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CDL TANKER PRACTICE TEST MINNESOTA

11. Controlled braking:
must be used when you need to turn sharply while braking.
involves locking the wheels and then releasing the brakes.
involves pumping the brakes while keeping steering wheel movements very small.
can be used to keep your vehicle in a straight line and allow you to turn if necessary.
12. The heavier the vehicle:
the higher the center of gravity will be.
the more work the brakes must do to stop it.
the less work the brakes must do to stop it.
None of the above.
13. Road surfaces where water collects can create conditions that cause a vehicle to hydroplane. Which of the following is an indication of standing water?
Clear reflections
Raindrops on the road
Tire splashes
All of the above.
14. Tank vehicles have a high center of gravity, which means:
they have more traction.
they are more likely to roll over.
they are less likely to roll over.
they are very stable.
15. The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by recognizing tire failure.
by seeing it in your mirrors.
by opening the window and feeling the front of the mirror.
by feeling the brakes come on.
16. When going down a hill, you should downshift:
as you go downhill.
at the bottom of the hill.
after starting down a hill.
before you start going downhill.
17. Hazardous materials are labelled with a __________ label.
triangle-shaped
rectangular
diamond-shaped
round
18. What should you do when confronted by an aggressive driver?
Challenge them by speeding up
Make eye contact
Hold-your-own in your travel lane
Ignore gestures
19. Rollovers happen when drivers:
brake too hard.
stop too often.
turn too slowly.
turn too fast.
20. Hydroplaning:
can occur at speeds as low as 30 mph.
only happens when tire pressure is higher than normal.
never occurs at speeds below 40 mph.
only occurs at extremely high speeds.
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