Take New York CDL Class B Knowledge Test 2

QUESTION 1 / 25

Skids caused by acceleration can usually be resolved by:

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ASpeeding up.✓BTaking your foot off the accelerator.✓CComing to a complete stop.✓DSwitching into a higher gear.✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

An air brake-equipped vehicle traveling at a speed of 55 mph under ideal driving conditions will need approximately ____ to come to a complete stop.

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A100 feet✓B250 feet✓C300 feet✓D450 feet✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

The parking brake should be:

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AUsed whenever you park your vehicle.✓BUsed while driving.✓CSet when driving in bad weather.✓DRemoved.✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

It is illegal to operate a CMV with a minimum blood alcohol content (BAC) of:

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A0.01 percent.✓B0.02 percent.✓C0.04 percent.✓D0.08 percent.✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

A driver should stop after a short distance after changing a tire to:

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AEnsure that the wheel nuts are tight on the newly-changed tire.✓BEnsure that there is still enough air pressure in the tire.✓CEnsure that the correct tire was changed.✓DEnsure that changing one tire did not damage another tire.✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

The air compressor governor controls:

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AWhen the air compressor pumps air into the air storage tanks.✓BHow fast air is pumped into the air storage tanks.✓CThe temperature of air pumped into the air storage tanks.✓DThe speed of the vehicle.✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

What is the maximum fine for driving a CMV without a CDL?

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A$25✓B$50✓C$150✓D$300✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

What do anti-lock brakes do?

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AHelp a driver avoid wheel lockup✓BLock up the front wheels✓CPrevent a vehicle from accelerating while traveling uphill✓DPrevent a vehicle from accelerating while traveling downhill✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Header boards:

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AShould never be used.✓BProtect the driver from being hit by cargo.✓CProtect the driver's head when entering the cab of a truck.✓DProvide extra storage.✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

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

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AIncrease your speed.✓BDecrease your speed.✓CDrive on the shoulder.✓DDrive with your windows down.✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

Vehicles with dual air brake systems:

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AMaintain full-capacity air pressure in the braking systems even when the vehicle is not running.✓BMaintain some air pressure in the braking systems when the vehicle is not running.✓CMust be run to build enough air pressure to brakes to operate properly.✓DDo not need time to build air pressure before a trip.✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

While driving, you should:

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ADevelop plans to get out of any dangerous situation that could arise.✓BEnjoy the scenery.✓CNever look at the mirrors.✓DFocus on your own driving and not worry about other drivers.✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

When making a tight maneuver, you should:

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ANot use your mirrors, as they can be distracting.✓BUse your mirrors, but not too frequently.✓CUse your mirrors frequently.✓DRely only on your mirrors.✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

When driving in fog, you should:

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AUse the windshield wipers.✓BUse the low beam lights.✓CUse the high beam lights.✓DUse the heater.✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

The emergency brake system uses:

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AOnly parts of the parking brake system.✓BOnly parts of the service brake system.✓CParts of both the parking and service brake systems.✓DOnly parts unique to the emergency brake system.✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

If speaking on the phone while driving, using a hands-free device is:

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ARecommended.✓BEncouraged.✓CRequired by law.✓DMore difficult than using a regular device.✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Hydroplaning:

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AOnly occurs at extremely high speeds.✓BCan occur at speeds as slow as 30 mph.✓CHappens most frequently when tire pressure is too high.✓DHappens most frequently when tires have good tread.✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

If driving a truck that requires a CDL for operation:

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AYou do not need to wear a seat belt.✓BYou are required to wear a seat belt, but only if transporting more than 500 pounds of cargo.✓CYou are always required to wear a seat belt.✓DYou are only required to wear a seat belt when driving a tank trailer.✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

What color are ABS malfunction lamps?

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AOrange✓BYellow✓CGreen✓DBlue✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Where is the safety relief valve usually located?

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ANear the rear brake✓BNear the front brake✓CIn an air tank✓DOn the dashboard✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

If braking at a speed of 55 mph while driving on dry pavement, the brake lag can add ____ to your vehicle's total stopping distance.

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A32 feet✓B15 feet✓C50 feet✓D10 feet✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

When testing a parking brake, the vehicle should:

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ANot be running.✓BBe placed in a low gear while the driver attempts to pull forward.✓CBe inspected by a professional mechanic.✓DBe driven while the parking brake is applied.✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

What does an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) do?

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AAllow the rear wheels to lock up✓BAllow all wheels to lock up✓CHelp prevent wheel lockup✓DAlert other motorists when you are braking✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

During an applied leakage test, the maximum leakage rate for a single vehicle with air brakes is:

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A3 psi in one minute.✓B6 psi in one minute.✓C8 psi in one minute.✓D4 psi in one minute.✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

If feeling tired and frequently yawning, you should:

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APress on and continue driving.✓BGet some coffee.✓CDrive faster.✓DPull over and take a nap.✓