Arizona General Knowledge Practice Test
This is our Arizona General Knowledge Practice Quiz and Practice Test compiled of 50 questions each. Each question is worth two points for a total of 100 possible points. A passing score is 80%.
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General Knowledge CDL Practice Quiz
Question 1 |
A | before going up a hill and before entering a curve. |
B | before starting down a hill and before going up a hill. |
C | before starting down a hill and before entering a tunnel. |
D | before starting down a hill and before entering a curve. |
Question 2 |
A | A minimum of two. |
B | A minimum of four. |
C | A minimum of one. |
D | A minimum of three. |
Question 3 |
A | Because some liquids expand more than others when they get warm. |
B | Because some of the heaviest liquids don’t need any. |
C | Because it's good to know that information. |
D | Because tank baffles are not always legal with outage. |
Question 4 |
A | two times |
B | half |
C | four times |
D | three times |
Question 5 |
A | Using a helper when backing up. |
B | Using your CB radio or cell phone to inform others. |
C | Using hand signals. |
D | Using turn signals, 4-way flashers, headlights, and the horn. |
Question 6 |
A | dual tires that touch, hot road surfaces |
B | under-inflated tires, dual tires that touch |
C | over-heated brakes, under-inflated tires |
D | poor-quality retreads, under-inflated tires |
Question 7 |
A | All of these are considered a hazard. |
B | Road construction zones. |
C | A stopped transit bus. |
D | Pedestrians and bicyclists. |
Question 8 |
A | All of these things happen. |
B | Judgment and self-control are the first to be affected. |
C | The drinker's brain is increasingly affected. |
D | Muscle control and coordination are affected. |
Question 9 |
A | the kingpin is about 1¼ inches above the fifth wheel. |
B | the end of the kingpin is even with the top of the fifth wheel. |
C | the end of the kingpin is at waist level. |
D | it will be raised slightly when the tractor is backed under it. |
Question 10 |
A | four |
B | two |
C | one |
D | three |
Question 11 |
A | driving too fast for road conditions. |
B | poorly adjusted brakes. |
C | driving too slow for road conditions. |
D | bad tires. |
Question 12 |
A | decreases when the service breaks are hot. |
B | increases when the service brakes are hot. |
C | is not affected by the condition of the service brakes. |
D | depends on the service brakes being in adjustment. |
Question 13 |
A | you release pressure on the brake pedal and speed increases. |
B | there is a slight vibration when you press down on the brake pedal. |
C | the brake pedal feels firm when you apply pressure. |
D | you have to push harder and harder to get the same stopping power on a downgrade. |
Question 14 |
A | the weight of the liquid. |
B | both of these. |
C | the legal weight limits. |
D | neither of these. |
Question 15 |
A | Shorter stopping distance. |
B | It depends on what mood you are in at the time. |
C | Greater stopping distance. |
D | The same amount of stopping distance. |
Question 16 |
A | burning |
B | rubbing |
C | rust |
D | leaks |
Question 17 |
A | eating spicy food in the truck cab |
B | under inflated tires |
C | both loose fuel connections and under inflated tires |
D | loose fuel connections |
Question 18 |
A | Grease fire. |
B | Electrical fire. |
C | Gasoline fire. |
D | None of these fires can be safely extinguished by water. |
Question 19 |
A | the trailer is out of brake adjustment. |
B | the trailer is empty or lightly loaded. |
C | the trailer is being hauled at high speed. |
D | the trailer is fully loaded or very heavy. |
Question 20 |
A | Put your warning devices out within 15 minutes. |
B | Keep your low beam lights on. |
C | Warn other drivers by using your left turn signal lights. |
D | Turn on your 4-way emergency flashers to warn other drivers. |
Question 21 |
A | Load more cargo toward the front of the truck for a full load. |
B | Load cargo weight evenly over all the axles. |
C | Load more weight over the drive axle for better traction. |
D | Load cargo toward the rear of the truck for easier unloading. |
Question 22 |
A | exempt from hazardous materials restrictions. |
B | exempt from height restrictions. |
C | generally used when freight is carried part way by rail or ship. |
D | exempt from weight limit restrictions. |
Question 23 |
A | fishtailing. |
B | offtracking. |
C | slidetracking. |
D | sidetracking. |
Question 24 |
A | testing the trailer brakes after hooking up to a trailer. |
B | there is ice and snow, to prevent skidding. |
C | it is absolutely necessary. |
D | you will be parked for a short time. |
Question 25 |
A | Nothing, because the posted speed limit for the offramp is usually 10 miles per hour below the safe speed limit for the offramp. |
B | Downshift after you are in the curve. |
C | Slow to a safe speed before the curve. |
D | Turn on your four-way flashers as you approach the offramp. |
Question 26 |
A | drink coffee or other caffeine products to help keep you awake. |
B | roll down your window so that the fresh air will help keep you awake. |
C | keep your high beams on at all times. |
D | make sure you are driving slow enough so you can stop within the range of your headlights in case of an emergency. |
