VIRGINIA CDL TANKER PRACTICE TEST
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In vehicles with air brakes, the two markings on a front brake limiting valve are:
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normal and slippery.
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high and low.
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left and right.
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12.
When stopping with a tanker, you must be aware that:
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a fully loaded vehicle requires a greater stopping distance because it has less traction.
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a fully loaded vehicle takes less room to stop than an empty vehicle.
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the amount of liquid in the tank has no influence on the stopping distance.
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13.
Fully loaded rigs:
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are less likely to roll over than empty rigs.
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are just as likely to roll over as empty rigs.
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are much more likely to roll over than empty rigs.
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14.
When checking the engine compartment in a vehicle inspection, you should check all of the following except:
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Coolant level in radiator
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Spring hangers
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Engine oil level
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15.
Excessive use of the service brakes results in overheating. Too much heat can:
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cause the brakes apply unevenly.
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cause the brakes to grab.
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make the brakes stop working.
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16.
How should you brake if your vehicle loses ABS?
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Step on and off the brake pedal several times
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Brake as you always have.
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Pump the brake repeatedly
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17.
To prevent rollover, you should:
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keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible.
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go slowly around turns.
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All of the above.
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18.
When driving a tanker, liquid surge:
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can have bad effects on handling.
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should not be a concern.
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results from movement of the liquid in full tanks.
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19.
If your brakes fail on a steep mountain downgrade, you should:
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decide what to do as soon as you know your brakes do not work.
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slow down until your vehicle comes to a complete stop.
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stay on the road and keep looking for the next available escape ramp.
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20.
When transporting chlorine in cargo tanks, you must have _______ in the vehicle.
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5 reflective triangles
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an approved gas mask
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approved goggles
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