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