CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (MA) - PRACTICE TEST
21.
When using a fire extinguisher, you should stay:
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at whatever distance you think is safe.
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as close to the fire as possible, without getting burnt.
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at least 10 feet away from the fire.
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as far away from the fire as possible.
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22.
When transporting cargo, cargo securement must be checked within the first _____ miles of a trip and every _____ miles after.
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50; 150
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50; 250
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100; 150
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150; 250
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23.
When you are prescribed medications, you should:
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ask your doctor if the drug will affect safe driving ability.
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also take medications that prevent drowsiness to stay alert.
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stop taking the medication if you notice it is affecting your driving ability.
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None of the above.
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24.
You are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 35 mph. You should allow at least ______ of following distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.
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6 seconds
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4 seconds
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2 seconds
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3 seconds
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25.
Which of the following helps keep the engine cool in hot weather?
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Driving faster to force more air into the radiator.
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Making sure there is enough engine oil.
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Making sure the anti-lock braking system is on.
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All of the above.
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26.
Which of the following statements about driving in hot weather is true?
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You should check the tire mounting and air pressure before driving.
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Spots where tar "bleeds" to the surface
provide better traction.
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If a tire is too hot to touch, you should hose it down with water.
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All of the above.
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27.
Which of the following statements about accelerating is TRUE?
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If the drive wheels begin to spin, speed up to regain traction.
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When traction is poor, you should avoid speeding up gradually.
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Rough acceleration can cause mechanical damage.
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All of the above.
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28.
When approaching an emergency vehicle stopped on the side of the road with lights flashing, you should:
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stay in the right lane.
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speed up.
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yielding the right-of-way by coming to a complete stop.
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move to the lane not next to that of the emergency vehicle.
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29.
A driver distraction is anything that takes your attention away from driving, such as:
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billboards.
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pedestrians.
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adjusting the radio.
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All of the above.
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30.
To determine how much space you should keep in front of you, one good says you need at least ______ for each 10 feet of vehicle length at speeds below 40 mph.
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3 seconds
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2 seconds
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4 seconds
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1 second
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