GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST PENNSYLVANIA - PRACTICE TEST
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Empty trucks:
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require the same stopping distance than full trucks.
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require a greater stopping distance than full trucks.
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require a shorter stopping distance than full trucks.
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None of the above.
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12.
To keep cargo from shifting or falling off, cargo should have at least one tie-down for every ___ feet of cargo.
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5
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10
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20
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15
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13.
To use the controlled braking method in an emergency, you should:
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apply the brakes when the wheels lock up.
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pump the brake pedal 3 times.
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apply the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels.
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apply your brakes all the way, and release the brakes when the wheels lock up.
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14.
After beginning a trip, you should inspect your cargo:
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within the first 100 miles.
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within the first 50 miles.
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during your first rest stop.
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before the last 25 miles.
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15.
How do you find out how many seconds of following distance you have?
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Wait until the vehicle ahead of you passes a pavement marking, shadow or landmark. Then count off the seconds until you reach the same spot.
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Pass a stationary object and count how many seconds it takes the vehicle ahead of you to reach the same spot.
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Wait until the vehicle ahead of you passes a pavement marking or some other clear landmark, then use the stopwatch on your mobile phone to see how long it takes you to reach the same spot.
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None of the above.
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16.
When using a fire extinguisher, you should:
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Keep as close to the fire as possible.
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Aim at the base of the fire.
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Aim at the flames.
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All of the above.
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17.
When you exit a highway using an off ramp that goes downhill and turns at the same time, you should:
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slow down before you get on the curved part of an off ramp.
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slow down to the posted speed limit for the off ramp.
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get on the curved part of the off ramp, then brake and turn at the same time.
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wait until you are in the curve curved part of the off ramp before downshifting.
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18.
When should you sound your horn?
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When steering around an obstacle.
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When you are about to change lanes.
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When using your horn can help avoid an accident.
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When you are being tailgated by an aggressive driver.
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19.
Which of the following statements about driving in hot weather is true?
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If a tire is too hot to touch, you should hose it down with water.
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You should check the tire mounting and air pressure before driving.
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Spots where tar "bleeds" to the surface
provide better traction.
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All of the above.
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20.
When using mirrors, you should keep an eye on your tires:
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to spot a tire fire.
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to make sure they are properly inflated.
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to check tread depth.
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to see if they are rolling properly.
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