VERMONT CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

31. Class A:B:C fire extinguishers are designed to work on:
burning liquids.
electrical fires.
All of the above.
32. Drivers should check and adjust their mirrors:
before starting a trip.
after a trip.
while driving.
33. 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 usually pay attention to the danger roadway traffic is to them.
They often do not pay attention to roadway traffic.
34. Drivers operating CMVs must notify their employer within ______ of a conviction for any traffic violation (except parking).
3 days
30 days
7 days
35. When should you be particularly careful about high winds?
When emerging from a tunnel
When going downhill
When driving at night
36. An advantage of going right instead of left around an obstacle is that:
Turning right comes more natural in emergency situations.
By turning right, you will force other drivers into an opposing traffic lane.
No one is likely to be driving on the shoulder, but someone may be passing you on the left.
37. You are driving on a two-lane road. If an oncoming driver has drifted into your lane:
a move to your right is best.
a move to your left is best.
you should brake as hard as you can.
38. After starting the engine, you are looking at the oil pressure gauge. Oil pressure should come up to normal within:
2 minutes.
5 minutes.
seconds.
39. When you are driving very slowly you should:
use the 4-way emergency flashers.
avoid braking.
stay in the left lane.
40. Air tank drains:
are used to remove water and oil from the air tanks.
protect the tanks and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
should not be used in wet weather.
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