NE CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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When driving at night, you should dim your lights within _____ of an oncoming vehicle and when following another vehicle within _____ .
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300 feet ; 50 feet
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200 feet ; 100 feet
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500 feet ; 500 feet
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200 feet ; 200 feet
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12.
When you have to back, you should use a helper:
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only when backing toward the right side.
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whenever possible.
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only when you back up with a trailer.
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when you need to back on a curved path.
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13.
On engine start, you should:
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check the oil level.
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check for minimum tread depth.
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make sure the oil pressure gauge is working.
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check that the master cylinder is securely attached and not leaking.
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14.
When you are driving in close quarters, you should:
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rely solely on your mirrors.
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avoid checking your your mirrors too frequently.
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check your mirrors often.
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not use your mirrors.
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15.
You may get a clue that a driver may be going to make a turn from:
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the driver weaving across the road.
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the rear lights of the driver's vehicle.
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slow moving or stalled traffic in a traffic lane.
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the driver's head and body movements.
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16.
How can you avoid rolling back when you start your vehicle?
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Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake.
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Use stab braking before you engage the clutch.
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Accelerate quickly so the vehicle does not jerk.
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All of the above.
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17.
The maximum amount of play in a 20-inch steering wheel is:
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2 inches
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5 inches
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1/4 inch
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1/2 inch
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18.
If your vehicle begins to hydroplane, you should:
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immediately pull off the road.
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accelerate slightly.
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release the accelerator and push in the clutch.
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brake gently to slow down.
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19.
If during vehicle inspection a tire is too hot to touch, you should:
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make sure there is enough engine oil on the tires.
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let air out.
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remain stopped until the tire cools off.
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immediately decrease air pressure.
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20.
If are being followed closely, you should:
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decrease your following distance.
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change lanes quickly.
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increase your following distance.
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flash your brake lights.
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