WV CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

31. Air tank drains:
should not be used in wet weather.
are used to remove water and oil from the air tanks.
are used to move air to the brakes.
protect the tanks and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
32. A red triangle with an orange center means:
Liquid tanker
The vehicle is hauling hazardous materials
Slow-moving vehicle
Law enforcement vehicle
33. Which of the following may have reduced the clearances since the heights were posted at bridges and overpasses?
Rain
Traffic
The weight of a cargo
Repaving of the road
34. What should you do if your vehicle starts hydroplaning?
Leave the road completely.
Release the accelerator and push in the clutch to let the wheels turn freely.
Apply the brakes and countersteer to regain control of the vehicle.
Accelerate slightly, then push in the clutch to slow down.
35. When backing a trailer, turn the wheel right to make the cab go ________ and the trailer go ________.
left; left
left; right
right; right
right; left
36. Use your four-way emergency flashers:
when stopping at railroad highway crossings.
to warn drivers behind you that people are working on the road.
when parked at the side of the road.
All of the above.
37. To control your speed on a downgrade, you should:
coast in neutral.
use engine braking.
fully apply the brakes.
use controlled braking.
38. Without engine oil:
the ABS won't work.
the engine can be destroyed rapidly.
traction will be reduced.
exhaust emissions will be reduced.
39. Before entering an intersection, make sure that:
there's enough room to get at least halfway across.
there is sufficient space to clear it.
accelerate smoothly and change gears as necessary.
That there is enough room for the rear of your vehicle to clear the stop line on your side.
40. Before transporting sealed loads, you should check that:
the load can be inspected.
the load is properly secured.
the seal numbers match the placard numbers.
All of the above.
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