KS CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST - CDL PRACTICE TEST
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Drivers operating CMVs must notify their employer within ______ of a conviction for any traffic violation (except parking).
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30 days
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14 days
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7 days
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3 days
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12.
If you are driving a 40-foot vehicle at 35 mph, you should leave at least _____ between you and the vehicle ahead.
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3 seconds
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4 seconds
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5 seconds
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6 seconds
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13.
Which of the following is NOT true?
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ABS won't compensate for bad brakes.
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ABS won't compensate for poor brake maintenance.
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ABS only comes into play when a wheel would have locked up because of over braking.
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ABS will change the way you normally brake.
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14.
The use of brakes on a steep downgrade is:
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much more effective than the engine braking effect.
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a supplement to the braking effect of the engine.
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the main braking factor.
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dangerous, and should be avoided at all costs.
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15.
The vehicle inspection report:
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ensures that when the driver gets behind the wheel, the mechanic is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle.
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tells the shipper how to package the materials.
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ensures that vehicle inspections are conducted regularly.
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tells the motor carrier about problems that may need fixing.
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16.
Anti-lock brakes:
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help you stop faster.
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increase your stopping distance.
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reduce the perception distance.
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keep your brakes from locking up when you brake hard.
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17.
The most important way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle is to:
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look out the window.
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check your mirrors regularly.
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get out and walk around the vehicle.
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look at your line of travel.
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18.
Which of the following statements about brake shoes is true?
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Brake shoes should be thinner than ¼ inch.
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brakes can fade or fail from excessive heat caused by relying too much on the engine braking effect.
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Brake drums must have cracks longer than half the width of the friction area.
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None of the above.
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19.
When you have to back, you should always try to back toward the driver's side. Why?
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Backing toward the left side is more dangerous.
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You can watch the front of your vehicle by looking out the side window.
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You can see better and watch the rear of your vehicle by looking out the side window.
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All of the above.
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20.
Retarders:
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help slow a vehicle and reduce brake wear.
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apply their
braking power whenever
you push on the accelerator.
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help prevent accidents by applying extra braking power to the non-drive wheels.
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All of the above.
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