GENERAL KNOWLEDGE CDL TEST WEST VIRGINIA - PRACTICE TEST

11. A driver distraction is anything that takes your attention away from driving, such as:
adjusting the radio.
pedestrians.
billboards.
All of the above.
12. Which of the following statements about cargo weight is true?
The shipper loads the cargo, and the driver is not responsible for recognizing overloads and poorly balanced weight.
States have maximums for GVWRs, GCWRs and axle weights. You must keep weights within legal limits.
It is always safe to operate at legal maximum weights.
All of the above.
13. _________ are used on many vehicles to provide extra gears.
None of the other answers is correct.
Retarders and multi-speed rear axles
Auxiliary transmissions and power steering cylinders
Multi-speed rear axles and auxiliary transmissions
14. Effects of distracted driving include:
delayed decision making.
slowed perception.
failure to perceive an important traffic event.
All of the above.
15. Transporting hanging meat requires special attention. Why?
Because refrigerated trucks have less traction.
Because you have to drive fast to get it delivered fresh.
Because hanging meat can be an unstable load with a high center of gravity.
All of the above.
16. When the road is slippery, you should:
reduce your speed.
release the accelerator and push in the clutch.
slightly increase your speed to reach the next stop.
apply the brakes, then let the wheels turn freely.
17. When only the tractor has ABS:
the trailer is less likely to swing out.
there is a greater chance of jackknifing.
the ABS won't work.
you should be able to maintain steering control during braking.
18. When you discover a fire, if the trailer doors are hot you should not open them because:
you should use the fire extinguisher on the door.
the temperature of the trailer should not be changed in any way.
opening the doors lets air in and may make the fire flare up.
with air many fires do less damage.
19. When transporting a load, the cargo should be inspected:
by a helper.
by your supervisor.
only after driving.
after every break you take during your trip.
20. Retarders:
improve gas mileage.
reduce the danger of slipping.
reduce braking distance.
help slow a vehicle, reducing the need for using brakes.
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