CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST (ARKANSAS) - PRACTICE TEST

11. Multi-speed rear axles and auxiliary transmissions are used:
to provide extra gears.
reduce exhaust emissions.
to reduce brake wear.
to make it easier to change gears.
12. Which of these can impair your vision and judgment, make you drowsy or otherwise affect safe driving ability?
Some prescription drugs
Alcoholic drinks
Some over-the-counter drugs
All of the above.
13. Passive railroad crossings:
usually have a person directing traffic.
have at least one traffic control device.
do not have traffic control devices.
should never be crossed using a CMV.
14. If you have a HazMat endorsement and renounce your U.S. citizenship:
you may transfer your endorsement to a trusted U.S. citizen.
you will lose your HazMat endorsement.
you may keep your endorsement until your next license renewal date.
you may keep your endorsement if you pass the exam for non-U.S. citizens.
15. Which of the following is not a type of retarder?
Pressure
Electric
Exhaust
Hydraulic
16. Bracing is used to:
protect the cargo from weather.
make cargo easier to unload.
prevent movement of cargo.
increase the height of the vehicle’s center of gravity.
17. When driving on packed snow, you should reduce speed by:
10%.
one-third.
25%.
a half.
18. Even if you are not required to always stop at railroad crossings and you are sure no train is approaching, you must stop before reaching the crossing if:
you can drive completely through the crossing without stopping.
the tracks are not clear.
there is oncoming traffic.
there is no oncoming traffic.
19. If you are traveling at 55 mph in a 30 foot vehicle, how many seconds of following distance should you have?
3 seconds
4 seconds
2 seconds
5 seconds
20. When inspecting your vehicle, before checking the engine compartment be sure that:
the fire extinguisher is properly charged and rated.
the parking brakes are on and/or wheels chocked.
all tires are properly inflated.
all lights are working.
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