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Which statement about reversing a large truck is correct?
Correct answer: It is best to avoid reversing whenever you have another option.
Answer options
- AReversing toward the passenger side is safer than reversing toward the driver's side
- BIt is best to avoid reversing whenever you have another option Correct
- CA helper should stay out of your view and guide you only by calling out directions
Why
A large vehicle has big blind spots behind it, so plan where you park and stop so that you can pull forward instead of backing. If you must reverse, curve toward the driver's side where you can see best, and use a helper who stays in view and gives hand signals you agreed on beforehand.
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Topic: CDL general knowledge License: CDL
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