GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST MAINE - PRACTICE TEST

31. You should do an after-trip inspection:
after each trip.
once a month.
at least once a week.
32. When going down long, steep downgrades, you should:
only use the brakes.
downshifting and then use the brakes.
try not to use the brakes.
33. Why should you avoid driving too near the edge of the road?
To get a better view of the road ahead.
Driving too near the edge of the road can cause the top of your vehicle to hit roadside objects.
To keep other vehicles from passing you.
34. To use road speed to know when to switch gears you should:
learn what speeds each gear is good for.
learn the operating rpm range of your vehicle.
watch your tachometer, and shift up when your engine reaches the top of the range.
35. In order for you to be seen easily:
lights should be turned off when driving during the day.
lights should be clean and working properly.
lights should only be used when driving in driving in rainy weather.
36. _______ is the number one cause of death and injury in work zones.
Excessive heat
Speeding
Driving too slow for conditions
37. Emergency lines are often coded with the color ___ to keep from getting them mixed up with the service line.
yellow.
blue.
red.
38. When using your turn signals, you should:
signal well before you turn.
turn the signal off before you turn.
signal only if vehicles are behind you.
39. Which of the following factors is NOT used to determine your safe speed when going down a long steep downgrade?
Total weight of the vehicle and cargo
Weather
Time of day
40. Use your four-way emergency flashers:
when parked at the side of the road.
to warn drivers behind you that people are working on the road.
All of the above.
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