CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (ILLINOIS)

11. If you must stop on or by a one-way or divided highway, where should you place the three reflective triangles?
10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet in front of the vehicle.
10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet toward the approaching traffic.
10 feet and 100 feet toward the approaching traffic, and 200 feet in front of the vehicle.
100 feet and 200 feet toward the approaching traffic, and 10 feet in front of the vehicle.
12. Which of the following is NOT true?
ABS only comes into play when a wheel would have locked up because of over braking.
ABS won't compensate for bad brakes.
ABS will change the way you normally brake.
ABS won't compensate for poor brake maintenance.
13. The tire load for each tire is stated:
on the inside of the tire.
on the side of the tire.
on the tread of the tire.
on the vehicle's operator manual.
14. Which of these statements about using your mirrors is FALSE?
You should use your mirrors to spot overtaking vehicles.
There are blind spots that your mirrors cannot show you.
When driving, you should check mirrors regularly to know where other vehicles are around you.
None of the above.
15. The application pressure gauge:
protects the tank and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
shows how much air pressure is being applied to the brakes.
stops the compressor from pumping air.
tells you how much pressure is in the air tanks.
16. Loose cargo:
could hurt or kill you during a quick stop.
could fall off your vehicle and cause traffic problems.
can be a danger to others and yourself.
All of the above.
17. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is:
the value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a combination vehicle.
the minimum weight that must be hauled by a vehicle, as specified by the manufacturer.
the value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a single vehicle.
the value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a vehicle, including cargo and trailers.
18. If an aggressive driver is involved in an accident down the road, you should:
stop a safe distance from the accident scene, wait for the police and report the behavior you witnessed.
try to get their vehicle to the side of the road.
make eye contact with the driver.
confront the aggressive driver.
19. The best way to see the rear and sides of your vehicle is to:
roll down your driver's window.
use your rear view camera.
check your mirrors regularly.
roll down your passenger-side window.
20. When backing, it is important to use a helper whenever possible. Why?
Because it's required by law.
Because you cannot see everything behind your vehicle.
To make sure you don't damage your truck.
All the above.
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