CDL Section 3 Review Practice Test.
1. What four things related to cargo are drivers responsible for? - CORRECT ANSWER Whether or not you load and secure the cargo yourself, you are responsible for:
1. Inspecting your cargo.
2. Recognizing overloads and poorly balanced weight.
2. K...
1. What four things related to cargo are drivers responsible for? - CORRECT ANSWER Whether or not
you load and secure the cargo yourself, you are responsible for:
1. Inspecting your cargo.
2. Recognizing overloads and poorly balanced weight.
2. Knowing your cargo is properly secured and does not obscure your view ahead or to the sides.
4. Knowing your cargo does not restrict your access to emergency equipment.
2. How often must you stop while on the road to check your cargo? - CORRECT ANSWER Inspect the
cargo and its securing devices again within the first 50 miles after beginning a trip.
Re-check the cargo and securing devices as often as necessary during a trip to keep the load secure. You
need to inspect again: After you have driven for 3 hours or 150 miles. After every break you take during
driving.
3. How is Gross Combination Weight Rating different from Gross Combination Weight? - CORRECT
ANSWER GCW is total weight. GCWR is total weight specified by manufacturer.
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). The total weight of a single vehicle plus its load.
Gross Combination Weight (GCW). The total weight of a powered unit, plus trailer(s), plus the cargo.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The maximum GVW specified by the manufacturer for a single
vehicle plus its load.
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