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