CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (NJ) - PRACTICE TEST
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You should be aware that many car drivers closely follow large vehicles especially:
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on the highway.
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in bad weather.
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when crossing a bridge.
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in the city.
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You should avoid driving through flowing water of deep puddles if possible. If not, you should:
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wait until the engine has cooled before crossing the water.
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press the accelerator and increase the engine and gear speed to the rpm required by road conditions.
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set out reflective triangles to warn other traffic.
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gently apply the brakes, increase engine rpm and cross the water while keeping light pressure on the brakes.
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13.
You cannot inspect sealed loads, but you should:
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check that the content matches the description on the shipping paper.
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make sure the cargo is piled up high.
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check that you do not exceed gross weight and axle weight limits.
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check that the lightest parts of the cargo are under the heaviest parts.
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Checking your vehicle's suspension system includes checking:
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the air suspension systems.
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the tires.
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the mounting brackets.
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All of the above.
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15.
Before loading or unloading any flammable liquids, you should:
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light up a cigarette.
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turn on the headlights.
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turn off the engine.
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start the engine.
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When driving in heavy rain, your brakes will get wet. Water in the brakes can cause:
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wheel lockups.
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the brakes to apply unevenly.
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lack of braking power.
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All of the above.
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17.
Which of the following is a key steering system part?
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Anchor plate
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Tie rod
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U-bolts
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Leaf spring
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18.
When backing a trailer, you should turn the steering wheel to the right to make the trailer go left (or vice versa). Once the trailer starts to turn, you should:
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turn the wheel more in the direction you want to go.
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turn the wheel the other way to follow the trailer.
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keep backing up.
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None of the above.
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19.
To prevent drowsiness before a trip, drivers should:
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prepare the route carefully, including stopping points.
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get at least 5 hours of sleep.
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drive at night.
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drive alone.
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20.
When driving a 60-foot truck at 50 mph, your minimum following distance should be:
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6 seconds
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5 seconds
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3 seconds
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7 seconds
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