RI CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

11. You should use your horn to:
to let others know you are there.
to let others know you are about to increase your speed.
to let others know you are about to break.
12. Do NOT use a B:C fire extinguisher on:
wood fires.
electrical equipment fires.
gasoline fires.
13. Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is:
the value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a combination vehicle.
the total weight of the vehicle, including the load and any trailers.
the total weight of a single vehicle and its load.
14. Your vehicle has hydraulic brakes. When you press the brake pedal while driving and the pedal goes to the floor, remember that:
pumping the brake pedal may generate enough hydraulic pressure to stop the vehicle.
shifting into neutral may help slow the vehicle.
the parking brake should never used to slow the vehicle.
15. Wheel rims that have had welding repairs:
should not be used.
are safe.
should be placed in the front.
16. It's very important to distribute the cargo so it is:
as low as possible.
in the centre of the load.
as high up as possible.
17. Water in the brakes:
can increase braking power.
can cause the brakes to apply unevenly.
All of the above.
18. When driving at night, you should dim your lights within _____ of an oncoming vehicle and when following another vehicle within _____ .
200 feet ; 200 feet
500 feet ; 500 feet
200 feet ; 100 feet
19. If your drive wheels begin to spin, you should:
pump the brake pedal three times.
use the Anti-lock Braking System.
take your foot off the accelerator.
20. If you feel drowsy while driving, you should:
get some coffee.
stop yawning.
pull off the road and get some rest.
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