CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (NJ) - PRACTICE TEST

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