VT CDL DOUBLES TRIPLES TEST - PRACTICE TEST

11. Empty trucks require _____ stopping distances because empty vehicles have ______ traction.
greater; less
less; more
greater; more
12. Who is responsible for inspecting the cargo?
The shipper
The driver
The person who loaded and secured the cargo
13. How should you apply the brakes when going down a steep downgrade?
Apply the brakes whenever you reach your safe speed, until your speed has been reduced to 5 mph below your safe speed.
Apply the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels.
Apply the brakes when you reach the bottom of the downgrade.
14. The earliest way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by releasing the brakes.
by checking your mirrors.
by checking the jackknife sensor.
15. If there is a fire in your vehicle, do NOT:
notify emergency services.
park in an open area.
pull into a service station.
16. A red triangle with an orange center means:
Slow-moving vehicle
The vehicle is hauling hazardous materials
Law enforcement vehicle
17. Air tank drains:
protect the tanks and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
are used to remove water and oil from the air tanks.
should not be used in wet weather.
18. The best way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by feeling the brakes come on.
by seeing it in your mirrors.
by recognizing tire failure.
19. If you have to drive off the road, you should:
keep one set of wheels on the pavement, if possible.
fully apply the brakes until your speed has dropped to about 20 mph.
brake as hard as you can to maintain control.
20. Which of the following road surfaces freezes first?
Open roads
Underpasses
Bridges
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