Once you know your current axle weights and the percentage of fuel weight that goes on the drive axles, you can use this formula to calculate the amount of fuel you can take on:
We know that 25% of the weight of fuel will go to the drive axles and you have 200 pounds you can add to the weight of the drive axles and remain legal. So plugging these numbers into the formula, you get:
200/25 = 8
8x100 = 800
800/8 = 100 gallons of fuel you can add
A combination of securing devices which form an assembly that attaches cargo to, or restrains cargo on, a vehicle or trailer, and is attached to anchor point(s).
The summation of the working load limits or restraining capacity of all devices used to secure an article on a vehicle.
The maximum load that may be applied to a component of a cargo securement system during normal service, usually assigned by the manufacturer of the component.
The maximum weight of a load of rocks that a securement device can withstand.
The Effect of Speed on Stopping Distance. The faster you drive, the greater the impact or striking power of your vehicle. When you double your speed from 20 to 40 mph, the impact is four times greater. The braking distance is also four times longer.
Think about that for a minute. If you double the speed, you quadruple the stopping distance! That's huge. If you triple your speed, your stopping distance is nine times as long! Slow down, be safe.
Which of the following is true about brake adjustment?
Brake fade is affected by the adjustment of the brakes
To safely control a vehicle, every brake must do its share of the work
Brakes out of adjustment will stop doing their share before those that are in adjustment. The other brakes can then overheat and fade, and there will not be enough braking available to control the vehicle.
Brake fade is also affected by the adjustment. To safely control a vehicle, every brake must do its share of the work. Brakes out of adjustment will stop doing their share before those that are in adjustment. The other brakes can then overheat and fade, and there will not be enough braking available to control the vehicle. Brakes can get out of adjustment quickly, especially when they are used a lot; brake linings wear faster when they are hot. Therefore, brake adjustment must be checked frequently.
It is a cover designed to protect people from spilled cargo and to protect the cargo from weather.
It is used to prevent the movement of cargo. It goes from the upper part of the cargo to the floor and/or walls of the cargo compartment.
It is used in the front, back and/or sides of a piece of cargo to keep it from sliding. It is shaped to fit snugly against cargo. It is secured to the cargo deck to prevent cargo movement.
It is a solid steel wall built into the front of a flatbed trailer designed to protect you from your cargo in case of a crash or emergency stop.
Bracing is also used to prevent the movement of cargo. Bracing goes from the upper part of the cargo to the floor and/or walls of the cargo compartment.
Using 7 miles per gallon as your fuel mileage and 8 pounds per gallon for the weight of fuel, how much total fuel weight will you burn off in 210 miles?
If unsure of the exact location of the center of gravity of your cargo, where would you rather have the center of gravity located if you couldn't get it centered?
If unsure of the exact location of the center of gravity of your cargo, you'd rather have the load a little closer to the front than to the rear. You can slide the trailer tandems forward as far as you would like to compensate for too much weight on the nose of the trailer, but the kingpin to trailer tandem length limitations will prevent you from going too far back with your trailer tandems.
A lot of times you'll be loading mixed cargo which will make it quite difficult to determine the exact center of gravity of the load. So when you're making your best guess, try to make sure it's a little forward of the center point between the drive axles and trailer tandems. That will give you the best chance of being able to adjust the trailer tandems so that the load will be legal.
Our CDL practice tests are designed to help test your knowledge of the CDL Manual and sharpen your skills for taking the CDL permit and endorsement exams. They are not designed to teach you the knowledge necessary to pass the exams. Please do not try to memorize CDL practice tests in order to get your CDL. There's a better way.
Our High Road CDL Training Program is by far the easiest and most effective way to learn the materials necessary for passing your written CDL exams and preparing for a great start to your career. We strongly suggest using the High Road (which is 100% free!) to learn the CDL manual before using our CDL practice questions to test your knowledge.
How to Pass CDL Permit Test the First Time
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.
Tips For Passing the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Permit Test
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.
Understand Instead of Memorize: Memorizing information can be helpful for the written exam, but the key to being fully prepared is to understand the material rather than just memorizing it. Understanding the material will allow you to answer questions correctly no matter how they are worded.
Real World Applications: When struggling to understand concepts, create real-world scenarios to make the information more relevant to your life. Doing this will make it easier to remember come test time.
Utilize Study Strategies: Utilizing study strategies such as flashcards, songs, rhymes, and phrases can help you remember the material.
Be Fresh and Alert: The night before the exam, get a good night's sleep and eat a filling breakfast on the morning of the exam. This will ensure you are fresh and alert to take your exam.
Begin Early and Space out Your Studying: It is important to give yourself ample time before the exam to get familiar with the material and get your mind ready for the big day. Consider taking a training course online or in-person, if it's required. Shop around for a course that works best for you.
By following these tips, you will be well prepared for your written CDL exam and on your way to a successful career.