CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (MA) - PRACTICE TEST

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