GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST SOUTH DAKOTA - PRACTICE TEST
41.
The heavier the vehicle:
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the higher the center of gravity will be.
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the more work the brakes must do to stop it.
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the less work the brakes must do to stop it.
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None of the above.
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42.
How does ABS help you?
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ABS always shortens your stopping distance.
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ABS makes stab braking more effective.
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ABS replaces your normal brakes and helps you to stop faster.
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ABS helps you avoid wheel lock up and maintain control when you brake hard on slippery surfaces.
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43.
What are some advantages of going right instead of left around an obstacle?
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There may be a shoulder that you can steer into.
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Someone may be passing to the left.
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You can avoid a head-on collision.
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All of the above.
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44.
What is countersteering?
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Locking your wheels while turning in an emergency situation.
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Staying off the brake while steering to the right to avoid an accident.
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Turning the steering wheel quickly the other way after steering in an emergency situation.
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Driving too fast for conditions.
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45.
When you exit a highway using an off ramp that goes downhill and turns at the same time, you should:
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wait until you are in the curve curved part of the off ramp before downshifting.
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get on the curved part of the off ramp, then brake and turn at the same time.
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slow down before you get on the curved part of an off ramp.
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slow down to the posted speed limit for the off ramp.
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46.
For safety during a trip, you should:
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check critical items when you stop.
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watch gauges for signs of trouble.
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use your senses to check for problems.
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All of the above.
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47.
What should you do if your brakes fail while driving downhill, and no escape ramp is available?
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wait until you can find an escape ramp.
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call for assistance before you get out of your vehicle.
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take the least hazardous escape route you can - and make the move as soon as possible.
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use your parking brake to stop.
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48.
Which of the following is NOT considered a serious traffic violation?
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Making improper lane changes
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Driving at 15 mph or more above the posted limit
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Reckless driving
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Sounding your horn to let others know you are there
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49.
When you need to brake, you should warn the drivers behind:
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by turning on the 4-way emergency flashers.
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by making gestures.
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by changing lanes.
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by flashing your brake lights.
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50.
If your ABS malfunctions:
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the parking brakes will not work.
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you should immediately come to a complete stop.
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the service brake will not work.
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you still have normal brake functions.
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