AIR BRAKES PRACTICE TEST - VERMONT

11. When you pull hard on a slack adjuster and it moves more than about _____ where the push rod attaches to it, the slack adjuster probably needs adjustment.
2 inches
1 inch
1/2 inch
12. Which of the following is NOT a way to determine if your trailer is equipped with ABS (antilock braking system)?
It was built after March 1, 1998.
The letters "ABS" are printed on the side of the steering wheel.
It has yellow ABS malfunction lamps.
13. The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by recognizing tire failure.
by seeing it in your mirrors.
by feeling the brakes come on.
14. Why must air tanks be drained?
To keep from fouling the air compressor oil.
Water and oil reduce the air pressure.
Water can freeze in cold weather and cause brake failure.
15. Spring brakes:
apply when air pressure leaves the brake chamber and release when air pressure builds up in the chamber.
are air applied like service brakes.
are not designed to work in an emergency when your service brakes fail.
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