CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (MARYLAND) - PRACTICE TEST
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When driving on wet roads, you should:
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pull of the road and get some rest.
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reduce speed by about one-third.
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reduce speed by 60%.
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follow the vehicle ahead more closely than under ideal driving conditions.
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12.
_________ is the distance it takes to stop in ideal conditions once the brakes are applied.
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Perception distance
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Stopping distance
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Braking distance
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Safe following distance
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Poor weight balance:
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makes it easier to turn.
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improves handling.
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increases fuel efficiency.
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can make vehicle handling more difficult.
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14.
If you double your speed, your braking distance will be:
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2 times longer.
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8 times longer.
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4 times longer.
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3 times longer.
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15.
You can determine if your vehicle is equipped with ABS (anti-lock braking system) by:
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checking for a yellow ABS malfunction lamp on the instrument panel.
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looking for wheel speed sensor wires coming from the rear of your brakes.
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checking if your vehicle was manufactured after March 1, 1998.
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All of the above.
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16.
To stay alert and safe while driving, you should:
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avoid any drug that hides fatigue.
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always drive alone, if possible.
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drink coffee if you get drowsy.
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drive at night, if possible.
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17.
When checking the engine compartment, which of the following should you check?
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Battery fluid level.
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Engine oil level.
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Windshield washer fluid level.
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All of the above.
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18.
Passive railroad crossings:
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have at least one traffic control device.
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usually have a person directing traffic.
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do not have traffic control devices.
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should never be crossed using a CMV.
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19.
If an aggressive driver is involved in an accident down the road, you should:
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confront the aggressive driver.
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try to get their vehicle to the side of the road.
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make eye contact with the driver.
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stop a safe distance from the accident scene, wait for the police and report the behavior you witnessed.
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20.
If your vehicle gets stuck on the railroad tracks, you should:
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gather up your paperwork and shipping papers while calling 911, then get out of the vehicle.
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check for identifiable landmarks to give the location of the crossing.
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get out of your vehicle and away from the tracks.
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All of the above.
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