General Knowledge Episode 10

Question 1

Which of these statements about engine overheating is true?

Answer 1

You should never remove the radiator cap on a. Pressurized system until the system is cooled

Question 2

Which of these is the proper signal to change lane?

Answer 2

Signal early and change lane slowly and smoothly

Question 3

If you do not have a CB-radio, what procedure should you follow on an accident scene?

Answer 3

Protect the area

Question 4

You do not have hazardous materials endorsement in your commercial driver’s license. You can drive vehicle hauling hazardous materials when

Answer 4

The vehicle does not require placards

Question 5

What does emergency braking mean?

Answer 5

Responding to a hazard by slowing the vehicle

Question 6

“Drivers manual suggests several things to do when you pass a vehicle. Which of these is NOT one of them?

Answer 6

At night, turn on your high beams before you start to pass and leave them on until you have completely passed the vehicle

Question 7

Some air brake systems use alcohol

Answer 7

To reduce the risk of ice foaming in air brake valves

Question 8

Which of these statements about acceleration is true?

Answer 8

Rough acceleration can cause mechanical damage

Question 9

When inspecting cargo, the driver should ensure all of the following, except

Answer 9

That the cargo is heavier at the top then the bottom

Question 10

Brake fade

Answer 10

Can be caused by the brakes getting very hot

Question 11

Which of these is true about hauling hazardous materials?

Answer 11

Containers should be marked with four-inch diamond-shaped hazard labels

Question 12

What should you do when your vehicle hydroplanes?

Answer 12

Release accelerator

Question 13

Which of these is NOT something you should do if your headlights are not working properly?

Answer 13

Leave on your high beams

Question 14

The total weight of a powered unit, the trailer and the cargo is called?

Answer 14

Gross combination weight

Question 15

After driving over a bridge during the driving skills test, you may be asked to recall

Answer 15

The Posted weight limit

Question 16

To prevent your tires and engine from overheating while you are driving in especially hot weather, you should

Answer 16

Decrease your speed

Question 17

What is the term for a commercial vehicle habit of swinging wide on turns?

Answer 17

Off-Tracking

Question 18

The engine brake effect is greater when engine is _____ governed RPM and the transmission is on a ____ gear

Answer 18

Near, Lower

Question 19

Which of these statements is true?

Answer 19

Many heavy vehicle accidents occur between midnight and 6 a.m.

Question 20

When you are starting to move up a hill from a stop

Answer 20

Release the parking brakes as you apply engine power

Question 21

If you have a road emergency and must must park on shoulder, how soon should you put out your triangles?

Answer 21

Within 10 minutes

Question 22

If another driver is tailgating you, you should

Answer 22

Increase the space in front of your vehicle

Question 23

As the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) goes up, what happens?

Answer 23

Judgement and self control are affected

Question 24

In very hot weather, tires should be checked regularly

Answer 24

Air pressure may increase with the temperature

Question 25

You must drive on a slippery road. Which of these is a good thing to do in such situations?

Answer 25

Slow down gradually

Question 26

Which of these should you NOT do in emergency situation?

Answer 26

It is not important how you brake in an emergency situation

Question 27

When going down a long steep downgrade you should always

Answer 27

Use the braking effect of the engine

Question 28

When a coolant container is part of a pressurized system which of these is true?

Answer 28

You can check the coolant level of a hot engine

Question 29

Which of these is a good thing to remember when crossing or entering traffic with a heavy vehicle?

Answer 29

Heavy vehicles need larger gaps traffic than cars

Question 30

Hydroplaning

Answer 30

Is more likely if tire pressure is low