MA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

31. Hydroplaning:
can occur at speeds as low as 30 mph.
never occurs at speeds below 40 mph.
only happens when tire pressure is higher than normal.
only occurs at extremely high speeds.
32. The air tanks should be drained completely to remove:
water and oil.
the radiator cap.
carbon monoxide.
air.
33. After a tire has been changed, the driver should stop a short while later to:
check tread separation.
deflate the tire to 10 psi.
check the tightness of the nuts.
decrease tire pressure.
34. When driving in foggy conditions you should:
slow down.
flash your brake lights.
drive on the shoulder.
speed up.
35. To avoid becoming a distracted driver you should:
adjust all vehicle controls and mirrors while driving.
not turn off all communication devices.
not engage in complex conversations with others.
eat and drink while you drive.
36. As long as the engine is not overheated, it is safe to remove the radiator cap.
True, as long as you are wearing gloves.
True.
False.
True, unless you can touch the radiator cap with your bare hand.
37. If you expect to operate in both excepted and non-excepted intrastate commerce, what type of commercial operation should you disclose?
Standard
Either excepted or non-excepted
Non-excepted
Excepted
38. To avoid rollbacks when you start, you should:
put on the parking brake whenever necessary.
if you have manual transmission, partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake.
release the parking brake only when you have applied enough engine power.
All of the above.
39. When driving a 50 foot vehicle at 50 mph, how much space should you keep in front of you?
5 seconds
4 seconds
6 seconds
3 seconds
40. When steering to avoid a crash, you should:
lock your wheels while turning.
not turn any more than needed to clear the hazard.
apply the brake while you are turning.
accelerate and steer at the same time.
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