INDIANA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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What should you do at an accident scene, among other things, to help prevent another accident?
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If you are stopping to help, park in the area immediately around the accident.
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Stay in your vehicle and file an accident report.
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Put on your 4-way emergency flashers.
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Call for assistance.
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12.
To test the service brake:
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push the brake pedal firmly while going about 5 mph.
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gently try to pull forward with the trailer parking brake on, then release the brake.
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shift your transmission to a low gear, pump the brake pedal three times, then hold it down for five seconds.
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push the brake pedal firmly while slowly moving backward.
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13.
Hanging meat in a refrigerated truck can be:
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a very stable load with a low center of gravity.
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a very stable load if properly distributed.
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a very unstable load with a low center of gravity.
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a very unstable load with a high center of gravity.
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14.
Which of these is NOT something you should check during the pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment?
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Engine oil level
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Worn electrical wiring insulation
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Brake controls
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Coolant level in radiator
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15.
Activities inside the vehicle that can distract your attention include:
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picking up something that fell.
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adjusting the radio.
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talking to passengers.
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All of the above.
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16.
Air tank drains:
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are used to move air to the brakes.
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protect the tanks and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
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are used to remove water and oil from the air tanks.
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should not be used in wet weather.
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17.
After a trip:
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you should replace the battery.
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you should inspect the vehicle.
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you should get the oil changed.
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you should place the vehicle out of service.
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18.
When the road is very slippery, you should:
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apply the brakes often to keep the linings dry.
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use the parking brake instead of the service brake.
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stop at the first safe place.
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downshift to stop.
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19.
Containerized loads are used:
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when transporting liquids.
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when the cargo has been or will be carried by rail or ship.
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when the cargo exceeds the weight limit.
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when transporting explosives.
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20.
When the spring brakes are on, you should never:
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upshift.
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push the brake pedal down.
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change lanes.
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decrease your speed.
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