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