AIR BRAKES CDL PRACTICE TEST - PENNSYLVANIA

6. The air storage tanks:
are used to hold compressed air.
are connected to the engine through gears or a v-belt.
stop the compressor from pumping air.
protects the tank and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
7. The trailer hand valve should:
never be used for parking.
never be used to test the trailer brakes.
be used in driving.
All of the above.
8. Which of the following statements is true?
Carrying a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher will help prevent fires.
Under-inflated tires will NOT cause a vehicle fire.
Poor cargo ventilation is a common cause of fire.
There is no way that short circuits due to damaged insulation can cause a vehicle fire.
9. When going down grades, you should:
downshift to a lower gear.
put the transmission in Neutral.
rely solely on engine braking to reduce your speed.
shift up.
10. The braking power of the spring brakes:
depends on the brakes being in adjustment.
is not affected by the condition of the service brakes.
is not affected by the air pressure level.
All of the above.
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