CDL COMBINATION PRACTICE TEST NEW YORK

11. Inspecting the fifth-wheel does NOT include:
backing until the fifth-wheel just touches the trailer.
checking that there are no cracks in the frame.
making sure that the fifth wheel is in the proper position for coupling.
checking for missing or damaged parts.
12. When driving a 50 foot combination vehicle at 50 mph in ideal conditions, you should keep at least ____ seconds of space in front of you.
5
4
10
6
13. Dollies with ABS are required to have a malfunction lamp:
on the right side.
on the rear.
on the front.
on the left side.
14. If you cannot make a right turn without entering another traffic lane, you should:
turn wide before you start the turn.
swing wide to the left before starting the turn.
turn wide as you complete the turn.
watch out for vehicles coming toward you and back up for them.
15. Livestock:
should never be kept bunched together.
should always be placed in the rear of the trailer.
can move around in a trailer and cause unsafe handling.
should never be carried on a trailer.
16. During a walk around inspection of a combination vehicle, drivers should check that:
the locking jaws are around the shank.
the glide plate is securely mounted to the trailer frame.
all locking pins are present and locked in place.
All of the above.
17. If the drive wheels begin to spin when accelerating, you should:
continue to accelerate.
set the parking brake.
take your foot off the accelerator.
brake gently.
18. When you inspect the coupling, make sure there is ______ between the upper and lower fifth wheel.
about 1/2 inch
no space
enough space
about 1 inch
19. When more cargo is piled up in a truck, the truck becomes easier to turn over. Fully loaded rigs are _________ to roll over in a crash than empty rigs.
less likely
three times more likely
five times more likely
ten times more likely
20. Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of fatigue?
Frequent blinking
Trouble remembering the last few miles driven
Heavy eyelids
Driving at the speed of the traffic
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