CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (MISSISSIPPI)

41. The use of brakes on a steep downgrade is:
a supplement to the braking effect of the engine.
much more effective than the engine braking effect.
the main braking factor.
dangerous, and should be avoided at all costs.
42. Escape ramps:
should not be used unless you have already tried all other possible ways to save your vehicle after brake failure.
are designed to stop runaway vehicles safely.
cannot be used by certain types of heavy vehicles.
All of the above.
43. On a tractor-trailer equipped with a trailer brake hand valve, the hand valve can be used to:
hold compressed air.
keep from rolling back.
reduce the chance of the front wheels skidding.
prevent movement of cargo.
44. As your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) builds up, which of the following is affected?
Coordination
Muscle control
Vision
All of the above.
45. Skids happen whenever:
tires lose their grip on the road.
dual tires come in contact with each other.
ABS is not working.
the weight limit is exceeded.
46. In newer vehicles with air brakes, you put on the parking brake:
using a diamond-shaped, yellow, push-pull control knob.
using a P-shaped, yellow control knob.
moving the orange push-pull lever to the right.
placing the transmission in Park.
47. Which of the following statements about backing is NOT true?
You should get out of the vehicle and check your path if you are unsure.
Backing toward the left side is very dangerous because you can't see as well.
You should use a helper when you can.
You should use the lowest reverse gear.
48. How many reflective triangles/emergency reflectors should you carry?
4
3
2
1
49. Which of the following statements about driving in cold weather is true?
An engine cannot overheat when the weather is very cold.
Exhaust system leaks are less dangerous in cold weather.
Brakes will never fade or fail from excessive heat caused by using them too much.
You should use windshield washer antifreeze.
50. Broken suspension parts can be very dangerous. When inspecting your vehicle for suspension system defects, look for:
Broken leaves in a multi-leaf spring.
Spring hangers that allow movement of axle from proper position.
Damaged air suspension systems.
All of the above.
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