CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (MONTANA) - PRACTICE TEST

11. When meeting an oncoming vehicle at night, if the other driver does not put their low beams on, you should:
"get back at the other driver" by putting your own high beams on.
slow down and look straight ahead in your lane.
look slightly to the right to avoid looking directly at the lights of the oncoming vehicle.
flash your high beams at the other driver.
12. _________ are used on many vehicles to provide extra gears.
Auxiliary transmissions and power steering cylinders
Retarders and multi-speed rear axles
None of the other answers is correct.
Multi-speed rear axles and auxiliary transmissions
13. If you are confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:
remain calm and relaxed.
try to move away safely.
avoid eye contact.
All of the above.
14. The Gross Combination Weight (GCW) is:
the weight of the vehicle and its trailer(s).
the weight of the trailer and cargo.
the weight of the vehicle, trailer, and cargo.
the total weight of a single vehicle including its load.
15. Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic skills required to operate a commercial motor vehicle?
First-aid certification
Backing safely
Steering
Accelerating
16. The tractor protection valve:
prevents the trailer from being accidentally released.
keeps air from going out if the air compressor develops a leak.
keeps your wheels from locking up when you brake hard.
keeps air in the brake system should the trailer develop a bad leak.
17. When using a fire extinguisher, you should stay:
as far away from the fire as possible.
as close to the fire as possible, without getting burnt.
at least 10 feet away from the fire.
at whatever distance you think is safe.
18. To make sure you always have overhead clearance, always be aware that:
some roads can cause a vehicle to tilt.
re-paving or packed snow may have reduced the clearances since the heights were posted at bridges and overpasses.
an empty vehicle is taller than a loaded one.
All of the above.
19. When backing, it is best to:
back toward the passenger's side when possible.
try to back in the direction of the drift.
use only the passenger's side mirror.
use a helper whenever possible.
20. Vehicle inspections:
should only be performed by a certified mechanic.
are not required for trips under 50 miles.
are required once a month.
are required by state and federal law.
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