IOWA DOUBLES TRIPLES PRACTICE CDL TEST

11. When coupling double trailers, if the second trailer does not have spring brakes, to set the trailer emergency brakes you should:
1. Connect the emergency line 2. Drive the tractor close to the trailer 3. Disconnect the emergency line 4. Charge the trailer air tank.
1. Drive the tractor close to the trailer 2. Connect the emergency line 3. Charge the trailer air tank 4. Disconnect the emergency line.
1. Disconnect the emergency line 2. Drive the tractor close to the trailer 3. Charge the trailer air tank 4. Connect the emergency line.
12. Retarders:
reduce braking distance.
help slow a vehicle, reducing the need for using brakes.
improve gas mileage.
13. On any upgrade, _________ – the more you will have to use lower gears to climb hills or mountains.
the steeper the grade
the longer the grade
All of the above.
14. Before operating the vehicle, the driver should:
should not review the vehicle inspection report and immediately try to find any vehicle defects.
review the last vehicle inspection report.
rely on the last vehicle inspection and skip the pre-trip inspection.
15. Doubles/triples are:
easier to drive than other CMVs.
usually faster than most CMVs.
less stable than other CMVs.
16. When driving in extremely hot weather, if the air pressure in the tires is too high, you should:
continue driving.
let air out of the tires to decrease pressure.
stop and remain stopped until the tires cool off.
17. The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by recognizing tire failure.
by feeling the brakes come on.
by seeing it in your mirrors.
18. In newer vehicles with air brakes, you put on the parking brake:
using a diamond-shaped, yellow, push-pull control knob.
placing the transmission in Park.
using a P-shaped, yellow control knob.
19. A low air pressure warning signal:
is required on vehicles with air brakes.
is required on all vehicles without air brakes.
is optional on vehicles with air brakes.
20. In a combination vehicle, ________ is most likely to turn over.
the last trailer
the trailer behind the tractor
the tractor
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