CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (ARKANSAS) - PRACTICE TEST

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The CDL general knowledge test is required to be taken by all CDL applicants. The Arkansas 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 Arkansas 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 AR 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. Empty trucks require greater stopping distances because:
fully loaded trucks have less traction.
empty vehicles have less traction.
they are usually equipped with power brakes.
All of the above.
2. Which of the following statements about driving in very hot weather is true?
As the temperature of the tire increases, the air pressure of a tire decreases.
If a tire is too hot to touch, keep driving to cool it off.
You should inspect the tires every 2 hours or every 100 miles.
None of the above.
3. How can you avoid rolling back when you start your vehicle?
Accelerate quickly so the vehicle does not jerk.
Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake.
Use stab braking before you engage the clutch.
All of the above.
4. When checking the steering system during your pre-trip inspection you should look for:
shoes or pads with oil or grease on them.
steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees.
mismatched lock rings.
cracked drums.
5. To avoid being blinded by the high beams of an oncoming vehicle:
don't look directly at bright lights when driving.
watch the sidelines when someone coming toward you has very bright lights on.
look at the right side of the road.
All of the above.
6. Your vehicle must be equipped with:
Fire extinguisher(s)
Warning devices for parked vehicles
Spare electrical fuses
All of the above.
7. When is it safe to remove the radiator cap?
Whenever coolant has to be added to the system.
When you can touch the radiator cap with your bare hand.
It is always safe.
As soon as you've stopped, as long as the engine is not hot.
8. You should use your horn to:
to let others know you are there.
to let others know you are about to break.
to let others know you are an experienced driver.
to let others know you are about to increase your speed.
9. If you are confronted by an aggressive driver, you should:
remain calm and relaxed.
try to move away safely.
avoid eye contact.
All of the above.
10. If you've been drinking alcohol, only ____ will sober you up.
a cold shower
black coffee
exercise
time
 
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AR CDL Knowledge Test

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