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CDL General Knowledge Questions with Correct and Verified Answers When you are in a 60 foot vehicle, how much space should you maintain in front of you at highway speeds? Correct Answer-Seven secon... ds What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving? Correct Answer-Pull off the road and park in an open area The best way to put out a fire is to: Correct Answer-Stand upwind and spray the base of the fire What are some causes of vehicle fires (3): Correct Answer-* Spilled fuel * Short circuits * Driver smoking Safe drivers must maintain space around their vehicles for the following reasons (3): Correct Answer-* 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: Correct Answer-Release the accelerator and push in the clutch When making a right hand turn, you should always: Correct Answer-Keep the rear of your vehicle close to the curb A front wheel skid is usually caused by (3): Correct Answer-* Driving too fast for conditions * Lack of tread on the front tires * Cargo improperly loadedDriving at night is more dangerous because of the following (3): Correct Answer-* 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)? Correct Answer-* 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: Correct Answer-Slow the vehicle down without using brakes When should tires be replaced (3)? Correct Answer-* 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: Correct Answer-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? Correct Answer-Look for an escape ramp or an escape route The definition of a commercial motor vehicle is (3): Correct Answer-* 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: Correct Answer-At least a quarter of a mile When driving in heavy traffic you should travel: Correct Answer-At a speed consistent with the flow of trafficIn the event of an accident, you should remember to do the following (4): Correct Answer-* 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. Correct Answer-True Why should the exhaust system be checked: Correct Answer-A leaking exhaust system can allow poisonous fumes into the cab [Show More]

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