CDL PRACTICE TEST (ND) - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST
41.
If your brakes fail on a steep mountain downgrade, you should:
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stay on the road and keep looking for the next available escape ramp.
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slow down until your vehicle comes to a complete stop.
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decide what to do as soon as you know your brakes do not work.
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set the parking brake and park in an open area.
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42.
Which of the following can cause front-wheel skid?
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Driving too fast for conditions.
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Cargo loaded so not enough weight is on the front axle.
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Lack of tread on the front tires.
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All of the above.
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43.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is:
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the total weight of a single vehicle and its load.
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the value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a combination vehicle.
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the total weight of the vehicle, including the load and any trailers.
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None of the above.
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44.
In order for you to be seen easily:
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lights should be clean and working properly.
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lights should only be used when driving in driving in rainy weather.
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lights should be turned off when driving during the day.
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All of the above.
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45.
Which of the following statements about staying alert while driving is true?
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If you are drowsy, the only safe cure is to stop and take a fresh shower.
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Some drugs can overcome fatigue.
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Drinking a cup of coffee will do more to keep you alert than a 20 minute nap.
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None of the above.
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46.
When making a turn you should:
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make gestures to get the attention of other drivers.
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honk your horn.
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signal early.
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turn the signal off before entering the turn.
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47.
Why should you complete an after-trip inspection report?
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To prove that you finished your trip.
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So you won't be held responsible for any subsequent damage.
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To help the motor carrier know when the vehicle needs repairs.
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All of the above.
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48.
Weaving across the road or drifting from one side to another is typical of:
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shoppers.
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impaired drivers.
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slow drivers.
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confused drivers.
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49.
Before each trip, you must make sure the truck is not overloaded and the cargo is balanced and secured properly. Hard steering can be caused by:
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too much weight on the steering axles.
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under loaded front axles.
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too little weight on the driving axles.
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high center of gravity.
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50.
You may get a clue that a driver may be going to make a turn from:
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the driver's head and body movements.
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slow moving or stalled traffic in a traffic lane.
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the driver weaving across the road.
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the rear lights of the driver's vehicle.
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