General Knowledge Sample Test N
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General Knowledge Sample Test N

1. The following statements about an engine overheating are TRUE EXCEPT:
A Antifreeze is only used in colder temperatures
B You should never remove the radiator cap to allow heat to escape the radiator
C It is not advisable to drive without radiator fluid
D Never leave the engine running if it is overheating

2. When going down a hill you should always:
A Use higher gears when you have a heavy load
B Allow the brakes to heat up for better stopping power
C Be in the right gear before starting down the hill
D Put heavy pressure on the brakes to allow the drums to cool

3. The best time to test your parking brake is:
A When the vehicle is parked
B When the vehicle is going down a hill
C When the vehicle is moving slowly
D When the vehicle is traveling on the highway

4. The following are all probable signs of a tire blowout EXCEPT:
A A loud bang
B Vibration of the vehicle
C The smell of smoke
D A thumping sound

5. In the event of a tire failure you should:
A Stay off the brake and hold the steering wheel firmly
B Pump the brakes until you come to a stop
C Accelerate quickly until you find a place to pull over
D Disengage the clutch so you are in neutral gear

6. Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?:
A Pump the brake pedal
B Downshift
C Put the gears in neutral
D Look for an escape ramp or an escape route

7. To correct a drive wheel acceleration skid you should:
A Stop accelerating and push in the clutch
B Downshift
C Pump the brake
D Accelerate quickly

8. To correct a drive-wheel braking skid you should:
A Pump the brake
B Steer in the opposite direction
C Release the brake and steer/counter-steer
D Accelerate quickly!

9. A front wheel skid is usually caused by:
A Driving too fast for conditions
B Lack of tread on the front tires
C Cargo improperly loaded
D All of the above

10. In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:
A Move the victims out of the way immediately
B Protect the area
C Notify authorities
D Stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm


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