GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST SOUTH DAKOTA - PRACTICE TEST

31. When backing a trailer, turn the wheel right to make the cab go ________ and the trailer go ________.
left; right
right; left
right; right
left; left
32. When making a turn you should:
turn the signal off before entering the turn.
make gestures to get the attention of other drivers.
signal early.
honk your horn.
33. It's very important to distribute the cargo so it is:
piled up.
as high up as possible.
as low as possible.
in the centre of the load.
34. When driving at night, to avoid glare from oncoming vehicles you should:
look directly at lights of oncoming vehicles.
put your own high beams on when other drivers do not put their low beams on.
look slightly to the right at a right lane or edge marking.
wear sunglasses.
35. The total weight of a single vehicle including its load is called:
Gross Vehicle Rating (GVR)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
Gross Combination Weight (GCW)
36. Water in the brakes:
reduces wheel lockups.
can cause the brakes to apply unevenly.
can increase braking power.
All of the above.
37. You must have at least ________ tread depth on tires other than front tires.
4/32 inch
8/32 inch
4/16 inch
2/32 inch
38. Nitric acid should:
piled up high with heavy cargo on top.
stacked to the ceiling.
not be loaded above any other product.
loaded above other products.
39. Before loading or unloading any flammable liquids, you should:
turn on the headlights.
start the engine.
light up a cigarette.
turn off the engine.
40. What factors can cause brakes to fade?
Slippery surfaces and shaded areas.
Dirt roads and in unpaved yards.
Gravel and tar.
Excessive heat and brakes out of adjustment.
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