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