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