PA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

41. If you go twice as fast, your stopping distance will increase by:
eight times.
ten times.
two times.
four times.
42. The service brake system:
applies and releases the emergency brake.
applies and releases the brakes when you use the brake pedal during normal driving.
applies and releases the parking brakes.
None of the above.
43. What is Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)?
The total weight of a vehicle, including that of any trailers.
The total weight of a single vehicle including its cargo.
A vehicle's maximum weight rating, specified by its manufacturer.
None of the above.
44. You must identify shipping papers related to hazardous materials or keep them on top of other shipping papers. You must also keep shipping papers in or on:
the driver’s seat when out of the vehicle.
a pouch on the driver's door.
clear view within reach while driving.
All of the above.
45. Before entering a curve, drivers should:
drive on the shoulder.
downshift to the right gear.
speed up.
put the transmission in Neutral.
46. Effects of distracted driving include:
failure to perceive an important traffic event.
delayed decision making.
slowed perception.
All of the above.
47. Which of the following is NOT correct? An ABS system:
helps you avoid wheel lock up.
helps you stop faster.
is a safety anti-skid braking system.
reduces the braking pressure to a safe level.
48. You should always be able to stop within:
25 feet.
50 feet.
the distance you can see ahead.
100 feet.
49. Which of the following is NOT correct? Anti-lock brakes:
give drivers more control over the vehicle during braking.
require drivers to apply the brakes as hard as they can without locking the wheels.
help drivers avoid skids caused by over braking.
help drivers avoid wheel lock up.
50. To determine how much space you should keep in front of you, one good says you need at least ______ for each 10 feet of vehicle length at speeds below 40 mph.
4 seconds
1 second
2 seconds
3 seconds
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