KANSAS CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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Before transporting sealed loads, you should check that:
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the load can be inspected.
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the seal numbers match the placard numbers.
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the load is properly secured.
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All of the above.
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22.
Which of these describes the proper braking technique when driving on a long and steep downgrade?
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Apply the brakes until your speed has been reduced to 5 mph, then release the brakes. When your speed has increased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
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Apply the brakes. When your speed has been reduced to 5 mph below your safe speed, release the brakes. When your speed has increased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
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Release the brakes until your speed is 5 mph above your safe speed, then apply the brakes. When your speed has decreased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
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All of the above.
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23.
With low beams, drivers can see ahead about:
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100 feet
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250 feet
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150 feet
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15 feet
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24.
Combination vehicles usually require _________ single commercial vehicles.
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more driving skill than
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the same level of skill as
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less driving skill than
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None of the above.
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25.
Nitric acid should:
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loaded above other products.
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piled up high with heavy cargo on top.
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not be loaded above any other product.
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stacked to the ceiling.
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26.
What is a pull up when referring to truck driving?
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A driving maneuver used to pull your vehicle over to the side of the road and stop.
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When a driver stops and pulls forward to get a better position.
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A specific maneuver used to decelerate smoothly in the exit lane.
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Using the speedometer to know when to shift up.
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27.
The safety valve installed in the first tank the air compressor pumps air is set to open:
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every 15 minutes.
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if there is too little pressure.
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at 30 psi.
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if there is too much pressure.
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28.
To stay alert while driving, you should:
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avoid medications that can cause drowsiness.
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never open the window or use the air conditioner.
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rely on caffeine.
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All of the above.
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29.
When your rear wheels lock up, you may:
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skid, jackknife, or spin
the vehicle.
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lose steering control.
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gain better control of the vehicle.
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All of the above.
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30.
If you must stop on or by a one-way or divided highway, where should you place the three reflective triangles?
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10 feet and 100 feet toward the approaching traffic, and 200 feet in front of the vehicle.
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100 feet and 200 feet toward the approaching traffic, and 10 feet in front of the vehicle.
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10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet toward the approaching traffic.
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10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet in front of the vehicle.
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