NC CDL DOUBLES TRIPLES PRACTICE TEST

11. The parking brake:
should be used when driving in bad weather.
should be used whenever you park.
should be used when you need to apply the brakes firmly.
All of the above.
12. Drivers transporting cargo are responsible for:
recognizing overloads.
inspecting the cargo.
making sure the cargo is properly secured.
All of the above.
13. While crossing railroad tracks, you should:
shift down.
not shift gears.
shift up.
stop, then look and listen for the train.
14. If the engine catches fire, you should:
avoid shooting foam from the vehicle's underside.
pull into a service station and notify the emergency services.
open the hood as soon as you can.
turn off the engine as soon as you can.
15. With low beams, drivers can see ahead about:
250 feet
150 feet
100 feet
15 feet
16. You are driving a modern truck with a manual transmission. When going down a hill you should usually:
shift into neutral and coast.
use the same gear you would use to go up the hill.
use a lower gear than would be required to go up the hill.
downshift after your speed has already built up.
17. Rollovers happen when drivers:
stop too often.
brake too hard.
turn too fast.
turn too slowly.
18. Which of these statements about brakes is true?
Brake fade does not result from excessive heat.
To stop, the brake shoes and linings are pushed against the outside of the drum.
The lighter the vehicle, the more heat the brakes absorb to stop it.
None of the above.
19. Which of the following is a good way to avoid becoming an aggressive driver?
Avoid talking on your cell phone.
Keep your following distance reasonable.
Be realistic about your travel time.
All of the above.
20. You must have at least 4/32 inch tread depth in every major groove on front tires and at least ___ inch on other tires.
2/32
4/32
3/32
1/32
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