CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (MASSACHUSETTS)

31. If you double your speed, your braking distance will be:
4 times longer.
3 times longer.
2 times longer.
8 times longer.
32. There are two ways of knowing when to shift up:
Engine speed and road speed
Engine speed and weather conditions.
Weather conditions and road speed.
Automatic transmissions and shift indicator light.
33. Engine oil pressure should come up to normal within _________ after the engine is started.
seconds
two minutes
ten minutes
five minutes
34. You should reject a vehicle until which of the following gets rectified?
Faulty windshield wipers
Faulty flashers
Faulty headlights
All of the above.
35. Which of the following is NOT true?
ABS won't compensate for poor brake maintenance.
ABS won't compensate for bad brakes.
ABS will change the way you normally brake.
ABS only comes into play when a wheel would have locked up because of over braking.
36. When transporting a load, the cargo should be inspected:
by your supervisor.
after every break you take during your trip.
by a helper.
only after driving.
37. Retarders:
reduce the need for using your brakes.
reduce brake wear.
help slow a vehicle.
All of the above.
38. Transporting livestock requires special attention. Why?
Because a rollover is more likely.
Because livestock can lean on curves.
Because livestock can move around in a trailer.
All of the above.
39. Which of the following should you check for looseness, damage, sticking or improper settings?
Brake controls
Transmission controls
Steering wheel
All of the above.
40. The height of a vehicle's center of gravity is important for safe handling. Why?
A high center of gravity means you are less likely to tip over.
Trucks with a high center of gravity have better traction.
Trucks with a high center of gravity can roll over at the posted speed limit for a curve.
All of the above.
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