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Because the air gets old and needs to be replaced
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Because compressed air contains some water and the water collects in the tanks
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To allow for a change in pressure
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Maine CDL Permit Test - Air Brakes
(From the 2020 Maine CDL driver handbook)
| Number of questions: | 25 |
| Passing score: | 20 |
Directions:
This endorsement is required for driving a vehicle with air brakes. To receive this endorsement, applicants must pass a written test. The test consists of 25 multiple choice questions. Each question has three answer choices. To pass, the applicant must answer at least 20 questions correctly. Test questions come from the Maine Commercial Driver License Manual. Questions come from the chapter covering: Air Brakes. The Air Brakes endorsement may be used with the Class A, B or C CDL.
Passing grade —
5 or fewer errors
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1.
Why should you regularly drain the air tanks?
2.
Using the brakes creates heat. If too much heat is produced:
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The brakes may not work.
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The brakes may squeak more than usual.
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The brakes will brake unevenly.
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3.
Friction in an S-cam brake is caused when the brake shoes and linings:
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Press against the outside of the brake drum.
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Press against the inside of the brake drum.
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Push against each other.
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4.
If the spring brakes are on, you should:
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Not use the brake pedal.
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Press the accelerator.
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Move the steering wheel.
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5.
What helps prevent wheel lockup when braking?
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An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
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Air brakes
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An alternator
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6.
How much distance will an air brake-equipped vehicle need to come to a complete stop if it is traveling at 55 mph under ideal driving conditions?
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300 feet
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100 feet
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450 feet
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