WA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

41. Which of the following may have reduced the clearances since the heights were posted at bridges and overpasses?
Rain
The weight of a cargo
Repaving of the road
42. If your vehicle is equipped with a front brake limiting valve, to ensure normal stopping power make sure the control is:
in the "normal" position.
in the "slippery" position.
in the "neutral" position.
43. When transporting a load, the cargo should be inspected:
after every break you take during your trip.
only after driving.
by a helper.
44. The earliest way to recognize that your trailer has started to skid is:
by checking your mirrors.
by checking the jackknife sensor.
by releasing the brakes.
45. Under-loaded front axles:
can improve traction.
can make the steering axle weight too light to steer safely.
can cause tire failure.
46. Tar in the road pavement often rises to the surface in very hot weather. Spots where the tar "bleeds":
have good traction.
are very slippery.
will help you get better gas mileage.
47. If your vehicle is equipped with a retarder, you should turn it off:
when you are driving in heavy traffic.
when you are running late.
whenever the road is wet, icy, or snow covered.
48. Your vehicle has automatic transmission. When going down grades, you should:
select a low range to get greater engine braking.
put the gearshift in "Park".
select a high range to get greater engine braking.
49. If you experience a loss of hydraulic pressure, you should do all of the following except:
Pump the brakes
Put the transmission in Neutral
Downshift
50. A tank endorsement is:
required for both liquids and gases.
only required when transporting liquids.
only required when transporting gases.
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