CDL COMBINATION PRACTICE TEST (IN)

11. You must have at least 4/32 inch tread depth in every major groove on front tires and at least ___ inch on other tires.
4/32
1/32
3/32
2/32
12. If the safety relief valve in the air brake system releases air:
something is wrong.
this will supply more power to the drive wheels.
the valve is fully operational.
this will supply more power to the brakes.
13. To prevent rollover, drivers of combination vehicles should:
keep the load is to one side.
keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible.
brake while turning.
make sure the cargo is not centered and spread out.
14. Brake fade results from, and is affected by:
excessive heat caused by using the brakes too much.
brakes out of adjustment.
excessive heat caused by not relying on the engine braking effect.
All of the above.
15. When checking air brakes on combination vehicles, which of the following is NOT part of checking that air flows to all trailers?
Opening the emergency line shut-off valve at the rear of the last trailer.
Going to the rear of the rig.
Using the trailer handbrake to provide air to the service line.
Pulling tractor forward until the fifth-wheel comes out from under the trailer.
16. When driving on slippery roads, you should NOT:
go slowly.
use the engine brake.
try to anticipate stops early.
watch far enough ahead to keep a steady speed.
17. How can you tell if a converter dollie has ABS?
There is a red lamp on the left side of the dolly.
There is a yellow lamp on the left side of the dolly.
There is an ABS plaque on the right side of the dolly.
There is an ABS system on the right side of the dolly.
18. What is a pull up when referring to truck driving?
Using the speedometer to know when to shift up.
A specific maneuver used to decelerate smoothly in the exit lane.
When a driver stops and pulls forward to get a better position.
A driving maneuver used to pull your vehicle over to the side of the road and stop.
19. Loose cargo:
could hurt or kill you during a quick stop.
can be a danger to others and yourself.
could fall off your vehicle and cause traffic problems.
All of the above.
20. You are coupling a tractor to a semi-trailer. After checking the trailer height but before supplying air to the trailer, you should:
raise the front trailer supports.
inspect the fifth-wheel.
connect the air lines to the trailer.
lock the trailer brakes.
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