CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (ILLINOIS) - PRACTICE TEST

31. Aggressive driving is the act of:
operating a vehicle at a safe speed.
operating a vehicle in the left lane.
operating a vehicle at night.
operating a vehicle in a selfish or pushy manner.
32. Dollies with ABS are required to have a malfunction lamp:
on the right side.
on the left side.
on the rear.
on the front.
33. Which of the following is a common cause of truck fires?
Short circuits due to loose connections.
loose fuel connections.
Under-inflated tires and duals that touch.
All of the above.
34. When you are driving in close quarters, you should:
rely solely on your mirrors.
check your mirrors often.
avoid checking your your mirrors too frequently.
not use your mirrors.
35. Eating while driving is:
mandatory when driving alone.
a source of distraction.
a way to be more productive.
a good way to prevent drowsiness and maintain alertness.
36. How many reflective triangles/emergency reflectors should you carry?
4
2
3
1
37. What is a hazard?
The driver is uncertain about taking the off ramp.
Any road condition or other road user that is a possible danger.
The most common cause of hydroplaning.
Something you must stop for.
38. Road rage is defined as:
driving with the intent of doing harm to others.
unnecessarily honking your horn.
driving over the speed limit.
operating a motor vehicle in a selfish, pushy manner.
39. _________ are used on many vehicles to provide extra gears.
None of the other answers is correct.
Auxiliary transmissions and power steering cylinders
Retarders and multi-speed rear axles
Multi-speed rear axles and auxiliary transmissions
40. If a tire blows out, you should:
keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and stay off the brake until the vehicle has slowed down.
immediately head for the side of the road.
fully apply the brakes while holding the steering wheel firmly.
keep driving until you reach the next service station.
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