CDL Air Brakes Practice Test - Maine

11. In a dual-air system - with engine at operating RPM, the pressure should build from 85 to 100 psi within how many seconds?
20
12
45
12. After supplying air to the trailer brake system, you should check the brake system for crossed air lines by:
applying and releasing the trailer brakes and listening for the sound of trailer brakes.
shutting the engine off so you can hear the brakes.
All of the above.
13. When driving on long and/or steep downgrades, to select an appropriate safe speed you should consider:
the total weight of the vehicle and cargo.
the road conditions.
All of the above.
14. Air brakes:
are an effective way to stop large and heavy vehicles.
are prohibited on larger vehicles.
should be used only when driving on wet roads.
15. With the air pressure built up to governor cutoff, the maximum leakage rates per minute are ___ psi for single vehicles and ___ psi for a combination of 2 vehicles.
5; 6
3; 4
3; 2
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