1 . Using the trailer hand brake while experiencing a trailer jackknife will:

Stop the skid.
Straighten the trailer.
Increase traction.
Continue the skid.

2 . What happens when the wheels of a trailer lock up?

The trailer will usually continue to move in a straight line.
The trailer will disengage.
The trailer will likely swing around.
The trailer will stop.

3 . In a vehicle equipped with an automatic tractor protection valve, the valve will pop out when:

Air pressure drops to a level between 20 and 45 psi.
You are experiencing a trailer jackknife.
Wheels have regained traction after a skid.
Air pressure is above 45 psi.

4 . Rollovers happen when drivers:

Turn too quickly.
Do not driving fast enough.
Pay attention to the road.
Drive illegally.

5 . An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS):

Allows wheels to lock up.
Prevents wheels from locking up.
Makes it easier to turn a large vehicle.
Assists with the operation of brake lights.

6 . A tractor protection valve is:

A device that keeps air in the tractor or truck brake system, should the trailer break away or develop a bad leak.
A device that prevents theft.
A device that controls fuel levels.
A device that allows the battery to recharge efficiently.

7 . After connecting the air lines to the trailer while coupling, you should:

Supply air to the trailer.
Chock the wheels.
Inspect the fifth wheel.
Connect the electrical cord.

8 . If a trailer is too high:

It will not make a difference when coupling.
It may not couple correctly.
Coupling will be more secure.
Coupling will be easier.

9 . In a combination rig, it is best to make:

Quick, sudden stops.
Sharp turns.
Quick accelerations.
Slow, planned stops.

10 . A shut-off valve:

Is located on the front of a trailer.
Is located on the instrument panel.
Prevents air from escaping an air brake system.
Should always be open.

11 . One way to prevent a rollover is to:

Move cargo to the left side of the rig.
Keep cargo centered on the rig.
Move cargo to the right side of the rig.
Keep cargo as far from the ground as possible.
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12 . ____ are the cause of more than half of all accident-related truck driver deaths.

Truck rollovers
Motorcycles
Slippery roads
Pedestrians

13 . Test the tractor protection valve by:

Removing the air supply knob.
Removing the parking brake control knob.
Releasing air with the brake pedal.
Releasing air with the gas pedal.

14 . Failure to keep the fifth wheel plate properly greased could:

Cause the trailer to disconnect.
Cause steering problems.
Cause braking problems.
Affect the lights.

15 . When a combination vehicle goes around a corner:

The turn should be made as tightly as possible.
The front and rear wheels move in different paths.
The rear wheels should run over the curb.
It is acceptable for street signs to be knocked over if they are too close to the road.

16 . When driving a trailer with ABS, you should:

Not depress the brakes as much as you would when driving a vehicle without ABS.
Use extra braking force to ensure the ABS kicks in.
Brake as you would when driving a vehicle without ABS.
Try to not brakes as often as you would when driving a vehicle without ABS.

17 . If a trailer begins to skid, the driver should:

Lock the brakes.
Release the brakes.
Steer in the opposite direction.
Accelerate.

18 . When entering or crossing traffic while driving a combination vehicle, it is especially important that you:

Sound your horn.
Make sure there is a large enough gap for your vehicle.
Expect other drivers to make room for your vehicle.
Let other drivers wave you into their lane.

19 . The trailer hand valve:

Should always be used for parking.
Should only be used for parking on a downhill.
Should never be used for parking.
Should only be used when transporting cargo.

20 . One function of the emergency air line is to:

Control the emergency brakes.
Flash when air pressure is below a certain psi.
Allow for quick turning.
Control the ability to maneuver during bad weather conditions.