VIRGINIA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

11. What is a "header board"?
The back door of the cargo compartment.
A safety device that protects you from your cargo in case of an accident.
Another term for the brake camshaft.
12. To back safely, you should NOT:
back as slowly as possible and use the lowest reverse gear.
back to the right side whenever possible.
look at your line of travel before you begin backing.
13. The vehicle inspection report:
ensures that when the driver gets behind the wheel, the mechanic is responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle.
ensures that vehicle inspections are conducted regularly.
tells the motor carrier about problems that may need fixing.
14. If a vehicle is equipped with ABS, when you start the engine:
the ABS indicator light on the dash should come on and then turn off.
the spring brakes will come on.
the wheels will lock up.
15. What are the two basic reasons for covering cargo?
To protect people from spilled cargo and the cargo from weather.
To protect people from spilled cargo and the cargo from pilferage.
To protect the cargo from weather and to avoid littering.
16. Which of the following is NOT a type of retarder?
Anti-lock
Engine
Electric
17. If you must stop on a one-way or divided highway, you should place warning devices _______ toward the approaching traffic.
10, 100 and 200 feet
5, 50 and 500 feet
5, 25 and 50 feet
18. An alcohol evaporator is important during:
dry weather.
cold weather.
hot weather.
19. Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of fatigue?
Engaging in conversation with a passenger
Yawning repeatedly
Trouble remembering the last few miles driven
20. What is true about tire chains?
You must carry the at least 6 chains and extra cross-links.
You should watch the official video tutorial by the manifacturer before putting them on.
You should learn how to put the chains on before you need to do it in snow.
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