UTAH CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

31. Before transporting a sealed load, you must check that:
the cargo is piled up.
the seal on the load is secure.
the load is properly secured.
the placard numbers and the seal numbers match.
32. A hazard is:
Something you can easily avoid.
Something you must stop for.
A dangerous material.
Any road user or road condition that is a possible danger.
33. Before transporting a sealed load, make sure:
that the load can be inspected.
that there is a picture of its contents.
that you don't exceed gross weight and axle weight limits.
All of the above.
34. To keep your vehicle from rolling back when you start, you should:
turn the engine off before you take your foot off the brake.
apply the emergency brake whenever necessary.
partly engage the clutch before you take your foot off the brake.
pump the brakes.
35. You had to drive onto the right shoulder to avoid a crash. You are now driving at 40 mph on the shoulder. How should you move back onto the pavement?
Brake hard to slow the vehicle, then steer sharply onto the pavement.
If the shoulder is clear, stay on it until your vehicle has come to a stop, then move back onto the pavement when it is safe.
Keep moving at the present speed and steer very gently back onto the pavement.
None of the above.
36. What is countersteering?
Locking your wheels while turning in an emergency situation.
Turning the steering wheel quickly the other way after steering in an emergency situation.
Driving too fast for conditions.
Staying off the brake while steering to the right to avoid an accident.
37. When only the tractor has ABS:
there is less chance of jackknifing.
it will be much more difficult to maintain steering control.
the brakes won't work as effectively as without ABS.
there is an increased chance of jackknifing.
38. If your vehicle is equipped with a front brake limiting valve, to ensure normal stopping power make sure the control is:
in the "off" position.
in the "normal" position.
in the "slippery" position.
in the "neutral" position.
39. Drivers can hold a Commercial Driver’s License from how many different States?
Three
One
Two
Four
40. Front brake limiting valves were used to:
reduce exhaust emissions.
reduce your speed so further braking or shifting is not required.
reduce the chance of the front wheels skidding on slippery surfaces.
prevent overheating of the front tires.
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