WEST VIRGINIA CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

31. To prevent rollover, you should:
drive slowly around on ramps and off ramps.
go slowly around turns.
keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible.
All of the above.
32. You as a driver should always:
stay in your lane.
drive slowly in the left lane of traffic.
reduce your following distance.
make emergency plans when you see a hazard.
33. After starting the engine, oil pressure should rise to a normal level:
within 6 minutes.
within seconds.
within 3 miles.
within 2 minutes.
34. The following are some causes of vehicle fires:
Under-inflated tires and duals that touch
Tailgating while smoking
Tight turns and gravel roads
All of the above.
35. When conducting a pre-trip inspection:
you should review the last vehicle inspection report.
the inspection report should only be reviewed if you will be carrying passengers.
the vehicle inspection report should not be reviewed unless your supervisor tells you to do so.
None of the above.
36. Under-loaded front axles:
can make the steering axle weight too light to steer safely.
can improve traction.
can cause tire failure.
All of the above.
37. When you get in the vehicle and start the engine, you should:
put the gearshift in neutral (or park if automatic) before starting the engine.
listen for unusual noises after starting the engine.
make sure the parking brake is on before starting the engine.
All of the above.
38. The Johnson bar is a valve that:
works the trailer brakes.
keeps air from going out if the air compressor develops a leak.
reduces the braking pressure to a safe level.
is installed in the first tank the air compressor pumps air to.
39. Distracted driving can cause collisions. Which of the following can distract your attention while you are driving?
Driving below the speed limit.
Listening to music.
Talking to passengers.
All of the above.
40. When driving in heavy rain, your brakes will get wet. Water in the brakes can cause:
the brakes to apply unevenly.
wheel lockups.
lack of braking power.
All of the above.
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