CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (KS) - PRACTICE TEST
41.
If during vehicle inspection a tire is too hot to touch, you should:
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remain stopped until the tire cools off.
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immediately decrease air pressure.
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let air out.
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make sure there is enough engine oil on the tires.
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42.
When driving on a slippery surface, you should do all of the following except:
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keep a shorter following distance.
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watch far enough ahead to keep a steady speed.
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not pass slower vehicles unless necessary.
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adjust braking to conditions.
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43.
Tests have shown that trucks with a high center of gravity are more likely to tip over, therefore you should:
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distribute the cargo so the majority of the weight is on the steering axle.
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distribute the cargo as low as possible.
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put the lightest parts of the cargo under the heaviest parts.
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All of the above.
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44.
When checking the engine compartment in a vehicle inspection, you should check all of the following except:
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Coolant level in radiator
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Shock absorbers
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Engine oil level
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Windshield washer fluid level
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45.
To avoid becoming distracted while driving, you should:
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adjust all vehicle controls and mirrors prior to driving.
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plan your route before you begin driving.
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clear the vehicle of any unnecessary objects.
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All of the above.
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46.
Blocking and bracing are:
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used to keep cargo from sliding and to prevent movement of cargo.
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coupling devices used to connect the service air lines from the truck or tractor to the trailer.
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driving techniques used to regain control when your drive wheels start to skid.
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None of the above.
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47.
Which of the following is not a reason for covering cargo?
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To protect people from spilled cargo
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To prevent other drivers from looking at the cargo
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To protect the cargo from weather
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All of the above.
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48.
Without engine oil:
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exhaust emissions will be reduced.
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traction will be reduced.
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the ABS won't work.
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the engine can be destroyed rapidly.
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49.
In an emergency, if you have to drive off the road you should:
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stay on the shoulder (if possible) until your vehicle has come to a stop.
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keep one set of wheels on the pavement, if possible.
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avoid using the brakes until your speed has dropped.
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All of the above.
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50.
When is it safe to remove the radiator cap?
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It is always safe.
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As soon as you've stopped, as long as the engine is not hot.
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Whenever coolant has to be added to the system.
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When you can touch the radiator cap with your bare hand.
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