letting air out of hot tires:
will cool the tires down.
will help relieve the extra pressure.
should not be done, because the pressure will be too low when the tires cool off.
25. _______ is the distance your vehicle travels, in ideal conditions, from the time you see a hazard until your brain recognizes it.
Braking distance
Reaction distance
Perception distance
26. If a load is placed on one side of the trailer:
the steering axle weight will be too light to steer safely.
a rollover is more likely.
making turns may be easier.
27. When should you inspect your vehicle and cargo?
Before and after a trip.
Before and during a trip.
Before, during and after a trip.
28. To prevent drowsiness before a trip, drivers should:
drive alone.
prepare the route carefully, including stopping points.
get at least 5 hours of sleep.
29. To prevent getting sleepy while driving, you should:
keep cool by opening the window.
drive alone whenever possible.
keep the cab warm.
30. When you park your vehicle and turn off the engine:
activate your right turn signal.
move the gear shift to first gear, if possible.
apply the parking brake.
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