AIR BRAKES CDL PRACTICE TEST - KANSAS

11. The spring brakes come on:
when air pressure in both air brake systems rises to a value set by the manufacturer.
when main air pressure is lost.
when you bring the vehicle to a complete stop right away.
when you lose ABS control.
12. Brake lag is:
the time required for the air brakes to work after the brake pedal is pushed.
the distance your vehicle will continue to travel, in ideal conditions, before you hit the brakes.
the amount of air pressure required to stop the vehicle.
the distance your vehicle will travel, in ideal conditions, while you are braking.
13. Some air brake systems have an alcohol evaporator to:
force the brake shoes away from one another.
reduce the stopping power of the vehicle.
prevent ice from forming in the brake system.
reduce the danger of slipping.
14. The use of air brakes on a steep downgrade is only a supplement to:
the use of the spring brakes.
the use of the "controlled braking" method.
the use of the parking brakes.
the braking effect of the engine.
15. The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by recognizing tire failure.
by seeing it in your mirrors.
by feeling the brakes come on.
by opening the window and feeling the front of the mirror.
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