MS CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST - CDL PRACTICE TEST
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It is important to shift gears correctly to keep:
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the engine warm.
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the engine oil flowing.
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the engine cool.
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control of the vehicle.
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12.
When drivers make a turn they should:
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look in the opposite direction of the turn.
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look in the direction they are going to turn.
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look behind the vehicle.
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look far ahead.
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13.
Which of the following statements about cargo weight is true?
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It is always safe to operate at legal maximum weights.
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States have maximums for GVWRs, GCWRs and axle weights. You must keep weights within legal limits.
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The shipper loads the cargo, and the driver is not responsible for recognizing overloads and poorly balanced weight.
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All of the above.
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14.
When should you inspect your vehicle and cargo?
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During and after a trip.
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Before and during a trip.
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Before and after a trip.
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Before, during and after a trip.
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15.
There are two ways of knowing when to shift up:
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Weather conditions and road speed.
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Engine speed and weather conditions.
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Engine speed and road speed
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Automatic transmissions and shift indicator light.
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16.
To maintain alertness while driving, you should:
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keep cool by opening the window while eating heavy foods.
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rely on caffeine.
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avoid short breaks and keep the window open.
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take periodic breaks.
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17.
The height of a vehicle's center of gravity is important for safe handling. Why?
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Trucks with a high center of gravity can roll over at the posted speed limit for a curve.
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A high center of gravity means you are less likely to tip over.
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Trucks with a high center of gravity have better traction.
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All of the above.
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18.
When using your turn signals, you should:
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signal well before you turn.
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signal only if vehicles are behind you.
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signal only if vehicles are in front of you.
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turn the signal off before you turn.
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19.
If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back?
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Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake, put on the parking brake if necessary.
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Press on the gas pedal, even if you have to roll back a little.
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Release the parking brake before you have applied enough engine power to keep from rolling back.
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None of the above.
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20.
When going down a hill, you should downshift:
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after starting down a hill.
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as you go downhill.
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at the bottom of the hill.
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before you start going downhill.
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