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NEVADA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

11. Which of the following are key steering system parts?
Axle, main spring, spring shackle
Leaf spring, torque rod, front axle hanger
Tie rod, drag link, spindle
Lug nuts, rims, tire
12. To know when it's time to shift up:
use engine speed and road speed.
check the user manual.
watch your tachometer, and shift up when your engine reaches the bottom of the range.
use mirrors on both sides.
13. You may get a clue that a driver may be going to make a turn from:
the driver's head and body movements.
slow moving or stalled traffic in a traffic lane.
the rear lights of the driver's vehicle.
the driver weaving across the road.
14. Most heavy-duty vehicles use:
air brakes.
solid brakes.
hydraulic brakes.
pressure brakes.
15. Engine oil pressure should come up to normal within _________ after the engine is started.
ten minutes
seconds
five minutes
two minutes
16. Railroad crossings with steep approaches:
can cause your unit to hang up on the tracks.
require drivers to increase their speed before crossing the tracks.
require drivers to shift gears while crossing the tracks.
are the safest type of railroad crossing.
17. You must have at least _____ inch tread depth in every major groove on front tires.
3/32
2/32
4/32
6/32
18. When backing a trailer, turn the wheel right to make the cab go ________ and the trailer go ________.
right; left
left; left
right; right
left; right
19. The posted speed limit:
should only be exceeded when passing other vehicles.
is only a suggestion.
may only be exceeded when driving in rural areas.
should never be exceeded.
20. What is Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)?
A vehicle's maximum weight rating, specified by its manufacturer.
The total weight of a single vehicle including its cargo.
The total weight of a vehicle, including that of any trailers.
None of the above.
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