Question 27 |
A | it is a federal law. |
B | you want to have time to act before it turns into an emergency. |
C | you want to have a plan to communicate the risk. |
D | you want to avoid doing something all of a sudden. |
Question 28 |
A | to make your vehicle look official. |
B | to warn others of hazardous materials. |
C | to avoid mixing hazmat with food. |
D | to combat terrorism. |
Question 29 |
A | you are driving on hilly, rural roads. |
B | road conditions are excellent. |
C | the road is wet, icy, or snow covered. |
D | you are driving on the freeway. |
Question 30 |
A | turn up the radio. |
B | stop to sleep. |
C | slap yourself in the face three times. |
D | roll down the windows. |
Question 31 |
A | To watch for steering errors. |
B | To direct traffic away from you. |
C | To see the blind spots you can't see. |
D | To prevent others from distracting you. |
Question 32 |
A | One vehicle length for every 10,000 lb. of gross vehicle weight. |
B | More space than is needed for ideal driving conditions. |
C | The same amount of space you would on a dry road. |
D | The same amount of space you would at night. |
Question 33 |
A | require greater stopping distance than full trucks |
B | have the same stopping distance as full trucks |
C | have better traction when stopping than full trucks |
D | need less space ahead than full trucks |
Question 34 |
A | Too many vertical stacks. |
B | Play in the steering wheel of more than five degrees. |
C | Oil on the tie rod. |
D | Play in the steering wheel of more than ten degrees (two inches on a 20-inch steering wheel). |
Question 35 |
A | placard numbers match the seal numbers. |
B | seal is secure. |
C | seal is authentic. |
D | load is properly secured. |
Question 36 |
A | vehicles, traffic signs |
B | truck stops, gas stations |
C | law enforcement officers, detours |
D | tunnels, overpasses |
Question 37 |
A | Use a higher gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
B | Shift the truck into neutral and coast down the hill to save gas. |
C | Use a lower gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
D | Use the same gear you would use to climb the hill. |
Question 38 |
A | if any problems occurred the last the time the vehicle was operated. |
B | whenever you stop to refuel. |
C | at least once a week. |
D | before operating the vehicle. |
Question 39 |
A | Perception distance, response distance, and reaction distance. |
B | Perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance. |
C | Observation distance, reaction distance, and slowing distance. |
D | Perception distance, slowing distance, and braking distance. |
Question 40 |
A | check the coolant level of a hot engine. |
B | use windshield washer fluid as coolant. |
C | use only water in the cooling system. |
D | safely remove the radiator cap and add coolant while the engine is hot. |
Question 41 |
A | Move forward slowly and push firmly on the brake pedal. |
B | Pump the brake pedal 5 times; push the pedal firmly 3 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
C | Push the brake pedal firmly 5 seconds; listen for leaks. |
D | Pump the brake pedal 3 times; push the pedal firmly 5 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
Question 42 |
A | mirrors |
B | rear view cameras |
C | sunglasses |
D | rolled down windows |
Question 43 |
A | a dry bulk tank should only be filled halfway. |
B | the load can catch fire easily. |
C | the load should not get wet. |
D | the load can shift. |
Question 44 |
A | to help ensure the vehicle will make it to your destination. |
B | to ensure safety for yourself, your passengers, and other drivers. |
C | because law enforcement may inspect your vehicle on the road. |
D | because it is a requirement for all drivers. |
Question 45 |
A | five or more. |
B | seven or more. |
C | three or more. |
D | none of these. |
Question 46 |
A | the lug nut needs to be replaced. |
B | the lug nut is cheap. |
C | the wheel needs cleaning. |
D | the lug nut is loose. |
Question 47 |
A | turn wide as you complete the turn |
B | turn right and drive over the curb |
C | turn wide before you start the turn |
D | start the turn, then back up to re-position |
Question 48 |
A | keep two hands firmly planted on the steering wheel at all times. |
B | keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible. |
C | downshift into the turn. |
D | check to make sure that the brakes are properly balanced. |
Question 49 |
A | one inch |
B | one half inch |
C | three inches |
D | two inches |
Question 50 |
A | 3/32-inch in every major groove. |
B | 5/32-inch in every major groove. |
C | 2/32-inch in every major groove. |
D | 4/32-inch in every major groove. |
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Remember, the General Knowledge Practice Test doesn’t reveal the correct answers until the test is over. The questions and answers are given in random order each time you retake the test. When you are finished testing, simply click on the “Get Results” button to see your test results. Clicking on the blue “List” button will reveal a list of all the questions you answered correctly and incorrectly. To take the test again, just refresh your browser window.
