NH CDL DOUBLES TRIPLES TEST - PRACTICE TEST

11. Weight that is loaded so there is a high center of gravity:
reduces the chance that the load will shift to the side or fall off.
makes a vehicle easier to handle.
causes greater chance of rollover.
All of the above.
12. If an item placed on a flatbed trailer is 7 feet long, it should have __ tie-downs.
1
7
3
2
13. If a load is 50 feet long, the minimum number of tie-downs required is:
10
5
3
4
14. Which of these describes the proper braking technique when driving on a long and steep downgrade?
Release the brakes until your speed is 5 mph above your safe speed, then apply the brakes. When your speed has decreased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
Apply the brakes. When your speed has been reduced to 5 mph below your safe speed, release the brakes. When your speed has increased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
Apply the brakes until your speed has been reduced to 5 mph, then release the brakes. When your speed has increased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
All of the above.
15. On any upgrade, gravity:
doesn't affect your speed.
slows you down.
speed you up.
doubles your speed.
16. If the safety relief valve in the air brake system releases air:
something is wrong.
this will supply more power to the brakes.
this will supply more power to the drive wheels.
the valve is fully operational.
17. If a load is placed on one side of the trailer:
making turns may be easier.
a rollover is more likely.
the steering axle weight will be too light to steer safely.
your brakes won't work.
18. Retarders:
improve gas mileage.
reduce braking distance.
help slow a vehicle, reducing the need for using brakes.
reduce the danger of slipping.
19. If your vehicle has air brakes, to check that air flows to all trailers:
pull gently on the trailer with the tractor.
go to the rear of the second trailer and open the emergency line shut-off.
watch each trailer’s air gauge for a drop of 25 psi.
check that the fifth wheel is not so far forward that the tractor frame will hit the landing gear.
20. When traveling with cargo, inspect the securement of the cargo:
only if the inspection report listed any problems that could cause a breakdown.
within the first 150 miles of a trip and then every 50 miles or every three hours.
within the first 50 miles of a trip and then every 150 miles or every three hours.
None of the above.
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