CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (TEXAS) - PRACTICE TEST

11. Parking brakes are:
not required on buses.
not required on trailers.
not required on commercial vehicles with air brakes.
required on all vehicles.
12. Which of the following is NOT true about escape ramps?
Escape ramps use a long bed of loose, soft material to slow runaway vehicles.
Escape ramps are found on many mountain downgrades.
Escape ramps are made to stop runaway vehicles safely.
Any driver who loses brakes going downhill should avoid using an escape ramp, if possible.
13. When should you be particularly careful about high winds?
When going downhill
When emerging from a tunnel
When driving in winter
When driving at night
14. Your vehicle has hydraulic brakes. When you press the brake pedal while driving and the pedal goes to the floor, remember that:
pumping the brake pedal may generate enough hydraulic pressure to stop the vehicle.
shifting into neutral may help slow the vehicle.
the parking brake should never used to slow the vehicle.
All of the above.
15. Combination vehicles _________ than single CMVs.
are safer in bad weather
are much easier to drive
require more driving skill
All of the above.
16. Transporting hanging meat requires special attention. Why?
Because refrigerated trucks have less traction.
Because hanging meat can be an unstable load with a high center of gravity.
Because you have to drive fast to get it delivered fresh.
All of the above.
17. When inspecting your vehicle for suspension system defects, look for:
leaking shock absorbers.
missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring.
cracked or broken spring hangers.
All of the above.
18. Drivers transporting cargo are responsible for:
recognizing overloads.
making sure the cargo is properly secured.
inspecting the cargo.
All of the above.
19. When driving a 60-foot truck at 50 mph, your minimum following distance should be:
5 seconds
7 seconds
6 seconds
3 seconds
20. What should you do to test your hydraulic brakes for leaks?
Pump the brake pedal three times, then apply pressure for 9 seconds.
Hold the brake pedal down for five seconds, then pump it three times.
Pump the brake pedal five times, then apply pressure for three seconds.
Pump the brake pedal three times, then apply pressure to the pedal and hold for five seconds.
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