CDL General Knowledge Test Questions (100% Verified Solutions)

T/F. you should use low beams when ever you can? correct answers False When using your Low Beams, you can see ahead about______feet. correct answers 250 When using your High Beams, you can see ahead about _______ feet. correct answers 350-500 What are some tips to follow so you won't become a distracted driver? correct answers -Assess all potential in-vehicle distractions before driving. - Develop a preventative plan to reduce/eliminate possible distractions. - Expect that distractions will occur. -Discuss possible scenarios before getting behind the wheel. How can you avoid the effects that wet brakes can cause? correct answers -Slow down. -Gently put on the brakes. This presses linings against brake drums or discs and keeps mud, silt, sand, and water from getting in. -Place transmission in a low gear. - Increase engine rpm and cross the water while keeping light pressure on the brakes. - When out of the water, maintain light pressure on the brakes for a short distance to heat them up and dry them out. T/F. Under-loaded front axles can make the steering axle weight too light to steer safely. correct answers TRUE How do you find out how many seconds of following distance space you have? correct answers Wait until the vehicle ahead passes a clear landmark, then count off the seconds until you reach the same spot. What is the minimum tread depth for front tires? correct answers 4/32 Why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill? correct answers You will not be able to shift into a lower gear once you are going down the hill. T/F. Retarders keep you from skidding when the road is slippery. correct answers FALSE What are Retarders? correct answers Retarders serve to slow vehicles, or maintain a steady speed while traveling down a hill, and help prevent the vehicle from "running away" by accelerating down the hill. T/F. The B:C type fire extinguisher is designed to work on burning wood, paper, and cloth. correct answers FALSE B:C type fire extinguisher correct answers used on electrical fires and burning liquids