New York General Knowledge Practice Test
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General Knowledge CDL Practice Quiz
Question 1 |
A | slidetracking. |
B | fishtailing. |
C | sidetracking. |
D | offtracking. |
Question 2 |
A | road conditions are excellent. |
B | you are driving on the freeway. |
C | you are driving on hilly, rural roads. |
D | the road is wet, icy, or snow covered. |
Question 3 |
A | Because some of the heaviest liquids don’t need any. |
B | Because it's good to know that information. |
C | Because tank baffles are not always legal with outage. |
D | Because some liquids expand more than others when they get warm. |
Question 4 |
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 5 |
A | To watch for steering errors. |
B | To see the blind spots you can't see. |
C | To prevent others from distracting you. |
D | To direct traffic away from you. |
Question 6 |
A | check to make sure that the brakes are properly balanced. |
B | downshift into the turn. |
C | keep two hands firmly planted on the steering wheel at all times. |
D | keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible. |
Question 7 |
A | before going up a hill and before entering a curve. |
B | before starting down 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 8 |
A | seal is secure. |
B | seal is authentic. |
C | load is properly secured. |
D | placard numbers match the seal numbers. |
Question 9 |
A | roll down the windows. |
B | turn up the radio. |
C | stop to sleep. |
D | slap yourself in the face three times. |
Question 10 |
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 11 |
A | turn wide before you start the turn |
B | turn right and drive over the curb |
C | start the turn, then back up to re-position |
D | turn wide as you complete the turn |
Question 12 |
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 13 |
A | the legal weight limits. |
B | neither of these. |
C | the weight of the liquid. |
D | both of these. |
Question 14 |
A | one half inch |
B | one inch |
C | two inches |
D | three inches |
Question 15 |
A | A minimum of four. |
B | A minimum of two. |
C | A minimum of three. |
D | A minimum of one. |
Question 16 |
A | law enforcement officers, detours |
B | truck stops, gas stations |
C | tunnels, overpasses |
D | vehicles, traffic signs |
Question 17 |
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 18 |
A | use only water in the cooling system. |
B | use windshield washer fluid as coolant. |
C | safely remove the radiator cap and add coolant while the engine is hot. |
D | check the coolant level of a hot engine. |
Question 19 |
A | whenever you stop to refuel. |
B | if any problems occurred the last the time the vehicle was operated. |
C | before operating the vehicle. |
D | at least once a week. |
Question 20 |
A | three |
B | two |
C | one |
D | four |
Question 21 |
A | to combat terrorism. |
B | to warn others of hazardous materials. |
C | to make your vehicle look official. |
D | to avoid mixing hazmat with food. |
Question 22 |
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 23 |
A | driving too slow for road conditions. |
B | driving too fast for road conditions. |
C | poorly adjusted brakes. |
D | bad tires. |
Question 24 |
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 25 |
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 26 |
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 27 |
A | Using hand signals. |
B | Using turn signals, 4-way flashers, headlights, and the horn. |
C | Using a helper when backing up. |
D | Using your CB radio or cell phone to inform others. |
Question 28 |
A | five or more. |
B | none of these. |
C | seven or more. |
D | three or more. |
Question 29 |
A | decreases when the service breaks are hot. |
B | depends on the service brakes being in adjustment. |
C | increases when the service brakes are hot. |
D | is not affected by the condition of the service brakes. |
Question 30 |
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 31 |
A | rubbing |
B | rust |
C | burning |
D | leaks |
Question 32 |
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 33 |
A | the lug nut needs to be replaced. |
B | the wheel needs cleaning. |
C | the lug nut is cheap. |
D | the lug nut is loose. |
Question 34 |
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 35 |
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 | 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 36 |
A | the trailer is fully loaded or very heavy. |
B | the trailer is being hauled at high speed. |
C | the trailer is empty or lightly loaded. |
D | the trailer is out of brake adjustment. |
Question 37 |
A | four times |
B | two times |
C | half |
D | three times |
Question 38 |
A | need less space ahead than full trucks |
B | have the same stopping distance as full trucks |
C | have better traction when stopping than full trucks |
D | require greater stopping distance than full trucks |
Question 39 |
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 40 |
A | you want to have time to act before it turns into an emergency. |
B | it is a federal law. |
