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CDL General Knowledge (All Sections) with Verified Answers | Latest 2025/2026 Update. When making a right hand turn, you should always: Keep the rear of your vehicle close to the curb A front wheel skid is usually caused by (3): * Driving too fast for conditions * Lack of tread on the front tires * Cargo improperly loaded Driving at night is more dangerous because of the following (3): * Most people are less alert at night due to fatigue * Headlights often cause glare which can blind drivers * There are more drunk drivers at night How often should you check your cargo (3)? * Within 25 miles after beginning a trip * After you have driven for three hours * After you take a break An engine retarder is designed to: Slow the vehicle down without using brakes When should tires be replaced (3)? * When the tread separates * When there are broken valve stems * If the tread depth on your front tires is less than 4/32 deep In the event of a tire failure, you should: Stay off the brake and hold the steering wheel firmly Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do? Look for an escape ramp or an escape route When you are in a 60 foot vehicle, how much space should you maintain in front of you at highway speeds? Seven seconds What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving? Pull off the road and park in an open area The best way to put out a fire is to: Stand upwind and spray the base of the fire What are some causes of vehicle fires (3): * Spilled fuel * Short circuits * Driver smoking Safe drivers must maintain space around their vehicles for the following reasons (3): * In case you must stop suddenly * In case there are cars following too closely * In case there is an obstacle in the road. Hydroplaning can occur when you drive through water or slush. If you experience hydroplaning you should: Release the accelerator and push in the clutch The definition of a commercial motor vehicle is (3): * A vehicle with a gross weight over 26,001 lbs * A vehicle transporting hazardous materials * A vehicle transporting 16 or more passengers When driving at highway speeds, you should look 12-15 seconds ahead which is: At least a quarter of a mile When driving in heavy traffic you should travel: At a speed consistent with the flow of traffic In the event of an accident, you should remember to do the following (4): * Protect the area * Notify authorities * Stop any bleeding * Keep the victims warm True or False: When accelerating, you should speed up smoothly, gradually and avoid jerking. True Why should the exhaust system be checked: A leaking exhaust system can allow poisonous fumes into the cab True or False: The weight of the cargo changes a truck's height True When is the road likely to be more slippery? After it has been raining lightly for 30 minutes When making a left hand turn, you should always: Wait until you reach the center of the intersection before you turn Where should you place warning devices if you must stop on the shoulder of the road (3)? * Within ten feet of the front or rear corners * About 100 feet behind our vehicle * In front of our vehicle

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