MS CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST - CDL PRACTICE TEST

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