CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (WV) - PRACTICE TEST

31. If a trailer does not have spring brakes, to keep the trailer from moving you should:
park on a slight decline.
use wheel chocks.
close the brake valve.
use the service brakes.
32. Distracted driving may be caused by _________ while driving.
eating
listening to music
maintaining constant speed
All of the above.
33. When backing, you should back and turn toward the driver's side:
so you can back in a straight line.
so you can see the shoulder of the road.
so you can back on a curved path.
so you can see better.
34. To prevent getting sleepy while driving, you should:
close the vent.
keep the cab warm.
keep cool by opening the window.
drive alone whenever possible.
35. Your vehicle has automatic transmission. When going down grades, you should:
put the gearshift in "Park".
select a low range to get greater engine braking.
select a high range to get greater engine braking.
select a high range to reduce engine braking.
36. How can you tell if your vehicle is equipped with anti-lock braking system (ABS)?
Look under the vehicle for the wheel speed sensor wires coming from the back of the brakes.
Trailers will have yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the left side.
Look for yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the instrument panel.
All of the above.
37. Hazardous materials can be recognized by looking at the container's:
color.
type.
shape.
label.
38. You should review the pre-trip inspection report from the last driver:
It doesn't have to be reviewed.
once a week.
after each trip.
during your pre-trip inspection.
39. How many reflective triangles/emergency reflectors should you carry?
1
2
4
3
40. Two of the most common causes of tire fires are:
Duals that touch and under-inflated tires.
Driver smoking and bleeding tar.
Loose lug nuts and duals that touch.
Over-inflated tires and duals that touch.
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