CDL PRACTICE TEST (SC) - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST
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The space under a heavily loaded vehicle can be very small. This can cause problems:
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on dirt roads.
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on unpaved yards.
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when crossing railroad tracks.
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All of the above.
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12.
When you have to back, you should always try to back toward the driver's side because:
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it feels more natural.
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backing toward the left side is more dangerous.
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you can see better and watch the rear of your vehicle out the side window.
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None of the above.
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13.
Drivers should use their horn when needed, however they must be aware that using the horn:
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is prohibited on interstate highways.
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damages your hearing.
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can startle other drivers.
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consumes the battery.
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14.
You should schedule trips:
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between the hours of 9 a.m. and 10 p.m.
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between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.
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for the hours you are normally awake.
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between the hours of 11 a.m. and midnight.
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Your chances of avoiding an accident depend upon how well you take action. When you are about to hit an obstacle ahead, you should remember that:
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leaving the road is more risky than hitting another vehicle.
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you can almost always turn to miss an obstacle more quickly than you can stop.
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stopping is always the safest thing to do in an emergency.
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All of the above.
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The one-way check valve:
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keeps air from going out if the air compressor develops a leak.
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keeps your wheels from locking up when you brake hard.
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supplies air to the trailer air tanks.
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keeps the axles in place.
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Your vehicle has hydraulic brakes. When you press the brake pedal while driving and the pedal goes to the floor, remember that:
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the parking brake should never used to slow the vehicle.
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pumping the brake pedal may generate enough hydraulic pressure to stop the vehicle.
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shifting into neutral may help slow the vehicle.
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All of the above.
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18.
Which of the following is NOT a hazard?
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An escape ramp
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Work zones
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A cardboard box on the road
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A freeway/highway exits that
go downhill
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19.
If you have to drive off the road to avoid a collision, you should:
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avoid braking.
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keep one set of wheels on the pavement, if possible.
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stay on the shoulder until your vehicle has come to a stop.
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All of the above.
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20.
Loads that are over-length, over-width and/or overweight:
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may require a police escort.
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require special transit permits.
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may require special equipment such as “wide load” signs, flags and flashing lights.
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All of the above.
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