GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST IDAHO - PRACTICE TEST

21. When only the tractor has ABS:
the trailer is less likely to swing out.
you should be able to maintain steering control during braking.
there is a greater chance of jackknifing.
22. Which of the following statements about over-the-counter drugs is true?
They are not considered drugs.
They may affect safe driving ability.
They can be used while on duty, as long as you drink coffee to stay awake.
23. To warn drivers behind you that you will be slowing down, you should:
tap your brake pedal a few times to flash your brake lights.
turn on the parking, clearance and side-marker lights.
turn on the right and left turn signals at the same time.
24. The distance your vehicle travels, in ideal conditions, from the time you see a hazard until your brain recognizes it, is called:
Stopping distance
Reaction distance
Perception distance
25. It is important to shift gears correctly to keep:
control of the vehicle.
the engine cool.
the engine oil flowing.
26. Loads that are over-length, over-width and/or overweight:
require special transit permits.
may require special equipment such as “wide load” signs, flags and flashing lights.
All of the above.
27. What is the minimum tread depth for front tires?
1/32 inch
4/32 inch
1/2 inch
28. When driving a modern truck, the gear you should be in before starting down a hill is usually_____ the gear required to climb the same hill.
lower than
the same as
higher than
29. When backing, it is important to use a helper whenever possible. Why?
Because you cannot see everything behind your vehicle.
To make sure you don't damage your truck.
Because it's required by law.
30. When driving on packed snow, you should reduce speed by:
10%.
one-third.
a half.
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