CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (NY) - PRACTICE TEST

31. You should hold your steering wheel:
with both hands on the same side of the wheel.
firmly with both hands.
firmly with one hand.
gently with both hands.
32. To prevent getting sleepy while driving, you should:
drive alone whenever possible.
close the vent.
keep the cab warm.
keep cool by opening the window.
33. When going down a hill, you should downshift:
after starting down a hill.
as you go downhill.
at the bottom of the hill.
before you start going downhill.
34. What is an advantage of going right instead of left around an obstacle?
If you are blocked on both sides, a move to the right won't force anyone into an opposing traffic lane and a possible head-on accident.
There is no real advantage.
No one is likely to be passing you on the left, but someone may be driving on the shoulder.
If an oncoming driver has drifted into your lane, their natural response will be to brake suddenly.
35. Which of the following is NOT TRUE?
You should regularly inspect the contents of sealed loads.
In many states, spill protection for covered cargo is a requirement.
You should cover cargo to protect it from the weather.
You should check that you don't exceed gross and axle weight limits.
36. What is countersteering?
Locking your wheels while turning in an emergency situation.
Driving too fast for conditions.
Staying off the brake while steering to the right to avoid an accident.
Turning the steering wheel quickly the other way after steering in an emergency situation.
37. If you are driving on a slippery road, you should:
apply the brakes during turns.
use ABS to improve traction.
decrease your following distance.
adjust your speed to conditions.
38. When your drive wheels have poor traction, retarders:
will stop working.
can cause your wheels to skid.
will help you regain traction.
will apply the spring brakes.
39. If you must make a quick stop to avoid an accident, you should:
increase your stopping distance.
jam on the brakes to keep your vehicle in a straight line.
use controlled or stab braking.
downshift.
40. When driving a modern truck, the gear you should be in before starting down a hill is usually_____ the gear required to climb the same hill.
the same as
higher than
lower than
None of the above.
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