CDL TANKER PRACTICE TEST LOUISIANA
11.
The height of a vehicle's center of gravity is important for safe handling. Why?
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A high center of gravity means you are less likely to tip over.
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Trucks with a high center of gravity can roll over at the posted speed limit for a curve.
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Trucks with a high center of gravity have better traction.
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All of the above.
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12.
Which of the the following statements about fatigue is true?
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Fatigued driving is one of the leading causes of accidents.
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Fatigue impairs your vision and judgment.
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Fatigue may cause you to not see and react to hazards.
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All of the above.
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13.
To avoid blinding others, you should dim your lights within _____ of an oncoming vehicle.
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50
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250
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100
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None of the above.
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14.
When you leave your vehicle you should:
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leave the key in the ignition.
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release the parking brake.
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apply the service brake.
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None of the above.
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15.
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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Spring hangers
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Engine oil level
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Windshield washer fluid level
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16.
What is Gross Vehicle Weight?
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The total weight of a single vehicle, excluding its load
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The total weight of a combination of vehicles excluding the load
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The total weight of a single vehicle, including its load
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The total weight of the cargo
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17.
Engine oil pressure should come up to normal within _________ after the engine is started.
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ten minutes
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five minutes
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seconds
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two minutes
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18.
What results from movement of the liquid in partially filled tanks?
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Liquid waves
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Liquid surge
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Liquid splashes
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Liquid flow through
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19.
When driving a tanker, liquid surge:
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is never dangerous.
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results from movement of the liquid in full tanks.
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should not be a concern.
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can have bad effects on handling.
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20.
What should you do if you doubt you have safe space to pass under a low bridge?
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Assume that the height posted at the bridges is correct.
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If no warnings are posted, assume there is enough clearance under the bridge and proceed slowly.
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Increase the weight of your vehicle to clearing under the bridge.
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Go slowly, and take another route if you are not sure you can make it.
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