CDL TANKER PRACTICE TEST NORTH CAROLINA
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ABS will:
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not change your normal braking capability.
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shorten your stopping distance.
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increase your average speed.
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not give you more control over the vehicle during braking.
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12.
If your trucks has a high center of gravity, which of the following is true for curves?
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Reduce your speed to a crawl.
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You should travel at the posted speed limit.
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You should slow down, as your truck can roll over at the posted speed limit for the curve.
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None of the above.
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13.
The height of the vehicle's center of gravity:
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should only be a concern when driving a vehicle.
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should only be a concern when loading a vehicle.
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should only be a concern when driving in high winds.
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is very important for safe handling.
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14.
When driving a tanker, you should:
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stop every 50 miles to inspect your vehicle.
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decrease your following distance.
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drive 10 mph below the posted speed limit.
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increase your following distance.
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15.
______ are _____ that have holes in them to let the liquid flow through.
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Baffles; bulkheads
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Bulkheads; tankers
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Barriers; baffles
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Barriers; bulkheads
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16.
Drivers of vehicles transporting HazMat should:
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ensure that all packages are labeled as flammable materials.
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ensure that all relevant placards are carried in the passenger compartment.
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compare the shipping paper to the markings and labels.
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All of the above.
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17.
Highway curves should be taken _________ the posted speed limit.
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slightly below
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slightly above
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well below
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at
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18.
When going down a steep downgrade, you should primarily brake using:
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the service brakes.
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the braking effect of the engine.
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the parking brake.
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the emergency brake.
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19.
When trying to put out an electrical fire you should:
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use an D extinguisher.
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use a B or C extinguisher.
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use an A extinguisher.
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use water.
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20.
Which of the following statements about retarders is NOT correct?
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Retarders help slow a vehicle, reducing the need for using brakes.
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You should turn the retarder off whenever the road is wet, icy, or snow covered.
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Retarders reduce reduce brake wear.
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Retarders help you avoid skids.
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