TN CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

21. Which of the following statements about driving in areas with strong winds is true?
Strong winds make it difficult to stay in your lane.
Wind can be a problem especially when you enter a tunnel.
The problem is usually worse for heavier vehicles.
You should drive alongside other vehicles to help break up the wind.
22. If your vehicle thumps or vibrates heavily, it may be a sign that:
the brakes have failed.
the engine belt is loose.
you need to shift up.
one of the tires has gone flat.
23. Which of the following statements about tire failure is true?
If the steering feels heavy, it may be a sign one of the rear tires has failed.
Any time you hear a tire blow, you would be safest to assume it is not yours.
It can take a few seconds for your vehicle to react, and you might think it was some other vehicle.
All of the above.
24. When driving, you:
should not use turn signals when the road is empty.
should only use turn signals if there is a vehicle behind you.
should always use turn signals to tell other drivers your intentions.
should carefully evaluate road and traffic conditions to decide if you should use turn signals.
25. When a tire suddenly blows out while you are driving, what should you do first?
Use the parking brake.
Brake lightly and hold the steering wheel firmly.
Hold the steering wheel firmly and stay off the brakes.
Use controlled or stab braking.
26. While driving, you should use your mirrors to:
check the condition of the tires and cargo.
know where other vehicles are around you.
check where the rear of your vehicle is while you make turns.
All of the above.
27. If you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, you should leave at least _____ between you and the vehicle ahead.
5 seconds
4 seconds
3 seconds
2 seconds
28. If the vehicle ahead of you is smaller than yours:
it will usually take longer to stop.
it can probably stop faster than you can.
it will take the same amount of time to stop.
All of the above.
29. You have two tie-downs on a 15 foot load. How many more tie-downs do you need to secure cargo and keep it from shifting or falling?
Two
None
One
Three
30. The Gross Combination Weight (GCW) is:
the weight of the vehicle and its trailer(s).
the weight of the trailer and cargo.
the weight of the vehicle, trailer, and cargo.
the total weight of a single vehicle including its load.
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