GKPT4 Flashcards
You must park on the side of a level, straight, four lane ,divided highway. Where should you place.your three reflective triangles
10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle.
A stale green light means?
The light has been green for quite a while.
A vehicle is loaded with most of the weight on the steering axle. What may result.
Hard steering and possible breakdown.
When approaching a curve , you should:
Downshift before entering the curve and accelerate slightly as you go through it.
Should the pre-trip inspection report from the last driver be reviewed during your pre-trip inspection.
Yes
The load means the following?
The maximum safe weight a tire can carry at a specified pressure.
On average, the total stopping distance with air brakes is?
Approximately 450 feet.
To correct a rear wheel or drive wheel braking skid ,you should?
Release the brakes and counter steer.
Which of the following is not something you should check during a trip?
Text messages.
What is not part of the basic method for shifting up?
Accelerating while pressing the clutch and turning toward the driver side.
You should put the starter switch key into your pocket while you perform the pre-trip inspection because.
Someone could start and move the truck.
What is the best way to figure out how many seconds of following distance you have?
Wait until the vehicle ahead of your passes a shadow or landmark. Then count the seconds until you reach it.
Signs of distracted drivers include
Drivers having conversations with passengers.
The most important hand signal that you and a helper should agree on is ?
Stop.
If you have been drinking alcohol, before you drive, you should?
Wait for it to wear off.
Blocking the cargo to keep it from shifting must be done.
At the front , back , and/or sides of a piece of cargo.
Every time you park your vehicle and shut the engine off , you should.
Apply the parking brake.
If you are being tailgated, you should
Increase your following distance.
How long does it take a typical tractor-trailer to clear a single railroad track? A double railroad track?
It takes 14 seconds to clear a single track and more than 15 seconds to clear a double track.
How can you test the parking brake.
Set the parking brake and pull forward gently.
To safety, adjust your speed to current driving c9nditions. What should you look ahead for?
Traffic and road conditions?
What are some advantages to going right instead of left around an obstacle?
You can avoid a head-on collision, someone may be passing to the left.
The best drivers are those who watch and prepare for hazards. This is called being?
Defensive
Is it safe to add coolant to a coolant recover tank or coolant overflow tank while the engine is at operating temperature?
Yes, as long as the engine isn’t over heated.
Name some important steering system parts.
Tie rod, spindle, and pitman arm.
If you need to leave the road in a traffic emergency, you should
Avoid braking until your speed has decreased to about 20mph.
Under federal regulations, if a vehicle is carrying a load that is more than 2 feet wide and extends more than 4 feet beyond the rear of the vehicle ____ must be placed at the extreme end of the load.
2 red flags.
When driving 9n grades, which of these is the best choice for a safe speed?
Based on your vehicle and its cargo, select a speed that is safe within the posted limit.
When approaching a traffic light that has been green for a long time, you should.
Start to slow downsp you will be ready to stop.
What is the first thing you should try to do if your brakes fail while driving downhill?
Get off the road as soon as possible.
What is the definition of “sleep debt?”
The cumulative effect of not getting enough sleep.
What is not checked on a pre-trip inspection.
Amount of feel in the vehicle.
You should check the following for looseness, sticking, damage, or improper settings.
Accelerator, brakes, clutch pedals, steering wheel, and transmission.
What is/are the important reason(s) for doing a vehicle inspection?
A vehicle defect that is found during inspection and corrected can prevent problems later.
Federal and state regulations require you to inspect your vehicle.
You should schedule your driving.
For the hours you are normally awake.
Which of these is NOT a proper use of vehicle lights?
Flashing your brake lights to stop someone from tailgating.
Which of these statements about drinking alcohol is true.
A few beers have the same effect on driving as a few shots of whisky.
Which of these statements about using turn signals is true
When turning , you should signal early.
If an automatic transmission is forced into a lower gear while driving, what is affected on a downgrade.
Steering.
Over length, over width, and overweight loads require:
Special transit permits, driving limited to certain times, flashing lights.
When roads are slippery, you should:
Make turns as gently as possible.
What is not a danger when an automatic transmission is forced into a lower gear at a high speed?
Loss of steering control.
What are the proper collision procedures that are required for any collision in which you are involved
Care for the injured and collect required information.
Protect the area and notify the authorities.
The Commercial Drivers handbook suggests several things to do when you pass a vehicle. What isn’t one
Constantly blow your horse while passing a vehicle.
Whats is a true statement about managing space to the sides is true?
You should avoid traveling next to others whenever possible.
What is a true statement about backing?
You should back and turn towards the driver’s side whenever possible.
Backing is always dangerous
What is black ice?
A th8ng layer of ice clear enough that you can see the road underneath it.
You should try to park your vehicle so that
You can pull forward when you leave.
What checks should you perform on the steering gear box?
The steering box should not be missing any nuts, bolts, or cotter keys.
