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