MICHIGAN CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

31. After a tire has been changed, the driver should stop a short while later to:
decrease tire pressure.
deflate the tire to 10 psi.
check the tightness of the nuts.
32. Baffles:
help to prevent cargo overload.
separate the load.
help to control the forward and backward liquid surge.
33. Use of drugs can lead to traffic accidents resulting in:
Injury
Death
All of the above.
34. Which of the following statements about engine belts and driving in hot weather is true?
Loose belts will not turn the water pump and/or fan on properly.
You can check v-belt tightness by pressing on the belts.
All of the above.
35. Confused drivers can be very hazardous. Clues to confusion include:
changing lanes for no apparent reason.
hesitation.
All of the above.
36. If your brakes fail on a steep mountain downgrade, you should:
decide what to do as soon as you know your brakes do not work.
slow down until your vehicle comes to a complete stop.
stay on the road and keep looking for the next available escape ramp.
37. If your license is suspended:
you must notify your employer within 2 business days.
you must notify the Department of Transportation.
you must notify your employer within 2 weeks.
38. The Gross Combination Weight (GCW) is:
the weight of the vehicle, trailer, and cargo.
the weight of the trailer and cargo.
the total weight of a single vehicle including its load.
39. The trailer hand valve should be used:
only when applying the brakes hard.
only to test the trailer brakes.
only on slippery surfaces.
40. Retarders:
help slow a vehicle and reduce brake wear.
apply their braking power whenever you push on the accelerator.
help prevent accidents by applying extra braking power to the non-drive wheels.
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