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