PENNSYLVANIA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
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It is important to shift gears correctly to keep:
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control of the vehicle.
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the engine cool.
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the engine oil flowing.
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the engine warm.
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12.
When inspecting the cargo, make sure it is:
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secured properly for the first 50 miles after beginning a trip.
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not overloaded.
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piled up.
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All of the above.
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13.
______ must report accidents and incidents involving hazardous materials to the proper government agency.
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The shipper
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The carrier
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The driver
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All of the above.
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14.
Over-length loads:
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require special driving care.
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require special transit permits.
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may require special equipment such as "wide load" or flags.
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All of the above.
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15.
If you find anything unsafe during the pre-trip inspection, you are required to:
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get it fixed before driving.
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drive cautiously until it is fixed.
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write it in your inspection report.
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inform your motor carrier after the trip.
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16.
Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic skills required to operate a commercial motor vehicle?
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First-aid certification
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Backing safely
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Steering
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Accelerating
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17.
A driver waiting for too long at a stop could be a sign of:
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an impaired driver.
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a disabled driver.
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an aggressive driver.
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a blind driver.
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18.
If your brakes get wet, it can cause them:
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to be weak.
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to apply unevenly.
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to grab.
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All of the above.
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19.
Air pressure should build up in a single air system, within about:
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15 minutes.
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1 minute.
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3 minutes.
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10 minutes.
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20.
When driving a 60 foot truck at 35 mph in ideal conditions, you should keep at least _______ of space in front of you.
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5 seconds
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6 seconds
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4 seconds
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12 seconds
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