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