ME CDL COMBINATION PRACTICE TEST

11. ABS:
is an addition to your normal brakes.
should only be used on dry roads.
allows you to brake harder.
12. Emergency lines on combination vehicles are often coded with the color ____ to keep from getting them mixed up with the ____ service line.
blue; red
yellow; black
red; blue
13. When backing a truck you should:
always rely on your mirrors.
look straight ahead.
get out and walk around the vehicle before you begin to back.
14. The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by seeing it in your mirrors.
by feeling the brakes come on.
by recognizing tire failure.
15. When driving at night you should:
always use low beams.
use your high beams when it is safe and legal to do so.
All of the above.
16. Combination vehicles usually require _________ single commercial vehicles.
more driving skill than
the same level of skill as
less driving skill than
17. Who is responsible for inspecting the cargo?
The shipper
The driver
The person who loaded and secured the cargo
18. The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by seeing it in your mirrors.
by using retarders.
by hearing squeaking noises from the wheels.
19. To test the tractor-semitrailer connection for security:
check that the trailer is locked onto the tractor by pulling the tractor gently forward while the trailer brakes are still locked.
plug the electrical cord into the trailer and fasten the safety catch.
pull out the air supply knob.
20. How do you find out how many seconds of following distance you have?
Pass a stationary object and count how many seconds it takes the vehicle ahead of you to reach the same spot.
Wait until the vehicle ahead of you passes a pavement marking, shadow or landmark. Then count off the seconds until you reach the same spot.
Wait until the vehicle ahead of you passes a pavement marking or some other clear landmark, then use the stopwatch on your mobile phone to see how long it takes you to reach the same spot.
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