Class F - GA study guide actual exam with correct answers Georgia driver’s license

Class F - GA study guide actual exam with correct answers Georgia driver’s license What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection? - CORRECT ANSWER-Safety. Safety for yourself and other road user. What things should you check during a trip? - CORRECT ANSWER-Watch gauges, mirrors, and use your senses to check for problems...LOOK, LISTEN, AND SMELL. Name some key steering system parts. - CORRECT ANSWER-steering wheel, tie rod, steering shaft, hydraulic fluid reservoir, gear box, pitman arm, drag link, steering knuckle, spindle, steering arm, power steering cylinder Name some suspension system defects - CORRECT ANSWER-spring hangers that allow movement of axle from proper position, cracked or broken spring hangers, missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring, leaking shock absorbers, air suspension systems that are damaged and or leaking, any parts of the suspension or frame that is cracked or broken What three kinds of emergency equipment must you have? - CORRECT ANSWER-fire extinguisher, 3 reflective triangles, spare fuses What is the minimum tread depth for front tires? For other tires? - CORRECT ANSWER-You need at least 4/32-inch tread depth in every major groove on front tires. You need 2/32 inch on other tires. No fabric should show through the tread or sidewall. Name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection? - CORRECT ANSWER-Condition of front axle, Condition of steering system, Condition of windshield, Lights and reflectors. What should wheel bearing seals be checked for? - CORRECT ANSWER-leaks How many red reflective triangles should you carry? - CORRECT ANSWER-three How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks? - CORRECT ANSWER-Pump the brake pedal three times, then apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for five seconds. The pedal should not move. Why put the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection? - CORRECT ANSWER-to prevent someone from moving the truck Why should you back towards the driver's side? - CORRECT ANSWER-So you can see better. You can watch the rear of your vehicle by looking out the side window. If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back? - CORRECT ANSWER-Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake. When backing, why is it important to use a helper? - CORRECT ANSWER-There are blind spots you cant see! What's the most important hand signal that you can the helper should agree on? - CORRECT ANSWER-Stop What are the two special conditions where you should downshift? - CORRECT ANSWER-before starting down a hill, before entering a curve When should you downshift automatic transmissions? - CORRECT ANSWER-when going down grades Retarders keep you from skidding when the road is slippery. True or False? - CORRECT ANSWER-FALSE. When your drive wheels have poor traction, the retarder may actually CAUSE them to skid and should be turned off whenever the road is wet, icy, or snow covered What are the two ways to know when to shift? - CORRECT ANSWER-Use engine speed (rpm) or road speed (mph) How far ahead does the manual say you should look? - CORRECT ANSWER-12 to 15 seconds ahead, which means the distance you would travel in 12 to 15 seconds. At slower speeds, that's about a block. At highway speeds it's about a quarter of a mile. What are the two main things to look for ahead? - CORRECT ANSWER-Traffic and road conditions What's the most important way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle? - CORRECT ANSWER-Check your mirrors What does "communicating" mean in safe driving? - CORRECT ANSWER-Tap the horn, turn signals, tap brake lights.