CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (VIRGINIA) - PRACTICE TEST

11. Which of the following is true about curved mirrors?
They are illegal in most States.
In a curved mirror everything appears smaller than it would if you were looking at it directly.
In a curved mirror things seem closer than they really are.
12. Which of the following is part of checking lights?
Turning off the engine and taking the key with you.
Turning on the headlights and four-way flashers.
All of the above.
13. Which of the following statements about staying alert while driving is true?
Some drugs can overcome fatigue.
Drinking a cup of coffee will do more to keep you alert than a 20 minute nap.
None of the above.
14. To prevent drowsiness before a trip, you should:
drink 2 cups of coffee.
drive with the windows rolled down.
avoid medications that cause drowsiness.
15. Which of these describes the proper braking technique when driving on a long and steep downgrade?
Release the brakes until your speed is 5 mph above your safe speed, then apply the brakes. When your speed has decreased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
Apply the brakes. When your speed has been reduced to 5 mph below your safe speed, release the brakes. When your speed has increased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
Apply the brakes until your speed has been reduced to 5 mph, then release the brakes. When your speed has increased to your safe speed, repeat the previous steps.
16. If you are feeling drowsy behind the wheel, the only safe cure is to:
pull off the road and get some sleep.
open your windows, allowing fresh air inside your vehicle.
drink a cup of coffee.
17. If an aggressive driver confronts you, you should NOT:
try to let them pass.
ignore gestures.
make eye contact.
18. To prevent drowsiness before a trip, drivers should:
get at least 5 hours of sleep.
drive alone.
prepare the route carefully, including stopping points.
19. You must have at least ________ tread depth in every major groove on front tires.
1/16 inch
4/32 inch
1/2 inch
20. Your vehicle has hydraulic brakes. When you press the brake pedal while driving and the pedal goes to the floor, remember that:
the parking brake should never used to slow the vehicle.
pumping the brake pedal may generate enough hydraulic pressure to stop the vehicle.
shifting into neutral may help slow the vehicle.
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