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The Individual Vehicle Distance Record (IVDR) must include all of the following except:
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Trip origin and destination
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Date of trip
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Number of stops
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Total distance traveled
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2.
When should you be particularly careful about high winds?
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When driving in winter
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When driving at night
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When going downhill
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When emerging from a tunnel
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3.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is:
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the total weight of the trailer or trailers.
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the total weight of a single vehicle, except its load.
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the total weight of a single vehicle including its load.
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the total weight of the vehicle axle.
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4.
The header board, if equipped, should:
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not be used in case of a crash or emergency stop.
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block the forward movement of any cargo you carry.
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never be used for cargo.
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can be dangerous.
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5.
The safety valve installed in the first tank the air compressor pumps air is set to open:
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if there is too much pressure.
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at 30 psi.
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every 15 minutes.
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if there is too little pressure.
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6.
Retarders:
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apply their
braking power whenever
you push on the accelerator.
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help prevent accidents by applying extra braking power to the non-drive wheels.
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help slow a vehicle and reduce brake wear.
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All of the above.
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7.
When you drive a tractor-trailer combination with ABS, you should:
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brake as you always have.
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pump the brakes.
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always apply the brakes hard.
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apply the trailer hand brake whe braking.
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8.
When going down a steep downgrade, it is important to select a "safe" speed that is not too fast for:
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the weather.
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the total weight of the vehicle and cargo.
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the steepness of the grade.
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All of the above.
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9.
Why should you complete an after-trip inspection report?
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So you won't be held responsible for any subsequent damage.
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To help the motor carrier know when the vehicle needs repairs.
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To prove that you finished your trip.
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All of the above.
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10.
It's very important to distribute the cargo so it is:
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as low as possible.
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piled up.
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as high up as possible.
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in the centre of the load.
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