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The air brakes endorsement applies to applicants who wish to drive a vehicle with air brakes in Class A, B, or C CDL. To drive a vehicle with air brakes, you must pass the air brake component of the New York CDL knowledge test. The NY CDL air brakes test consists of 25 questions, and you'll need at least 20 correct answers to pass (80%). The test covers the information found in the air brakes section of the New York CDL Manual. Take this NY CDL practice test now to prepare for the actual air brakes test!
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If a load is placed on one side of the trailer:
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your brakes won't work.
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making turns may be easier.
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a rollover is more likely.
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the steering axle weight will be too light to steer safely.
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2.
If the air compressor is belt-driven, you should check the air compressor drive belt before each trip. The belt should be:
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tight.
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cracked.
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worn.
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loose.
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3.
Combination vehicles have __ air lines.
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4
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1
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3
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2
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4.
Empty trucks require _____ stopping distances because empty vehicles have ______ traction.
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greater; more
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less; more
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greater; less
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less; less
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5.
If your ABS malfunctions:
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the service brake will not work.
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the parking brakes will not work.
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you should immediately come to a complete stop.
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you still have normal brake functions.
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