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