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Go!When you drive a tractor-trailer combination with ABS, you should brake as you always have. In other words:
- As you slow down, monitor your tractor and trailer and back off the brakes (if it is safe to do so) to stay in control.
- Use only the braking force necessary to stop safely and stay in control.
- All these are correct
- Brake the same way, regardless of whether you have ABS on the tractor, the trailer or both.
When you drive a tractor-trailer combination with ABS, you should brake as you always have. In other words:
- Use only the braking force necessary to stop safely and stay in control.
- Brake the same way, regardless of whether you have ABS on the tractor, the trailer or both.
- As you slow down, monitor your tractor and trailer and back off the brakes (if it is safe to do so) to stay in control.
How much more quickly can you stop with ABS?
- About 25% shorter stopping distance
- About 20% shorter stopping distance when loaded, 25% when empty
- About 10% shorter stopping distance
- ABS will not necessarily shorten the stopping distance. ABS will help maintain vehicle control, but not always shorten the stopping distance.
Which of the following is NOT true about recording a yard move in your ELD?
- A yard move does not count against your 11-hour clock because it is not applied to driving time
- Do not attempt a yard move when you are needing to complete an off-duty break. The yard move may mess up your ability to reset your clock when you expected
- The yard move feature in the ELD will show up as off duty time
- A yard move counts against your 14-hour clock and your 70-hour clock
In cargo securement, a wedge is defined as:
- A tapered piece of material, thick at one end and thin at the other, used to help keep cargo from moving.
- A rail along the side of a vehicle that protects the side of the vehicle from impacts.
- A short piece of material, usually wood, nailed to the deck to reinforce blocking.
- The depression formed between two cylindrical articles when they are laid with their eyes horizontal and parallel against each other.
Wedge:
A tapered piece of material, thick at one end and thin at the other, used to help keep cargo from moving.
Which of the following is true about having ABS on only the tractor, only on the trailer, or only on one axle?
- Having ABS on only the tractor, only the trailer, or even on only one axle still gives you more control over the vehicle during braking, but greatly increases your chances of jackknifing on slick roads if you don't use stab braking
- Having ABS on only the tractor, only the trailer, or even on only one axle does almost no good whatsoever. You should brake as if you do not have ABS at all.
- Having ABS on only the tractor, only the trailer, or even on only one axle gives you less control over the vehicle during braking than without any ABS at all. Brake more cautiously than without ABS.
- Having ABS on only the tractor, only the trailer, or even on only one axle still gives you more control over the vehicle during braking. Brake normally.
What are Glad Hands?
- Connections on the mounts used to secure the fuel tanks to the frame
- Rubber seals that prevent oil leakage from the oil filter
- Black seals used to prevent air leakage when connecting the tire stem to the rim
- Coupling devices used to connect the service and emergency air lines from the truck or tractor to the trailer
What must you do with a placarded vehicle each time you stop?
- Fuel the vehicle
- Check in with federal emergency response personnel
- Open the pressure relief valve
- Check the tires
Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Check placarded vehicles with dual tires at the start of each trip and when you park. You must check the tires each time you stop. The only acceptable way to check tire pressure is to use a tire pressure gauge.
In cargo securement, what is a 'cleat' defined as?
- Part of the structure, fitting, or attachment on a vehicle or cargo to which a tiedown is attached.
- A short piece of material, usually wood, nailed to the deck to reinforce blocking.
- A tapered piece of material, thick at one end and thin at the other.
- A tapered or wedge-shaped piece used to secure round articles against rolling.
Cleat:
A short piece of material, usually wood, nailed to the deck to reinforce blocking.
Which of the following describes a dual air brake system?
- The first system is called the “primary” system. The other is called the “secondary” system.
- All these are correct
- One system typically operates the regular brakes on the rear axle or axles. The other system operates the regular brakes on the front axle (and possibly one rear axle). Both systems supply air to the trailer (if there is one).
- A dual air brake system has two separate air brake systems, which use a single set of brake controls. Each system has its own air tanks, hoses, lines, etc
CDL Manual Sections To Choose From:
- Introduction
- Driving Safely
- Transporting Cargo Safely
- Transporting Passengers Safely
- Air Brakes
- Combination Vehicles
- Doubles and Triples
- Tank Vehicles
- Hazardous Materials
- School Bus
- Vehicle Inspection
- Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test
- On-Road Driving
- Logbook
- Weight And Balance
- Flatbed Cargo Securement
- New York State Coil Endorsement
CDL Practice Tests
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The Class A CDL permit exam consists of a multiple choice test covering 20 different areas related to commercial driving. To prepare for this test, it is important to do practice tests beforehand. Knowing your personal study habits, getting enough rest, and eating a healthy breakfast will also set you up for success.
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- Practice Makes Perfect: The best way to both mentally and physically prepare for the written exam is to take practice tests. Start out with open-book tests and gradually work your way up to giving yourself a time limit. Finally, before the big day, take a practice exam as if it were the real thing without any help. This will give you a good indication of how well you understand the material.
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