CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (NEW YORK)

11. Which of the following statements about backing heavy vehicles is true?
The helper should stand where you cannot see the helper.
You should avoid backing whenever you can.
Back to the right side so that you can see better.
Always back as quickly as possible.
12. Which of the following is not a rule for using turn signals?
Don't signal unless another vehicle is behind you
Signal early
Signal continuously
Cancel your signal after you have turned
13. The center of gravity of a trailer should be:
as low as possible.
as high as possible.
at the rear of the trailer.
at the front of the trailer.
14. Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is:
the value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a combination vehicle.
the total weight of a single vehicle and its load.
the total weight of the vehicle, including the load and any trailers.
None of the above.
15. The space under a heavily loaded vehicle can be very small. This can cause problems:
on dirt roads.
on unpaved yards.
when crossing railroad tracks.
All of the above.
16. If during vehicle inspection a tire is too hot to touch, you should:
remain stopped until the tire cools off.
make sure there is enough engine oil on the tires.
let air out.
immediately decrease air pressure.
17. An item that is 15 feet long placed on a flatbed trailer should have at least:
1 tie-down.
3 tie-downs.
15 tie-downs.
2 tie-downs.
18. If you do not have a cell phone or CB, the first thing you should do at an accident scene is to:
protect the accident area.
gather Information for the  accident report.
clear the area.
care for the injured.
19. The posted speed limit for a curve:
is optional and may be exceeded.
is safe for trucks or buses, but it may be too fast for cars.
may be too fast for many trucks or buses.
is safe for all vehicles.
20. The most important way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle is to:
look out the window.
look at your line of travel.
check your mirrors regularly.
get out and walk around the vehicle.
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