SD CDL Practice Test - General Knowledge

21. The safety valve installed in the first tank the air compressor pumps air is set to open:
if there is too much pressure.
at 30 psi.
every 15 minutes.
if there is too little pressure.
22. The air compressor governor:
stops the compressor from pumping air.
controls when the air storage tanks will pump air into the air compressor.
allows the compressor to start pumping air when the tank pressure rises to the "cut-out" pressure.
All of the above.
23. When driving trucks with trailers, drivers should:
avoid making sudden movements with the steering wheel.
push the brake pedal to the floor when braking.
make quick lane changes.
decrease their following distance.
24. If driving a new vehicle, you should familiarize yourself with the controls and equipment:
as you drive.
within the first 50 miles.
after pulling into a service station.
before you start driving.
25. If driving a heavy vehicle, you should:
try to pass other vehicles going uphill.
stay in the left lane.
avoid braking.
stay in the right lane.
26. The most common cause of skidding is:
black ice.
spilled oil.
driving too fast for conditions.
surface water.
27. Why should you back toward the driver's side?
Backing toward the right side is dangerous.
You can watch the rear of your vehicle by looking out the side window.
You can see better.
All of the above.
28. When driving on wet roads, you should reduce your speed by about:
one-fifth.
one-quarter.
one-half.
one-third.
29. Heights posted at bridges and overpasses:
are always accurate.
are always incorrect.
can be incorrect.
None of the above.
30. Air pressure should build up in a single air system, within about:
15 minutes.
3 minutes.
1 minute.
10 minutes.
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