GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST WASHINGTON - PRACTICE TEST

21. If you go twice as fast, your stopping distance will increase by:
two times.
eight times.
four times.
22. At highway speeds, good drivers look at least _______ ahead.
150 feet
1/4 mile
1 mile
23. The most common type of brake is the:
G-cam disc brake
R-cam drum brake
S-cam drum brake
24. Two consecutive sets of tandem axles may carry a gross weight of ______ each.
34,000 pounds
40,000 pounds
28,000 pounds
25. When you park, you should try to park:
so you'll be able to pull forward when you leave.
on the shoulder of the road.
so there is enough room to back out.
26. To determine a safe speed for a downgrade, you should consider:
Trip origin and destination city.
Oncoming traffic.
The total weight of the vehicle and cargo.
27. In a vehicle with a dual air brake system:
one system supplies air to the trailer.
both systems typically operate the regular brakes on the rear axle.
each system has its own air tanks.
28. When driving on a long and/or steep downgrade, drivers should:
release the clutch.
select an appropriate safe speed, and then use a low gear.
use a low gear and release the brakes.
29. When is it safe to remove the radiator cap?
As soon as you've stopped, as long as the engine is not hot.
Whenever coolant has to be added to the system.
When you can touch the radiator cap with your bare hand.
30. The tire load for each tire is stated:
on the tread of the tire.
on the inside of the tire.
on the side of the tire.
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