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ID CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

21. When using double clutching to shift gears, if you are having difficulty putting the vehicle into the next gear you should:
force the lever until you put the vehicle into the next gear.
reduce the engine speed to drop back to the previous gear.
return to neutral, release the clutch, increase the engine speed to match the road speed, and try again.
22. To avoid being blinded by the high beams of an oncoming vehicle:
don't look directly at bright lights when driving.
look at the right side of the road.
All of the above.
23. Axle weight is:
the maximum safe weight your tires can carry at a specified pressure.
the weight of all the axles added together.
the weight transmitted to the ground by one axle or one set of axles.
24. Things that can distract your attention while you are driving include:
police pulling someone over.
sunlight/sunset.
All of the above.
25. To make sure you always have overhead clearance, always be aware that:
re-paving or packed snow may have reduced the clearances since the heights were posted at bridges and overpasses.
an empty vehicle is taller than a loaded one.
All of the above.
26. You are driving on a two-lane road. If an oncoming driver has drifted into your lane:
you should brake as hard as you can.
a move to your left is best.
a move to your right is best.
27. To prevent drowsiness you should:
drive with a passenger.
eat frequently.
keep the cab warm.
28. How do you put on the parking brake on newer vehicles?
By using a round yellow knob.
By move a yellow lever to the left.
By pulling out a diamond-shaped yellow knob.
29. Suspension systems:
are rated for the maximum weight the vehicle can pull.
have a weight capacity rating.
have a minimum weight rating.
30. Alcohol:
does not affect judgement.
improves reaction time.
impairs depth perception.
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