SC CDL AIR BRAKES PRACTICE TEST

11. Air storage tanks:
use parts of the service brake systems to stop the vehicle in a brake system failure.
pump air into the air storage tanks.
hold compressed air for the brakes.
are installed in the first tank the air compressor pumps air to.
12. When backing, you should:
use the mirrors on both sides.
back and turn toward the right side whenever possible.
only use mirror on the driver's side.
back quickly.
13. Spring brakes:
apply when air pressure leaves the brake chamber and release when air pressure builds up in the chamber.
are air applied like service brakes.
are not designed to work in an emergency when your service brakes fail.
All of the above.
14. The total stopping distance for vehicles with air brake systems is made up of __ different factors.
4
3
5
2
15. Antilock brakes:
help you stop faster.
let you drive faster.
decrease your stopping distance.
None of the above.
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