CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (NEW HAMPSHIRE)

31. Which of the following is NOT a hazard?
A cardboard box on the road
Work zones
An escape ramp
A freeway/highway exits that go downhill
32. Axle weight is:
the weight of one axle.
the weight any axle or combination of axles transmits to the ground.
the loaded weight of a single vehicle.
the maximum safe weight a tire can carry at a specified pressure.
33. Name 2 causes of tire fires.
Under-inflated tires and duals that touch.
Over-inflated tires and duals that touch.
Driver smoking and bleeding tar.
Loose connections and poor ventilation.
34. __________ will help a drinker sober up.
Coffee and a little fresh air
Only fresh air
Only coffee
Only time
35. How should you apply the brakes when going down a steep downgrade?
Apply the brakes whenever you reach your safe speed, until your speed has been reduced to 5 mph below your safe speed.
Apply the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels.
You should not brake, and only use engine braking to prevent brake failure.
Apply the brakes when you reach the bottom of the downgrade.
36. While driving, you should use your mirrors to:
know where other vehicles are around you.
check the condition of the tires and cargo.
check where the rear of your vehicle is while you make turns.
All of the above.
37. When should you use the 4-way emergency flashers instead of flashing the brake lights to warn the drivers behind you?
When driving in strong winds.
At night time.
When visibility is poor.
When you are driving very slowly or are stopped.
38. Which of the following are key steering system parts?
Leaf spring, torque rod, front axle hanger
Axle, main spring, spring shackle
Tie rod, drag link, spindle
Lug nuts, rims, tire
39. Which of these should you check before driving in winter?
Windshield wiper blades
Defrosters
Coolant level and antifreeze amount
All of the above.
40. If your brakes fail while you are driving on a downgrade, you should:
immediately start looking outside your vehicle for something to stop it.
use an escape ramp if it's available.
take the least hazardous escape route you can.
All of the above.
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