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The tanker endorsement applies to drivers who wish to drive a tank in Class A, B, or C CDL. To add this endorsement to your CLP/CDL, you must pass a knowledge test on the problems posed by large volume liquid cargos. The Arkansas CDL tank vehicles test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The AR tanker test covers the following sections of the Arkansas CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Combination Vehicles, Tank Vehicles, Hazardous Materials. Take this AR tanker practice test now to prepare for the actual test!
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When loading and unloading the smaller tanks of a cargo tank equipped with bulkheads, you must pay attention to:
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air leakage rate.
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water distribution.
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weight distribution.
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smooth bore tanks.
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When going down a steep downgrade, you should primarily brake using:
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the service brakes.
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the braking effect of the engine.
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the parking brake.
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the emergency brake.
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Rollovers happen when drivers:
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stop too often.
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turn too slowly.
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turn too fast.
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brake too hard.
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To transport hazardous materials, drivers need:
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a CDL license with hazardous material endorsement.
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a license to operate their personal vehicle.
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a CDL license with a tank endorsement.
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a CDL license only.
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When backing, you should:
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back quickly.
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only use mirror on the driver's side.
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back and turn toward the right side whenever possible.
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use the mirrors on both sides.
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If an aggressive driver confronts you, you should NOT:
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make eye contact.
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try to get out of their way.
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ignore gestures.
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try to let them pass.
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When driving a tanker, you should:
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stop every 50 miles to inspect your vehicle.
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drive 10 mph below the posted speed limit.
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increase your following distance.
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decrease your following distance.
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Before entering a curve, you should:
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maintain your speed.
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increase your speed.
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reduce your speed.
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come to a complete stop.
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Fully loaded rigs:
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are less likely to roll over than empty rigs.
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are much more likely to roll over than empty rigs.
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are just as likely to roll over as empty rigs.
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None of the above.
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Unbaffled liquid tankers have nothing inside to slow down the flow of the liquid. Therefore:
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forward-and-back surge is very strong.
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side-to-side surge is very strong.
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top-to-bottom surge is very strong.
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All of the above.
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Here are the age requirements to obtain a driver's license in Arkansas:
- Instruction permit ? you need to be at least 14 years old.
- Learner’s license ? you need to be between 14 and 16 years old.
- Intermediate license ? you need to be between 16 and 18 years old. You can obtain an unrestricted class D license before turning 18 if:
- You have a minimum of 6 months of driving experience.
- You are an emancipated individual aged 17 and older.
- You have graduated aged 16 and older.
- You are married and aged 16 or older.
- You are military personnel aged 16 and older.
- Class D driver license? you need to be 18 or older.
Visit the Arkansas State Police official page to book your DMV written test. You can choose dates and times based on your preferences and the available options at various Arkansas DMV locations.
If you are under 18, you need:
- Original or certified copy of a birth certificate.
- Parent Affidavit signed by your parent in front of a notary or the examiner.
If you are over 18, you need two primary documents (or one primary and one secondary) and you can complete the affidavit by yourself.
Check the complete list of accepted documents before your appointment.
The DMV written test in Arkansas is offered in both English and Spanish. You can bring a dictionary with you, but an interpreter is not allowed. If you prefer an oral test, please contact the nearest DMV office to inquire about this option.
To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Arkansas Driver's Handbook. Pay attention to road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Verify your knowledge with our practice tests or sign up for Premium, which offers extra resources to get ready for your exam.
The Arkansas DMV written test consists of 25 questions about various aspects of road rules and safe driving practices. These questions are based on the official manual, so it's important to study it well to maximize your chances of passing the exam.
To pass the exam, you need a score of 80% or higher. You should get at least 20 questions right, and you're allowed to miss up to 5 questions out of the total 25. Stay focused and take the time to read the questions carefully.
Drivers between 14 and 16 years old:
- Must be accompanied by a licensed driver aged at least 21.
- Must wear seat belts.
- Are prohibited to use a cell phone, except for emergencies.
These restrictions continue until the applicant turns 16 and completes six months of restricted driving.
Drivers aged 16 to 18 with an intermediate license:
- Should not operate a vehicle with more than one unrelated minor passenger, unless accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older, seated in the front.
- Cannot operate between 11:00 pm and 4:00 am unless accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older. Exceptions include driving to and from school activities, church activities, work, or in emergencies.
In Arkansas, an instruction permit is valid for a period of two years and cannot be renewed. Use this time to practice driving before the road test and consider enrolling in a driver training course to enhance your skills and abilities.
If you fail your DMV written test, you must wait 5 days to make another attempt. Before trying again, carefully study the rules of the road and memorize the road signs.