AK CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST - CDL PRACTICE TEST

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The CDL general knowledge test is required to be taken by all CDL applicants. The Alaska CDL test consists of 50 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 40 questions (80%). The general knowledge test covers the contents of the Alaska CDL Manual. All CDL applicants (Class A, B and C) must study the following sections: Driving Safely, Transporting Cargo Safely, Air Brakes (if you plan to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes), Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test, Road Test. In addition, the Class A CDL test will include questions based on the Combination Vehicles section. Take this CDL practice test now to prepare for the actual AK general knowledge test! To get your CDL, you must pass both the knowledge and skills tests. CDL knowledge tests include: General Knowledge, Passenger Transport, Air Brakes, Combination Vehicles, Hazardous Materials, Tanker Vehicles, Doubles/Triples, School Bus, Firefighter. Depending on what class of license (A, B or C) and endorsements you need, you must take one or more knowledge tests. A special endorsement is also required to drive certain types of vehicles. The following endorsements may be used with a Class A, B or C CDL: HazMat (H), Tank Vehicles (N), Tank Vehicles Transporting Hazardous Materials (X) and Passenger Transport (P). The School Bus endorsement (S) is only available for Class A or B CDL, and the Doubles/Triples endorsement (T) is only available for Class A driver's licenses.
1. Which of the following should be checked for looseness, sticking, damage, or improper setting?
Steering wheel
Clutch
All of the above.
2. If the safety relief valve in the air brake system releases air:
this will supply more power to the brakes.
the valve is fully operational.
something is wrong.
3. If you are feeling sleepy, you should:
slow down.
pull off the road and rest.
get some coffee.
4. If a tire blows out, you should:
keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and stay off the brake until the vehicle has slowed down.
fully apply the brakes while holding the steering wheel firmly.
keep driving until you reach the next service station.
5. When inspecting mirrors and windshields for dirt, cracks, illegal stickers, and other obstructions to seeing clearly, you should:
leave it as is and write any instructions or notes on the vehicle inspection guide.
write all necessary adjustments in your pre-trip inspection.
clean and adjust as necessary.
6. On front tires, tread should be at least:
4/32 inch
4/16 inch
2/32 inch
7. When driving at night you should:
always use low beams.
use your high beams when it is safe and legal to do so.
All of the above.
8. The first thing to do at an accident scene is to:
keep another accident from happening in the same spot.
help any injured parties.
call for assistance.
9. Total stopping distance equals:
Braking distance + viewing distance
Perception distance + braking distance
Perception distance + reaction distance + braking distance
10. When steering to avoid a crash, you should:
not turn any more than needed to clear what is in your way.
apply the brakes while turning.
steer with one hand so that you can turn the wheel more quickly.
 
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AK CDL Practice Test

Number of questions: 50
Correct answers to pass:40
Passing score:80%
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