GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST PENNSYLVANIA - PRACTICE TEST

21. You are more at risk of being fatigued:
when stopping periodically during long trips.
when driving during the day.
after getting more than 8 hours of sleep.
when driving alone.
22. To maintain alertness while driving, you should:
take periodic breaks.
avoid short breaks and keep the window open.
keep cool by opening the window while eating heavy foods.
rely on caffeine.
23. To test your hydraulic brakes for leaks:
turn off the engine and and listen for leaks.
apply firm pressure to the brakes for five seconds, then pump them three times.
pump the brake pedal three times, then hold it down for five seconds.
None of the above.
24. Which of the following beverages contains the most alcohol?
A 5 ounce glass of 12% wine
A 1½-ounce shot of 80 proof liquor
A 12 ounce glass of 5% beer
All of the above.
25. During a pre-trip inspection, when checking the power steering hoses, you should:
check for leaks.
check that the brake chambers are not leaking.
check for damaged or bent rims.
look for broken or distorted coil springs.
26. Empty trucks:
are higher than loaded trucks.
require greater stopping distances.
have less traction.
All of the above.
27. _______ is the act of operating a motor vehicle in a selfish, bold, or pushy manner, without regard for the rights or safety of others.
Aggressive driving
Road rage
Distracted driving
Defensive driving
28. Vehicle inspections:
should not be done by the shipper.
should only be done when a vehicle defect is found.
should be performed once a week.
are important because vehicle defects found during an inspection could save you problems later.
29. When approaching a double railroad track, you should:
remember that a train on one track may hide a train on the other track.
remember that trains may be more frequent.
expect to hear a train when it's approaching.
rely upon the presence of warning signals.
30. The service line is also called:
power line.
brake line.
cable line.
control line.
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