WV CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST - CDL PRACTICE TEST

41. Before you back into an area, you should __________ overhanging hazards like trees, branches or electric wires.
look out of the windows for
get out of the vehicle and check for
ask someone else to check for
check your mirrors to be aware of
42. When is use of a drug given to a driver by a doctor permitted?
Only if it's a prescription drug.
Only if the doctor informs the driver that the drug won't affect safe driving ability.
Only if it's an over the counter drug.
Never.
43. If you have to drive off the road to avoid a collision, you should:
stay on the shoulder until your vehicle has come to a stop.
avoid braking.
keep one set of wheels on the pavement, if possible.
All of the above.
44. Controlled braking:
can be used to keep your vehicle in a straight line and allow you to turn if necessary.
must be used when you need to turn sharply while braking.
involves locking the wheels and then releasing the brakes.
involves pumping the brakes while keeping steering wheel movements very small.
45. When crossing railroad tracks, you should:
shift gears while crossing the tracks.
apply the parking brakes.
stop on the tracks.
stay in your lane.
46. What is the minimum number of tie-downs for a 20 foot load?
3
2
4
1
47. Under a pressurized system, the radiator cap:
should never be removed until the system has cooled.
should never be hot.
should always be cool.
should be removed when the coolant is hot.
48. When driving on a slippery surface, you should do all of the following except:
adjust braking to conditions.
not pass slower vehicles unless necessary.
watch far enough ahead to keep a steady speed.
keep a shorter following distance.
49. Which of the following statements about driving in cold weather is true?
Brakes will never fade or fail from excessive heat caused by using them too much.
You should use windshield washer antifreeze.
An engine cannot overheat when the weather is very cold.
Exhaust system leaks are less dangerous in cold weather.
50. Empty trucks require greater stopping distances. True or False?
False.
True, but only on wet surfaces.
False, but only for trucks built on or after March 1, 1998.
True.
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