CDL General Knowledge Practice Test page 16

102. The most important reason for being alert to hazards is so:

a. law enforcement personnel can be called.
b. you will have time to plan your escape if the hazard becomes an emergency.
c. you can help impaired drivers.
d. accident reports will be accurate.


103. You are driving in the right lane of a four-lane, undivided road. You come over a hill and find a car stopped ahead in your lane. You do not have room to stop, and the hill blocks your view to the rear. The shoulder is clear. Which of these is the best action to take?

a. Use hard braking and brace for collision.
b. Steer into the left lane.
c. Steer into the oncoming lanes.
d. Steer to the right.


104. Which of these statements is a good rule to follow when backing your vehicle?

a. Rely on mirrors for all information on your path of travel.
b. Use the highest reverse gear while backing.
c. Back and turn toward the passenger's side.
d. Use a helper whenever possible.


105. Every time you leave your vehicle you should:

a. leave it in gear (if it has a manual transmission).
b. turn the steering wheel as far to the left as you can.
c. apply the parking break.
d. do all of the above.


106. Heavy vehicles must sometÄ­mes travel more slowly than other traffic. Which of these is not a good rule to follow when you are driving such a vehicle?

a. Stay to the right.
b. Turn on your flashers if it is legal to do so.
c. Signal other drivers when it is safe for them to pass you.
d. Pass other vehicles only if you can do so quickly.


107. What should you do if your vehicle hydroplanes?

a. Start stab braking.
b. Accelerate slightly.
c. Release the accelerator.
d. Turn right.


108. Cargo inspection:

a. Should be done after every break during driving.
b. Is only required for hazardous materials.
c. Should be done every 6 hours or 300 miles.
d. Is not required.


Answers: (102)b   (103)d   (104)d   (105)c   (106)c   (107)c   (108)a

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