IA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

11. Before transporting sealed loads, you should check that:
the seal numbers match the placard numbers.
the load is properly secured.
the load can be inspected.
12. When going down a hill, you should downshift:
before you start going downhill.
after starting down a hill.
as you go downhill.
13. The definition of Gross Vehicle Weight is:
Axle weight + cargo weight
Total weight of cargo
Total weight of a single vehicle + cargo
14. If driving a vehicle equipped with power steering, you should check:
hoses.
fluid level.
All of the above.
15. A vehicle inspection should be done in the same order each time:
because it is required by law.
because the report must be written in that order.
so you are less likely to forget something.
16. You should downshift:
before entering a curve and before starting down a hill.
after starting down a hill and after entering a curve.
before starting up a hill and while going around a curve.
17. Rust around wheel nuts may mean:
the wheels or rims have had welding repairs.
the nuts are too tight.
the nuts are loose.
18. During the vehicle inspection, you should check your clutch for:
Damage
Looseness
All of the above.
19. You should not use your horn unnecessarily. Why?
On vehicles possessing air brakes, it uses up air pressure you may need to be able to stop
The horn can startle other drivers, which could be dangerous.
All of the above.
20. You need to pay special attention to the space below your vehicle:
on dirt roads.
on multi-lane roads.
in school zones.
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