C | you want to avoid doing something all of a sudden. |
D | you want to have a plan to communicate the risk. |
Question 41 |
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 higher gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
D | Use a lower gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
Question 42 |
A | 4/32-inch in every major groove. |
B | 3/32-inch in every major groove. |
C | 2/32-inch in every major groove. |
D | 5/32-inch in every major groove. |
Question 43 |
A | to help ensure the vehicle will make it to your destination. |
B | to ensure safety for yourself, your passengers, and other drivers. |
C | because it is a requirement for all drivers. |
D | because law enforcement may inspect your vehicle on the road. |
Question 44 |
A | Pump the brake pedal 5 times; push the pedal firmly 3 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
B | Pump the brake pedal 3 times; push the pedal firmly 5 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
C | Push the brake pedal firmly 5 seconds; listen for leaks. |
D | Move forward slowly and push firmly on the brake pedal. |
Question 45 |
A | Slow to a safe speed before the curve. |
B | Turn on your four-way flashers as you approach the offramp. |
C | Downshift after you are in the curve. |
D | Nothing, because the posted speed limit for the offramp is usually 10 miles per hour below the safe speed limit for the offramp. |
Question 46 |
A | rolled down windows |
B | sunglasses |
C | rear view cameras |
D | mirrors |
Question 47 |
A | under-inflated tires, dual tires that touch |
B | over-heated brakes, under-inflated tires |
C | dual tires that touch, hot road surfaces |
D | poor-quality retreads, under-inflated tires |
Question 48 |
A | Grease fire. |
B | Gasoline fire. |
C | Electrical fire. |
D | None of these fires can be safely extinguished by water. |
Question 49 |
A | All of these are considered a hazard. |
B | Road construction zones. |
C | A stopped transit bus. |
D | Pedestrians and bicyclists. |
Question 50 |
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. |
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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
Question 1 |
A | A stopped transit bus. |
B | Pedestrians and bicyclists. |
C | Road construction zones. |
D | All of these are considered a hazard. |
Question 2 |
A | you want to avoid doing something all of a sudden. |
B | you want to have a plan to communicate the risk. |
C | it is a federal law. |
D | you want to have time to act before it turns into an emergency. |
Question 3 |
A | The drinker's brain is increasingly affected. |
B | Muscle control and coordination are affected. |
C | Judgment and self-control are the first to be affected. |
D | All of these things happen. |
Question 4 |
A | drink coffee or other caffeine products to 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 | roll down your window so that the fresh air will help keep you awake. |
D | keep your high beams on at all times. |
Question 5 |
A | bad tires. |
B | driving too slow for road conditions. |
C | driving too fast for road conditions. |
D | poorly adjusted brakes. |
Question 6 |
A | slap yourself in the face three times. |
B | roll down the windows. |
C | turn up the radio. |
D | stop to sleep. |
Question 7 |
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 8 |
A | a dry bulk tank should only be filled halfway. |
B | the load can catch fire easily. |
C | the load can shift. |
D | the load should not get wet. |
Question 9 |
A | testing the trailer brakes after hooking up to a trailer. |
B | you will be parked for a short time. |
C | it is absolutely necessary. |
D | there is ice and snow, to prevent skidding. |
Question 10 |
A | Because it's good to know that information. |
B | Because tank baffles are not always legal with outage. |
C | Because some liquids expand more than others when they get warm. |
D | Because some of the heaviest liquids don’t need any. |
Question 11 |
A | Greater stopping distance. |
B | Shorter stopping distance. |
C | The same amount of stopping distance. |
D | It depends on what mood you are in at the time. |
Question 12 |
A | A minimum of three. |
B | A minimum of two. |
C | A minimum of four. |
D | A minimum of one. |
Question 13 |
A | To watch for steering errors. |
B | To see the blind spots you can't see. |
C | To prevent others from distracting you. |
D | To direct traffic away from you. |
Question 14 |
A | Load more cargo toward the front of the truck for a full load. |
B | Load cargo weight evenly over all the axles. |
C | Load more weight over the drive axle for better traction. |
D | Load cargo toward the rear of the truck for easier unloading. |
Question 15 |
A | four times |
B | three times |
C | half |
D | two times |
Question 16 |
A | the trailer is fully loaded or very heavy. |
B | the trailer is being hauled at high speed. |
C | the trailer is empty or lightly loaded. |
D | the trailer is out of brake adjustment. |
Question 17 |
A | leaks |
B | rubbing |
C | burning |
D | rust |
Question 18 |
A | Downshift after you are in the curve. |