Press the start button to begin your free General Knowledge Practice Test. Good luck!
General Knowledge CDL Practice Test
Question 1 |
A | turn right and drive over the curb |
B | turn wide before you start the turn |
C | start the turn, then back up to re-position |
D | turn wide as you complete the turn |
Question 2 |
A | burning |
B | rubbing |
C | leaks |
D | rust |
Question 3 |
A | Turn on your four-way flashers as you approach the offramp. |
B | Nothing, because the posted speed limit for the offramp is usually 10 miles per hour below the safe speed limit for the offramp. |
C | Downshift after you are in the curve. |
D | Slow to a safe speed before the curve. |
Question 4 |
A | two inches |
B | one half inch |
C | three inches |
D | one inch |
Question 5 |
A | All of these are considered a hazard. |
B | Road construction zones. |
C | A stopped transit bus. |
D | Pedestrians and bicyclists. |
Question 6 |
A | generally used when freight is carried part way by rail or ship. |
B | exempt from height restrictions. |
C | exempt from weight limit restrictions. |
D | exempt from hazardous materials restrictions. |
Question 7 |
A | All of these things happen. |
B | Judgment and self-control are the first to be affected. |
C | Muscle control and coordination are affected. |
D | The drinker's brain is increasingly affected. |
Question 8 |
A | Shorter stopping distance. |
B | Greater stopping distance. |
C | The same amount of stopping distance. |
D | It depends on what mood you are in at the time. |
Question 9 |
A | mirrors |
B | sunglasses |
C | rear view cameras |
D | rolled down windows |
Question 10 |
A | make sure you are driving slow enough so you can stop within the range of your headlights in case of an emergency. |
B | roll down your window so that the fresh air will help keep you awake. |
C | drink coffee or other caffeine products to help keep you awake. |
D | keep your high beams on at all times. |
Question 11 |
A | whenever you stop to refuel. |
B | if any problems occurred the last the time the vehicle was operated. |
C | at least once a week. |
D | before operating the vehicle. |
Question 12 |
A | Shift the truck into neutral and coast down the hill to save gas. |
B | Use a higher gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
C | Use the same gear you would use to climb the hill. |
D | Use a lower gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
Question 13 |
A | three |
B | two |
C | one |
D | four |
Question 14 |
A | to make your vehicle look official. |
B | to avoid mixing hazmat with food. |
C | to combat terrorism. |
D | to warn others of hazardous materials. |
Question 15 |
A | it is a federal law. |
B | you want to have a plan to communicate the risk. |
C | you want to have time to act before it turns into an emergency. |
D | you want to avoid doing something all of a sudden. |
Question 16 |
A | the load should not get wet. |
B | the load can catch fire easily. |
C | the load can shift. |
D | a dry bulk tank should only be filled halfway. |
Question 17 |
A | none of these. |
B | three or more. |
C | seven or more. |
D | five or more. |
Question 18 |
A | seal is authentic. |
B | seal is secure. |
C | load is properly secured. |
D | placard numbers match the seal numbers. |
Question 19 |
A | check the coolant level of a hot engine. |
B | use windshield washer fluid as coolant. |
C | safely remove the radiator cap and add coolant while the engine is hot. |
D | use only water in the cooling system. |
Question 20 |
A | sidetracking. |
B | fishtailing. |
C | slidetracking. |
D | offtracking. |
Question 21 |
A | 5/32-inch in every major groove. |
B | 4/32-inch in every major groove. |
C | 2/32-inch in every major groove. |
D | 3/32-inch in every major groove. |
Question 22 |
A | Because tank baffles are not always legal with outage. |
B | Because some of the heaviest liquids don’t need any. |
C | Because it's good to know that information. |
D | Because some liquids expand more than others when they get warm. |
Question 23 |
A | because it is a requirement for all drivers. |
B | because law enforcement may inspect your vehicle on the road. |
C | to help ensure the vehicle will make it to your destination. |
D | to ensure safety for yourself, your passengers, and other drivers. |
Question 24 |
A | under-inflated tires, dual tires that touch |
B | poor-quality retreads, under-inflated tires |
C | over-heated brakes, under-inflated tires |
D | dual tires that touch, hot road surfaces |
Question 25 |
A | underinflated tires |
B | loose fuel connections |
C | both loose fuel connections and under inflated tires |
D | overinflated tires |
Question 26 |
A | testing the trailer brakes after hooking up to a trailer. |
B | it is absolutely necessary. |
C | you will be parked for a short time. |
D | there is ice and snow, to prevent skidding. |
Question 27 |
A | Using hand signals. |
B | Using a helper when backing up. |
