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GKPT2 Flashcards

1
Q

What is counter steering?

A

Turning the wheel in the opposite direction. After steering to avoid a traffic accident.

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2
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You are driving on a straight,level highway at 50mph. There are no vehicles in front of you . Suddenly a tire blows out on your vehicle. What should you do?

A

Stay off the break until the vehicle slows down on its own.

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3
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What is the I.P.D.E method of driving?

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Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute.

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4
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True statement about mirrors???

A

There are blind spots that your mirror can not show you.

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5
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No matter how small the cargo is, it should have at least:

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Two tie downs.

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6
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You have left the road in an emergency condition, and it is impossible for you to come to a stop prior to returning to the road. What is the best action to take?

A

Reduce your speed to 20mph or less before returning to the road. (Avoid using breaks.)

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7
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Tie downs must be of the proper type and strength. The combined strength of the cargo tie downs must be strong enough to lift.

A

One and a half times, the weight of the cargo tied down.

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8
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Your brakes can get wet when you drive through heavy rain. What can this cause when the brakes are applied?

A

Wheel lockup, trailer jack knife, lack of breaking power.

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9
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How far should a driver look ahead of the vehicle while driving?

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12-15 seconds.

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10
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Three statements about speed management.

A

On a wet road, you should reduce speed by about 1/3.

On packed snow, you should reduce your speed by about 1/2.

When the road is slippery, it will take longer to stop, and it will be harder to turn without skidding.

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11
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You are driving a new truck with a manual transmission. What gear will you like you probably have tonuse to take a long down hill grade?

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A lower gear than you would use to climb the hill.

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12
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Which of these is a good rule to follow when using a fire extinguisher?

A

Ain’t at the base of the fire.

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13
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Too much weight on the steering axle can cause ?

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Hard steering, damage to the steering axle, and damage to the tires.

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14
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Cover the break means?

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To have your foot over the breaker and ready to push it if necessary.

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15
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What is a true statement about drugs?

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The use of drugs can lead to accidents and/or arrest.

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16
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To prevent shifting, there should be at least one tie down for every ______ feet of cargo

A

10.

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17
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Where or when should you test the stopping action of your service brakes?

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When the vehicle is moving at about 5mph.

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18
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You are driving a heavy vehicle and must wxit a highway using an off-ramp that curves downhill. You should?

A

Slow down to a safe speed before the turn.

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19
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When should you wear a seat belt?

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Any time you are in a moving vehicle .

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20
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On what kind of fire can you use an ABC fire extinguisher

A

All fires.

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21
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Some traffic emergencies may require you to leave the road what is a good thing to remeber?

A

If you mist leave the road, try to get all wheels off if the pavement or atheist one side of the vehicles tires off the road.

22
Q

Dry bulk takes require special care because:

A

They have a high center of gravity, The load can shift .

23
Q

What would you use to put out a gasoline fire?

A

Dirt.

24
Q

Some liquid tanks are divided into several smaller tanks by:

A

Bulkheads.

25
Q

When driving a commercial vehicle with a height over 13 feet you should:

A

If you aren’t sure about the clearance, stop and make sure.

26
Q

You must inspect your cargo?

A

Before starting, every 3 hours or 150 miles, after every break.

27
Q

Cargo covers?

A

Protect people from spilled cargo, protect cargo from weather and may be required by law.

28
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What is a good rule to follow when driving at night?

A

Keep your speed slow enough to stop within range of your headlights.

29
Q

Stab braking involves.

A

Involves locking the wheels.

30
Q

Your vehicle has hydraulic brakes. While traveling on a level road, you press the brake pedal and find that it goes to the floor. What should you do?

A

Pump the brake pedal it may bring the pressure up so you can stop the vehicle.

31
Q

You are driving a heavy vehicle with a manual transmission. You must stop the vehicle on the shoulder while driving on an upgrade. What is a good rule to follow when putting it back in motion?

A

Use the parking brake to hold the vehicle until the clutch engages.

32
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If you are being tailgated, you should.

A

Increase the space in front of you.

33
Q

You are checking your wheels and rims for a pre-trip inspection. What is a true statement

A

Rust around wheel nuts may mean that they are loose.

34
Q

If you are confronted by an aggressive driver, what should you do?

A

Avoid eye contact, call the police from your cellphone if you can do it safely, ignore rude gestures, and refuse to react negatively.

35
Q

What is a common cause of tire fires?

A

Underinflated tires.

36
Q

Do empty trucks have the best brakes

A

No

37
Q

How far should you look while driving?

A

12 to 15 seconds.

38
Q

What should you NOT do if you experience a tire failure?

A

Brake hard and immediately.

39
Q

What might happen if you swing wide to the left before you turn right?

A

Someone might try to pass you on your right.

40
Q

What will help someone who is drunk sober up?

A

Time.

41
Q

Total stopping distance equals.

A

Perception distance + reaction distance + braking distance.

42
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Convex mirros

A

Show a wider area than flat mirrors.

43
Q

Containerized loads

A

Are typically used for freight carried partway by rail or ship.

44
Q

How many reflective triangles should you carry

A

3

45
Q

How’s does bleeding tar affect the road surface and driving conditions.

A

Tar rises to the road surface in very hot weather, causing the roads to become very slippery.

46
Q

Dry bulk tanks and hanging meat

A

Are unstable.

47
Q

A GPS device

A

Should be designed for truck navigation.

48
Q

A major cause of fatal crashes is?

A

Driving to fast for road conditions.

49
Q

How do you correct a rear wheel acceleration skid

A

Stop accelerating

50
Q

You don’t want to be a distracted driver ,so you.

A

Avoid using your cell phone until you reach your destination.

Charles & Chances' CDL Study Group (21 decks)

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