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General Knowledge 8



True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

You look for hazards on the road in order to have time to plan a way out of any driving emergency that results from the hazard.
 

 2. 

A driver must adjust the speed of the vehicle to keep the stopping distance within the driver’s sight distance.
 

 3. 

In some states, tire chains are required for driving under certain winter conditions.
 

 4. 

When driving a truck in hot weather, check tires every 2 hours or 100 miles.
 

 5. 

You should decrease your following distance if someone is following you too closely.
 

 6. 

When taking a curved downhill exit ramp slow down before the curve.
 

 7. 

A slow moving vehicle may be marked by a red triangle with an orange center.
 

 8. 

In an emergency you can always stop quicker than you can turn.
 

 9. 

If you have to leave the road onto the shoulder in a driving emergency, avoid braking until your speed is under 50 mph.
 

 10. 

Controlled braking is used to keep the vehicle in a straight line.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 11. 

Which of the following are REQUIRED emergency equipment on a vehicle?
a.
First-aid kit, tool kit, flairs.
c.
Flashlight, warning devices, spare electrical fuses.
b.
First-aid kit, flashlight, fire extinguisher.
d.
Fire extinguisher, warning devices, spare electrical fuses.
 

 12. 

When a driver starts out on an uphill grade, the ______________ should be used to keep the vehicle from rolling back.
a.
Tire lock.
c.
Parking brake.
b.
Roll bar.
d.
Wheel chock.
 

 13. 

Which of the following is true about backing?
a.
Backing is always dangerous.
c.
Always use a helper when backing.
b.
Backing should always be done towards the driver’s side if possible.
d.
All of the above.
 

 14. 

Drivers should keep both hands on the wheel when driving.  Where should hands be placed?
a.
Both hands at the top of the wheel.
c.
Each hand on the opposite side of the wheel.
b.
Both hands at the bottom of the wheel.
d.
Only use one hand when driving.
 

 15. 

What are some uses of vehicle mirrors?
a.
Keeping track of other vehicles in traffic.
c.
Making sure there is space for turns and merging.
b.
Checking your own vehicle’s tires.
d.
All of the above.
 

 16. 

Which of the following gauges can be used to help with shifting and double clutching?
a.
Tachometer.
c.
Voltmeter.
b.
Thermometer.
d.
None of the above.
 

 17. 

When should an automatic transmission can be downshifted into the low range to slow the vehicle.
a.
In extreme heat.
c.
When fuel is low.
b.
When going down grades.
d.
In snow or rain.
 

 18. 

What are the two purposes of retarders?
a.
Slow the vehicle and reduce brake wear.
c.
Shut off the engine and slow the vehicle.
b.
Stop a skid and slow the vehicle.
d.
Reduce tire wear and reduce brake wear.
 

 19. 

Headlights should be on whenever ___________________.
a.
Other vehicles are approaching.
c.
You back up.
b.
You are parked for a meal.
d.
Visibility is reduced.
 

 20. 

Which of the following is a good rule to follow when you pass another vehicle, a pedestrian or a bicyclist?
a.
Tap your horn lightly.
c.
Drive carefully enough to avoid a crash.
b.
Assume the other driver does not see you.
d.
All of the above.
 



 
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