C | Using turn signals, 4-way flashers, headlights, and the horn. |
D | Using your CB radio or cell phone to inform others. |
Question 28 |
A | you are driving on the freeway. |
B | the road is wet, icy, or snow covered. |
C | road conditions are excellent. |
D | you are driving on hilly, rural roads. |
Question 29 |
A | the trailer is fully loaded or very heavy. |
B | the trailer is being hauled at high speed. |
C | the trailer is out of brake adjustment. |
D | the trailer is empty or lightly loaded. |
Question 30 |
A | half |
B | three times |
C | four times |
D | two times |
Question 31 |
A | Play in the steering wheel of more than five degrees. |
B | Play in the steering wheel of more than ten degrees (two inches on a 20-inch steering wheel). |
C | Too many vertical stacks. |
D | Oil on the tie rod. |
Question 32 |
A | it will be raised slightly when the tractor is backed under it. |
B | the kingpin is about 1¼ inches above the fifth wheel. |
C | the end of the kingpin is at waist level. |
D | the end of the kingpin is even with the top of the fifth wheel. |
Question 33 |
A | vehicles, traffic signs |
B | truck stops, gas stations |
C | law enforcement officers, detours |
D | tunnels, overpasses |
Question 34 |
A | None of these fires can be safely extinguished by water. |
B | Electrical fire. |
C | Grease fire. |
D | Gasoline fire. |
Question 35 |
A | A minimum of one. |
B | A minimum of two. |
C | A minimum of three. |
D | A minimum of four. |
Question 36 |
A | Pump the brake pedal 5 times; push the pedal firmly 3 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
B | Move forward slowly and push firmly on the brake pedal. |
C | Push the brake pedal firmly 5 seconds; listen for leaks. |
D | Pump the brake pedal 3 times; push the pedal firmly 5 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
Question 37 |
A | have the same stopping distance as full trucks |
B | require greater stopping distance than full trucks |
C | need less space ahead than full trucks |
D | have better traction when stopping than full trucks |
Question 38 |
A | Load cargo toward the rear of the truck for easier unloading. |
B | Load more cargo toward the front of the truck for a full load. |
C | Load more weight over the drive axle for better traction. |
D | Load cargo weight evenly over all the axles. |
Question 39 |
A | the lug nut is cheap. |
B | the wheel needs cleaning. |
C | the lug nut needs to be replaced. |
D | the lug nut is loose. |
Question 40 |
A | The same amount of space you would at night. |
B | One vehicle length for every 10,000 lb. of gross vehicle weight. |
C | The same amount of space you would on a dry road. |
D | More space than is needed for ideal driving conditions. |
Question 41 |
A | Perception distance, response distance, and reaction distance. |
B | Perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance. |
C | Observation distance, reaction distance, and slowing distance. |
D | Perception distance, slowing distance, and braking distance. |
Question 42 |
A | keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible. |
B | downshift into the turn. |
C | check to make sure that the brakes are properly balanced. |
D | keep two hands firmly planted on the steering wheel at all times. |
Question 43 |
A | there is a slight vibration when you press down on the brake pedal. |
B | you have to push harder and harder to get the same stopping power on a downgrade. |
C | the brake pedal feels firm when you apply pressure. |
D | you release pressure on the brake pedal and speed increases. |
Question 44 |
A | before going up a hill and before entering a curve. |
B | before starting down a hill and before entering a tunnel. |
C | before starting down a hill and before entering a curve. |
D | before starting down a hill and before going up a hill. |
Question 45 |
A | Warn other drivers by using your left turn signal lights. |
B | Keep your low beam lights on. |
C | Turn on your 4-way emergency flashers to warn other drivers. |
D | Put your warning devices out within 15 minutes. |
Question 46 |
A | the legal weight limits. |
B | both of these. |
C | neither of these. |
D | the weight of the liquid. |
Question 47 |
A | To direct traffic away from you. |
B | To watch for steering errors. |
C | To see the blind spots you can't see. |
D | To prevent others from distracting you. |
Question 48 |
A | increases when the service brakes are hot. |
B | is not affected by the condition of the service brakes. |
C | decreases when the service breaks are hot. |
D | depends on the service brakes being in adjustment. |
Question 49 |
A | stop to sleep. |
B | turn up the radio. |
C | slap yourself in the face three times. |
D | roll down the windows. |
Question 50 |
A | bad tires. |
B | poorly adjusted brakes. |
C | driving too fast for road conditions. |
D | driving too slow for road conditions. |
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