CDL General Knowledge Test 1 – Classic Mode

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1. How often should you check your cargo?

A Within the first 50 miles after beginning a trip
B Every 150 miles or every three hours
C After every break you take during driving
D All of the above

2. A commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is defined as...

A A vehicle with a gross weight over 26,001 lbs.
B A vehicle transporting hazardous materials
C A vehicle transporting 16 or more passengers
D All of the above

3. Suspension systems...

A Keep the load secure
B Keep the axles in place
C Keep the brake drums from failing
D Keep the steering wheel tight

4. At 55 miles-per-hour it takes about 6 seconds to stop a fully loaded truck and the braking distance is...

A About the length of a football field or 100 yards
B About 1/4 mile
C About two truck lengths
D About two car lengths

5. Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

A Downshift before starting down a hill
B Downshift before entering a curve
C Downshift when you get to the bottom of a hill
D Downshift before climbing a hill

6. Tires should should be replaced...

A When the tread separates
B When there are broken valve stems
C If the tread depth on your front tires is less than 4/32 deep
D All of the above

7. Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

A The heights posted at bridges are usually accurate
B The weight of the cargo changes a truck's height
C Warning lights are always installed on low bridges and overpasses
D An empty van is lower than a loaded one

8. In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT...

A Move the victims out of the way immediately
B Protect the area
C Notify authorities
D Stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm

9. When accelerating...

A Always use the parking brake to slow down
B Do not engage the clutch before you take your foot off the brake
C Speed up smoothly and gradually and avoid jerking
D "Hammer down" when your wheels start to spin

10. Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?

A Pump the brake pedal
B Downshift
C Put the gears in neutral
D Look for an escape ramp or an escape route

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