GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST MINNESOTA - PRACTICE TEST
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Air tanks usually hold enough compressed air to allow the brakes to be used _________ even if the compressor stops working.
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for 3 days
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several times
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for one day
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for one stop
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12.
When going down long, steep downgrades:
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your speed will increase.
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your speed will stay about the same.
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your speed will decrease.
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None of the above.
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13.
The two ways of knowing when to shift are:
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engine speed and road speed.
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following distance and traffic speed.
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oil pressure and road conditions.
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weather and road conditions.
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14.
When going down long, steep downgrades, you should:
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try not to use the brakes.
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only use the brakes.
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rely solely on engine braking to reduce your speed.
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downshifting and then use the brakes.
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15.
Before starting down a hill, you should:
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look for an escape route.
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slow down and shift to a lower gear.
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release the accelerator and shift to Neutral at the same time.
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apply the brakes hard.
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16.
Which of the following vehicles is most likely to turn over?
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3 axle tractor semitrailer
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65 ft. conventional double
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5 axle tractor semitrailer
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Triple trailer
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17.
Shaded parts of the road:
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usually are not slippery.
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will remain icy and slippery after other areas have melted.
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usually don't freeze.
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will melt before open areas.
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18.
When backing, as soon as you see the trailer getting off the proper path, you should:
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to keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and continue backing.
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turn the top of the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the drift.
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turn the top of the steering wheel in the direction of the drift.
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None of the above.
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19.
To prevent drowsiness you should:
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drive with a passenger.
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keep the cab warm.
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eat frequently.
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drive at night.
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20.
Which of these is FALSE? The spare tire must:
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not be damaged.
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be properly inflated.
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be the proper size.
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be approved by the truck manufacturer.
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