IOWA CDL DOUBLES TRIPLES PRACTICE TEST

11. Too little weight on the driving axles can cause:
longer stopping distances.
mechanical damage.
poor traction.
12. Combination vehicles usually require _________ single commercial vehicles.
the same level of skill as
more driving skill than
less driving skill than
13. When possible, you should park:
so you will be able to pull forward when you leave.
on the shoulder.
so you will have to back up when you leave.
14. If there is a fire and you are not sure what to use to put it out, you should:
wait for firefighters.
use a fire extinguisher.
use water.
15. Which of the following is not proper tie-down equipment:
Chains
Bungee cords
Ropes
16. To prevent rollover, you should:
drive faster on ramps and off ramps.
drive in the left lane whenever possible.
drive slower around corners.
17. For safety during a trip, you should:
watch gauges for signs of trouble.
check critical items when you stop.
All of the above.
18. Engine oil pressure should come up to normal within _________ after the engine is started.
five minutes
seconds
two minutes
19. The trailer hand valve should:
never be used for parking.
be used in driving.
never be used to test the trailer brakes.
20. When you make a quick lane change, the crack-the-whip effect can turn the trailer over. The crack-the-whip effect is caused by:
the rear trailer of a triple.
strong wind.
rearward amplification.
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