CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (NEVADA) - PRACTICE TEST

31. When traction is poor, as in rain or snow, you should speed up very gradually. If you don't:
you could lose control.
you will exceed the speed limit.
the brakes will not work.
brake pressure will push the rod out.
32. Wheel and rim problems include:
rust around wheel nuts.
mismatched lock rings.
missing clamps.
All of the above.
33. When driving past parked vehicles, you should:
stay close to the vehicles.
sound your horn.
turn on your taillights.
watch for clues that the parked vehicle is about to move.
34. Which of these is NOT part of the basic method for shifting up?
Push in the clutch and shift to the higher gear at the same time.
Accelerate while pressing the clutch and turn toward the driver's side.
Release the clutch and press the accelerator at the same time.
Release the accelerator, push in the clutch and shift to neutral at the same time.
35. Under-loaded front axles:
can improve traction.
can make the steering axle weight too light to steer safely.
can cause tire failure.
All of the above.
36. When driving in foggy conditions you should:
drive on the shoulder.
flash your brake lights.
speed up.
slow down.
37. The Johnson bar is a valve that:
reduces the braking pressure to a safe level.
works the trailer brakes.
is installed in the first tank the air compressor pumps air to.
keeps air from going out if the air compressor develops a leak.
38. Parking brakes are:
not required on buses.
required on all vehicles.
not required on commercial vehicles with air brakes.
not required on trailers.
39. In coming down a long, steep downgrade, which of the following is NOT a factor you should consider to select an appropriate safe speed?
Road conditions
Weather
Your schedule
Steepness of the grade
40. If the drive wheels start to skid:
accelerate slightly to regain control.
push in the clutch to let them turn freely.
use the brakes to slow down.
All of the above.
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