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