CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (LOUISIANA)
41.
When a vehicle goes around a corner, the rear wheels:
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will turn freely.
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follow a different path than the front wheels.
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will lock up.
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follow the same path as the front wheels.
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42.
A driver distraction is anything that takes your attention away from driving, such as:
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billboards.
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pedestrians.
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adjusting the radio.
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All of the above.
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43.
Which of the following statements is true?
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Short-term or daily rental truck drivers are often not used to driving a large vehicle and may pose a hazard to you.
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You can always trust other drivers to turn in the direction that their turn signal is indicating.
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You do not have to worry about individuals driving cars with out-of-state license plates.
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Delivery truck drivers are professionals and do not pose any hazard to you.
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44.
Empty trucks have the best braking. True or False?
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It depends on the cargo.
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True.
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False.
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It depends on the truck.
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45.
When driving, you should:
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use your mirrors only when changing lanes.
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avoid checking your mirros often.
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avoid using your mirrors to spot overtaking vehicles.
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check your mirrors regularly.
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46.
Whenever you back up with a trailer, position your vehicle so you can back in a straight line. If you must back on a curved path, back toward:
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the right side.
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Either side.
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the driver's side.
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Neither side (do not back).
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47.
When you discover a fire, if the trailer doors are hot you should not open them because:
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the temperature of the trailer should not be changed in any way.
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opening the doors lets air in and may make the fire flare up.
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you should use the fire extinguisher on the door.
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with air many fires do less damage.
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48.
A red triangle with an orange center means:
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Slow-moving vehicle
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The vehicle is hauling hazardous materials
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Law enforcement vehicle
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Liquid tanker
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49.
To avoid being blinded by the high beams of an oncoming vehicle:
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don't look directly at bright lights when driving.
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watch the sidelines when someone coming toward you has very bright lights on.
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look at the right side of the road.
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All of the above.
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50.
If you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, you should leave at least _____ between you and the vehicle ahead.
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5 seconds
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4 seconds
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2 seconds
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3 seconds
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