CDL Doubles Practice Test Washington

11. On front tires, tread should be at least:
4/16 inch
2/32 inch
4/32 inch
12. Alcohol:
impairs depth perception.
does not affect judgement.
improves reaction time.
13. Which of the following vehicles is most likely to turn over?
65 ft. conventional double
Triple trailer
3 axle tractor semitrailer
14. The trailer hand valve should:
never be used to test the trailer brakes.
never be used for parking.
be used in driving.
15. Off-tracking is:
when a vehicle towing a trailer skids, and the trailer pushes the towing vehicle from behind until it spins the vehicle around.
when the tires lose their contact with the road and have little or no traction.
when a vehicle makes a turn and the rear wheels of the trailer end up driving in a different path than the tractor and the front wheels of the trailer.
16. To prevent getting sleepy while driving, you should:
keep cool by opening the window.
drive alone whenever possible.
keep the cab warm.
17. For safety during a trip, you should:
check critical items when you stop.
watch gauges for signs of trouble.
All of the above.
18. To use the controlled braking method in an emergency, you should:
apply the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels.
apply your brakes all the way, and release the brakes when the wheels lock up.
apply the brakes when the wheels lock up.
19. After the pre-trip inspection, drivers should inspect their cargo and its securing devices again within ________ after beginning the trip.
50 miles
25 miles
20 miles
20. When driving on slippery roads, you should NOT:
try to anticipate stops early.
use the engine brake.
go slowly.
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