CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (VERMONT)
31.
Which of the following statements is true?
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Poor cargo ventilation is a common cause of fire.
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There is no way that short circuits due to damaged insulation can cause a vehicle fire.
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Carrying a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher will help prevent fires.
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32.
When backing a trailer, you should:
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try to position your vehicle so you can back on a curved path.
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turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the turn.
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turn the steering wheel toward the direction you want to go.
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33.
You should downshift:
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after starting down a hill and after entering a curve.
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before entering a curve and before starting down a hill.
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before starting up a hill and while going around a curve.
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34.
To make sure you always have overhead clearance, you must be aware that ________ may have reduced the clearances since the heights were posted.
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packed snow
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water on the road
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the weight of the cargo
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35.
Brake fade results from:
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wet brakes.
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excessive heat caused by using brakes too much.
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using brakes in cold weather.
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36.
If you're feeling tired while driving you should:
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eat something.
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stop driving and get some rest.
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drink coffee.
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37.
Drivers should use their horn when needed, however they must be aware that using the horn:
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damages your hearing.
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consumes the battery.
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can startle other drivers.
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38.
Vehicle inspections:
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are required by state and federal law.
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are required once a month.
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should only be performed by a certified mechanic.
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39.
You are driving a heavy vehicle with a manual transmission, and you have to stop on the shoulder while driving on an uphill grade. When putting your vehicle back in motion up the grade, you should:
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use the parking brake to hold the vehicle until the clutch engages.
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partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake.
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shift down to a speed that you can control without using the brakes.
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40.
To avoid becoming an aggressive driver you should:
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make gestures to other drivers.
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give other drivers your full attention.
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give other drivers the benefit of the doubt.
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