B | Slow to a safe speed before the curve. |
C | Turn on your four-way flashers as you approach the offramp. |
D | Nothing, because the posted speed limit for the offramp is usually 10 miles per hour below the safe speed limit for the offramp. |
Question 19 |
A | the brake pedal feels firm when you apply pressure. |
B | you release pressure on the brake pedal and speed increases. |
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 20 |
A | 4/32-inch in every major groove. |
B | 3/32-inch in every major groove. |
C | 2/32-inch in every major groove. |
D | 5/32-inch in every major groove. |
Question 21 |
A | turn wide before you start the turn |
B | turn right and drive over the curb |
C | start the turn, then back up to re-position |
D | turn wide as you complete the turn |
Question 22 |
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 23 |
A | the end of the kingpin is at waist level. |
B | the kingpin is about 1¼ inches above the fifth wheel. |
C | it will be raised slightly when the tractor is backed under it. |
D | the end of the kingpin is even with the top of the fifth wheel. |
Question 24 |
A | have the same stopping distance as full trucks |
B | require greater stopping distance than full trucks |
C | have better traction when stopping than full trucks |
D | need less space ahead than full trucks |
Question 25 |
A | safely remove the radiator cap and add coolant while the engine is hot. |
B | use windshield washer fluid as coolant. |
C | check the coolant level of a hot engine. |
D | use only water in the cooling system. |
Question 26 |
A | Shift the truck into neutral and coast down the hill to save gas. |
B | Use a lower gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
C | Use the same gear you would use to climb the hill. |
D | Use a higher gear than you would use to climb the hill. |
Question 27 |
A | depends on the service brakes being in adjustment. |
B | is not affected by the condition of the service brakes. |
C | increases when the service brakes are hot. |
D | decreases when the service breaks are hot. |
Question 28 |
A | Using a helper when backing up. |
B | Using your CB radio or cell phone to inform others. |
C | Using hand signals. |
D | Using turn signals, 4-way flashers, headlights, and the horn. |
Question 29 |
A | truck stops, gas stations |
B | law enforcement officers, detours |
C | vehicles, traffic signs |
D | tunnels, overpasses |
Question 30 |
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 31 |
A | before starting down a hill and before going up a hill. |
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 entering a tunnel. |
Question 32 |
A | Grease fire. |
B | Electrical fire. |
C | None of these fires can be safely extinguished by water. |
D | Gasoline fire. |
Question 33 |
A | Pump the brake pedal 3 times; push the pedal firmly 5 seconds; the pedal should not move. |
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 | Push the brake pedal firmly 5 seconds; listen for leaks. |
Question 34 |
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 35 |
A | two inches |
B | one half inch |
C | one inch |
D | three inches |
Question 36 |
A | if any problems occurred the last the time the vehicle was operated. |
B | before operating the vehicle. |
C | whenever you stop to refuel. |
D | at least once a week. |
Question 37 |
A | placard numbers match the seal numbers. |
B | seal is secure. |
C | load is properly secured. |
D | seal is authentic. |
Question 38 |
A | One vehicle length for every 10,000 lb. of gross vehicle weight. |
B | The same amount of space you would at night. |
C | The same amount of space you would on a dry road. |
D | More space than is needed for ideal driving conditions. |
Question 39 |
A | four |
B | three |
C | two |
D | one |
Question 40 |
A | five or more. |
B | seven or more. |
C | three or more. |
D | none of these. |
Question 41 |
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 42 |
A | Perception distance, slowing distance, and braking distance. |
B | Observation distance, reaction distance, and slowing distance. |
C | Perception distance, response distance, and reaction distance. |
D | Perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance. |
Question 43 |
A | Play in the steering wheel of more than five degrees. |
B | Oil on the tie rod. |
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 44 |
A | neither of these. |
B | the weight of the liquid. |
C | the legal weight limits. |
D | both of these. |
Question 45 |
A | fishtailing. |
B | slidetracking. |
C | offtracking. |
D | sidetracking. |
Question 46 |
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 47 |
A | underinflated tires |
B | both loose fuel connections and under inflated tires |
C | overinflated tires |
D | loose fuel connections |
Question 48 |
A | sunglasses |
B | rolled down windows |
C | rear view cameras |
D | mirrors |
Question 49 |
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 50 |
A | the lug nut is loose. |
B | the lug nut is cheap. |
C | the lug nut needs to be replaced. |
D | the wheel needs cleaning. |
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