NEW YORK CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

21. The heavier the vehicle:
the less work the brakes must do to stop it.
the more work the brakes must do to stop it.
the higher the center of gravity will be.
None of the above.
22. Which of the the following statements about fatigued or drowsy driving is true?
Fatigued drivers are usually more alert because they are aware risk of being involved in an accident is higher.
Fatigued drivers may be slower in making critical decisions.
Most people are less alert between 12 pm and 3 pm.
All of the above.
23. Front-end header boards:
protect you from your cargo in case of an emergency stop.
block the forward movement of your cargo.
protect you from your cargo in case of a crash.
All of the above.
24. ABS will:
shorten your stopping distance.
not give you more control over the vehicle during braking.
not change your normal braking capability.
increase your average speed.
25. Weight that is loaded so there is a high center of gravity:
causes greater chance of rollover.
reduces the chance that the load will shift to the side or fall off.
makes a vehicle easier to handle.
All of the above.
26. Emergency equipment is:
optional.
required.
encouraged.
only required when transporting hazardous materials.
27. To prevent your vehicle from rolling back when you start you should:
partly take your right foot off the brake before you engage the clutch.
release the parking brake, then apply enough engine power to keep from rolling back.
partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake.
put the transmission in Neutral.
28. When backing your vehicle, it's not recommended to:
back towards the right side.
back as slow as possible.
use the lowest reverse gear.
back and turn towards the driver's side.
29. How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?
Pump the brake pedal ten times and see if it holds.
Pull forward against parking brake to make sure the hydraulic brakes holds.
Pump the brake pedal three times, then apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for five seconds. The pedal should not move.
None of the above.
30. When you park your vehicle and turn off the engine:
move the gear shift to first gear, if possible.
keep the vehicle in the lane.
apply the parking brake.
activate your right turn signal.
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