TN CDL COMBINATION PRACTICE TEST

11. Never drive with landing gear only part way up. Why?
It makes it harder to brake.
It may catch on railroad tracks.
It may be harder to use.
It must be exactly 5 feet off the ground.
12. ABS helps you:
increase your normal braking capability.
steer gently and smoothly while you are braking.
stop much faster.
avoid wheel lock up and maintain control of your vehicle when you brake.
13. A steering wheel should have no more than _____ of play. If there is more play than this, it may be hard to steer.
15 degrees
It doesn't matter.
30 degrees
10 degrees
14. Which of the following is NOT part of testing the tractor protection valve?
Charging the trailer air brake system.
Shutting off the engine.
Stepping on and off the brake pedal several times to reduce the air pressure in the tanks.
Pulling forward slowly, then applying the trailer brakes.
15. What is a tractor jackknife?
When the rear wheels of a trailer lock up, and the tractor swings around.
When the wheels of a trailer lock up, and the trailer swings around.
When a drive-wheel skid lets the trailer push the towing vehicle sideways.
None of the above.
16. If you feel drowsy while driving, what should you do?
Turn on the radio to keep you awake.
Get an energy drink.
Eat heavy foods.
Pull off the road and get some sleep.
17. Overloading a vehicle with cargo can have negative effects on all of the following except:
Speed control
Weight limits
Steering
Braking
18. When you inspect the coupling, make sure there is ______ between the upper and lower fifth wheel.
enough space
about 1/2 inch
about 1 inch
no space
19. Which of the following is NOT a step in backing up with a trailer?
Backing slowly
Checking the outside mirrors on both sides frequently
Backing quickly when the path is straight
Looking at your line of travel before you begin
20. After a tire has been changed, you should:
deflate the tire to 15 psi.
wait at least 30 minutes before driving.
decrease tire pressure.
stop a short while later and check that the nuts are tight.
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