NV CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

21. When approaching a stopped bus, you must be aware that:
a student may be driving the bus.
passengers crossing in front of the bus can always see you.
passengers may cross in front of or behind the bus.
passing a stopped bus is illegal.
22. When transporting cargo, drivers:
must inspect the securement of the cargo within the first 50 miles of a trip.
must inspect the securement of the cargo within the first 150 miles of a trip.
should inspect the securement of the cargo only if they see problems that could cause a crash.
should not inspect the cargo within the first 50 miles of a trip.
23. When a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving, what should you do first?
Hold the steering wheel firmly and stay off the brakes.
Use the parking brake.
Use controlled or stab braking.
Brake lightly and hold the steering wheel firmly.
24. Another name for front-end header boards is:
cargo stopper.
head belt.
containerized racks.
headache racks.
25. When is use of a drug given to a driver by a doctor permitted?
Only if it's an over the counter drug.
Only if it's a prescription drug.
Only if the doctor informs the driver that the drug won't affect safe driving ability.
Never.
26. Which of the following should be checked for looseness, sticking, damage, or improper setting?
Clutch
Accelerator
Steering wheel
All of the above.
27. You should always be looking for hazards to have time to plan a way out of any emergency. This is part of being a:
modular driver.
good enough driver.
defensive driver.
reasonable driver.
28. What is a pull up when referring to truck driving?
Using the speedometer to know when to shift up.
A driving maneuver used to pull your vehicle over to the side of the road and stop.
A specific maneuver used to decelerate smoothly in the exit lane.
When a driver stops and pulls forward to get a better position.
29. If you recognize a distracted driver on the road, you should:
flash your brake lights at them.
try to pass them.
follow them closely.
give them plenty of room.
30. Aggressive driving is the act of:
operating a vehicle in the left lane.
operating a vehicle at a safe speed.
operating a vehicle in a selfish or pushy manner.
operating a vehicle at night.
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