NY CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

11. If you realize you are going to be later to your destination than you expected, you should:
do your best to avoid the delay.
deal with it and accept the delay.
exceed the posted speed limit when no other vehicles are near.
speed up.
12. When crossing or entering traffic with a heavy vehicle:
you should allow more room if your vehicle is not loaded.
you can count on other drivers to move out of your way so you can safely enter the flow of traffic.
you may need a much larger gap to enter traffic than you would in a car.
None of the above.
13. Drivers should inspect their cargo and its securing devices within the first _______ after beginning the trip.
25 miles
100 miles
50 miles
15 miles
14. When you see a hazard that will require slowing down, you should:
warn the drivers behind by flashing your brake lights.
immediately come to a compolete stop.
speed up to pass the obstacle as quickly as possible.
alert the drivers behind by pointing and sounding your horn.
15. When a combination vehicle goes around a corner:
the driver must keep the rear of your vehicle far away from the curb.
the rear wheels of the trailer will never off-track.
the front and rear wheels follow a different path.
All of the above.
16. Which of the following may have reduced the clearances since the heights were posted at bridges and overpasses?
Traffic
Rain
Repaving of the road
The weight of a cargo
17. Axle weight is:
the weight of one axle.
the maximum safe weight a tire can carry at a specified pressure.
the loaded weight of a single vehicle.
the weight any axle or combination of axles transmits to the ground.
18. Confused drivers may:
change direction suddenly.
stop without warning.
change lanes for no apparent reason.
All of the above.
19. Dual tires:
should not come in contact with each other.
should come in contact with each other whenever possible.
are dangerous.
should always come in contact with each other.
20. When you get in the vehicle and start the engine, you should:
make sure the parking brake is on before starting the engine.
listen for unusual noises after starting the engine.
put the gearshift in neutral (or park if automatic) before starting the engine.
All of the above.
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