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