SOUTH DAKOTA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

21. Weight that is loaded so there is a high center of gravity:
makes a vehicle easier to handle.
causes greater chance of rollover.
reduces the chance that the load will shift to the side or fall off.
All of the above.
22. When a tire fails, do NOT:
stay off the brake until the vehicle has slowed down.
keep a firm grip on the steering wheel.
brake, unless you're about to run into something.
None of the above.
23. If your vehicle is equipped with a front brake limiting valve, to ensure normal stopping power make sure the control is:
in the "slippery" position.
in the "normal" position.
in the "neutral" position.
in the "off" position.
24. When checking the lights before driving:
you should turn off the engine.
make sure the parking brake is not set.
you should check them from inside the vehicle.
the engine must be running.
25. Rough acceleration can cause:
mechanical damage.
damage electrical and brake lines.
tire damage.
All of the above.
26. To reduce driver distraction, you should do all of the following except:
Pre-program radio stations
Eat while driving.
Plan your route before driving
Adjust mirrors before driving
27. ABS:
makes it easier to break.
makes it easier to turn.
allows the wheels to lock up.
helps you avoid wheel lock up.
28. You hear a loud "bang" which sounds like a tire blowout. You should:
assume you have a tire failure.
inspect your tires with your mirrors.
check the tires at the next stop.
keep driving as normal.
29. Whenever you are about to pass a pedestrian, bicyclist, or vehicle, you should assume that they:
are hard to see.
could suddenly move in front of you.
can see you.
will move out of your lane of traffic.
30. If you are driving a 40-foot vehicle at 35 mph, you should leave at least _____ between you and the vehicle ahead.
6 seconds
4 seconds
3 seconds
5 seconds
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