UT CDL Practice Test - General Knowledge

21. Having ABS on only the trailer:
makes the trailer more likely to swing out.
still gives you more control over your vehicle during braking.
makes the trailer more likely to roll over.
is very dangerous.
22. When checking tires, which of the following is not a problem?
Radial and bias-ply tires used together
Cracked valve stems
Too much air pressure
4/32 inch tread depth on front tires
23. An empty truck requires _________ a full truck.
less stopping distance than
a greater stopping distance than
This is irrelevant.
the same stopping distance as
24. It is safer to drive over (rather than to avoid) which of the following?
Cardboard boxes
Paper and cloth sacks
Plastic containers
None of the above.
25. The use of brakes on a steep downgrade is:
much more effective than the engine braking effect.
the main braking factor.
a supplement to the braking effect of the engine.
dangerous, and should be avoided at all costs.
26. Aggressive driving is the act of:
operating a vehicle at a safe speed.
operating a vehicle at night.
operating a vehicle in a selfish or pushy manner.
operating a vehicle in the left lane.
27. Which of the following statements about drivers fixing an engine or changing a tire is true?
Roadway traffic is not a danger to them.
They must park within 5 feet of the roadway.
They often do not pay attention to roadway traffic.
They usually pay attention to the danger roadway traffic is to them.
28. The posted speed limit:
may only be exceeded when driving in rural areas.
is only a suggestion.
should only be exceeded when passing other vehicles.
should never be exceeded.
29. The Gross Combination Weight (GCW) is:
the total weight of a single vehicle including its load.
the weight of the vehicle, trailer, and cargo.
the weight of the vehicle and its trailer(s).
the weight of the trailer and cargo.
30. If your vehicle is hydroplaning, you should:
use the brakes to slow down.
release the accelerator and push in the clutch.
accelerate to get through the water as quickly as possible.
None of the above.
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