CDL TANKER PRACTICE TEST COLORADO
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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 Colorado CDL tank vehicles test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The CO tanker test covers the following sections of the Colorado CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Combination Vehicles, Tank Vehicles, Hazardous Materials. Take this CO tanker practice test now to prepare for the actual test!
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1.
Placards must be placed:
on the driver's side of the vehicle.
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on the rear only.
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on the front, rear and both sides of the vehicle.
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on the front only.
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If you are carrying a heavy load that is slowing you down, you should:
keep the vehicle in third gear.
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drive in the right lane.
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drive in the left lane.
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drive on the shoulder.
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You or your employer must call the National Response Center when any of the following occur as a direct result of a HazMat incident, EXCEPT:
a person is killed.
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spillage occurs.
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an injured person requires hospitalization.
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black ice makes the road look wet.
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When stopping with a tanker, you must be aware that:
the amount of liquid in the tank has no influence on the stopping distance.
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wet roads will provide more traction than dry roads.
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a fully loaded vehicle takes less room to stop than an empty vehicle.
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a fully loaded vehicle requires a greater stopping distance because it has less traction.
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Most heavy-duty vehicles use:
solid brakes.
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hydraulic brakes.
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air brakes.
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pressure brakes.
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The only acceptable way to check tire pressure is to:
push on the tire to feel the pressure.
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use a tire pressure gauge.
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check the minimum tread depth.
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None of the above.
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You must know the outage requirement when hauling liquids in bulk. Why?
Some of the heaviest liquids don't need any outage.
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You must never leave room for the expanding liquid.
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Different liquids expand by different amounts as they warm.
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All of the above.
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A full tank of dense liquid (such as some acids) may:
exceed legal weight limits.
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weigh less than a tank filled with other liquids.
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reduce the size of the vehicle.
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be subject to travel restrictions.
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Column 2 in the Hazardous Material Table contains:
the label codes.
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the identification numbers.
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the hazard class or division.
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the HazMat description and shipping name.
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10.
Most heavy trucks with manual transmissions require ____ to change gears.
triple clutching
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single clutching
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double clutching
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None of the above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Colorado, you must be at least 15 years old to apply for a minor instruction permit. Once you reach the age of 16 and have held the permit for 12 months, you become eligible for a minor license. Instead, if you are between 18 and 21 and already possess a permit, you can directly apply for a minor license. Finally, at the age of 21, you can obtain a class R driver's license.
To take the DMV written test in Colorado, you have three options:
- You can schedule an appointment online and take the test at any Colorado driver license office.
- You can contact an Arizona driving school.
- You can take the test at home using the official Colorado knowledge testing platform @HOME. Pre-register and take the test whenever you want. After passing, you'll be required to schedule an appointment to visit a Colorado driver license office and obtain your permit.
You need to bring the following required documents:
- Proof of identity/lawful presence.
- Two proofs of residence. Examples of acceptable documents include utility bills, credit card statements, or bank statements.
- Proof of Social Security Number.
Extra documents for minors:
- Certificate of driver education course completion (30 hours if you're between 15 and 15 ½, and either 30 hours or a 4-hour driver awareness program if you're 15 ½ to 16.
- Driving Knowledge Test completion form from your driver education school (if applicable).
- A parent, guardian, or Colorado driver over 21 must sign the Affidavit of Identity and the Affidavit of Liability and they must come with you to the appointment.
The DMV written test in Colorado is available in both English and Spanish. If you encounter difficulty reading, you can connect speakers to your computer, and the exam will be read aloud in either English or Spanish.
To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Colorado 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 free practice tests or sign up for Premium, which offers extra resources to get ready for your exam.
The DMV written test consists of 25 questions, covering various aspects of road rules and safe driving practices. You have 60 minutes to complete it. Take your time during the test to make sure you understand the questions well.
You can make up to 5 mistakes on the DMV written test. To pass, you need to answer at least 20 questions correctly, achieving an 80% accuracy rate. Take your time to read each question accurately.
For new drivers under 18 years old, Colorado imposes specific restrictions:
- They cannot drive unless accompanied by a licensed adult 21 or older in the front seat.
- During the first six months, they cannot transport passengers under 21, except for a parent or adult over 21. After this period, one passenger under age 21 is allowed (except for medical emergencies).
- Drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
- They cannot use a cell phone while driving, except for emergencies.
- During the first year, drivers cannot operate a motor vehicle between midnight and 5 a.m., unless with an instructor, parent, or guardian. Exceptions include school/work travel, emergencies, and emancipated minors.
- Driving after drinking alcohol is prohibited (Zero Tolerance law).
In Colorado, an instruction permit remains valid for three years. Now that you have your instruction permit, it's time to start practicing your driving skills before the road test.
If you fail your online DMV written test in Colorado, you can retake it as many times as necessary, but with a maximum of two attempts in a day. After the first attempt, an additional fee is required. If you choose to take the exam at a third-party location, you may be subject to extra fees imposed by that business.
CO CDL Tanker Test
Number of questions: | 20 |
Correct answers to pass: | 16 |
Passing score: | 80% |
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