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