IL CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST - CDL PRACTICE TEST

11. During a walk around inspection, which of the following should you check?
Condition of the front axle.
Condition of wheel and rim.
Shock absorber condition.
All of the above.
12. When driving in hot weather:
the the tires' air pressure will decrease.
antifreeze should be avoided.
the engine oil helps keep the engine cool, as well as lubricate it.
None of the above.
13. Most heavy trucks with manual transmissions require ____ to change gears.
single clutching
double clutching
triple clutching
None of the above.
14. Signaling well before you turn is the best way to:
let pedestrians know that you are about to make a turn.
keep other drivers from trying to pass you.
invite other drivers to get around you.
let oncoming drivers know that you are about to make a turn.
15. When the temperature is below freezing, which of the following areas may be slippery?
Wet roads
Shaded areas
Bridges
All of the above.
16. Hydroplaning occurs when:
tires lose traction.
you push in the clutch to let the drive wheels turn freely.
tire pressure is high.
you release the accelerator too soon.
17. Which of the following is NOT a common cause of vehicle fires?
Broken fuel pipe
Under-inflated tires
Headlights out of adjustment
Flammable cargo
18. Hanging meat in a refrigerated truck can be:
a very unstable load with a low center of gravity.
a very unstable load with a high center of gravity.
a very stable load with a low center of gravity.
a very stable load if properly distributed.
19. When starting your vehicle, oil pressure should come up to normal:
in about a minute.
within seconds.
in about two minutes.
within 5 minutes of driving.
20. Commercial motor vehicles:
are only required to have a fire extinguisher when transporting hazardous materials.
should have a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher and other emergency equipment.
are not required to have a fire extinguisher if they already have reflective warning triangles and other emergency equipment.
None of the above.
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