SC CDL COMBINATION TEST - PRACTICE TEST

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Drivers who want to drive combination vehicles must pass the combination vehicles test. The South Carolina CDL combination test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%). The test covers the combination vehicles section of the South Carolina CDL Manual. Take this practice test now to prepare for the actual SC CDL combination test!
1. When the trailer breaks away or develops a bad leak, the tractor protection valve will close automatically and:
the tractor will lose all air pressure.
the trailer emergency brakes will come on.
the trailer supply valve will stay open.
the engine will shut down.
2. The heavier the vehicle:
the less work the brakes must do to stop it.
the more work the brakes must do to stop it.
the higher the center of gravity will be.
None of the above.
3. A burning tire must be:
immediately removed from the vehicle.
covered with cloth.
cooled with water.
None of the above.
4. To prevent rollover, drivers of combination vehicles should:
make sure the cargo is not centered and spread out.
brake while turning.
keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible.
keep the load is to one side.
5. When backing with a trailer, you should:
check your mirrors on both sides frequently.
make pull-ups to re-position your vehicle as needed.
look at your line of travel before you begin backing.
All of the above.
6. Which of the following will NOT help you prevent rollover?
Driving slowly around turns.
Keeping the cargo as close to the ground as possible.
Using the controlled braking method.
All of the above.
7. ABS:
should only be used on dry roads.
is an addition to your normal brakes.
replaces your normal brakes.
allows you to brake harder.
8. Cargo tie-downs are used to:
keep cargo from shifting or falling.
prevent freezing.
prevent skidding.
prevent right-turn accidents.
9. The first thing to do when coupling a tractor-semitrailer is to:
position the tractor.
check the trailer height.
inspect the fifth wheel.
lock the trailer brakes.
10. Overloading a vehicle with cargo can have negative effects on all of the following except:
Weight limits
Steering
Braking
Speed control
 
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SC CDL Combination Test

Number of questions: 20
Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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