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The CDL general knowledge test is required to be taken by all CDL applicants. The Georgia 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 Georgia 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 GA 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.
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When you are involved in an accident and not seriously hurt, you need to:
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protect the area and notify authorities.
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collect required information and report the accident.
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care for the injured.
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All of the above.
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2.
Which of these statements is true?
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Radial and bias-ply tires should not be used together on the same vehicle.
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Dual tires that come in contact with each other provide better traction.
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A tread depth of 2/32 of an inch is safe for steering axle tires.
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Tires of mismatched sizes can used on the same vehicle.
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3.
The best advice for driving in fog is:
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pass other vehicles on the right.
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listen for fog-related warning signs.
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do not drive.
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turn on your 4-way emergency flashers and slow down before you enter fog.
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4.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is:
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the total weight of the vehicle axle.
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the total weight of a single vehicle, except its load.
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the total weight of the trailer or trailers.
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the total weight of a single vehicle including its load.
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5.
Which of the following is not part of the air brake system?
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Air filter
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Alcohol evaporator
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Air compressor
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Air storage tanks
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You should hold your steering wheel:
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firmly with one hand.
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firmly with both hands.
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with both hands on the same side of the wheel.
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gently with both hands.
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7.
Before each trip, you must make sure:
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the cargo has a high center of gravity.
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your cargo obscures your view to the sides.
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the truck is overloaded.
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the cargo is balanced and secured.
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8.
If your truck has automatic transmission, you should downshift:
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when going down grades.
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after entering a curve.
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when you need to accelerate.
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whenever road conditions allow.
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9.
When driving a double or triple, you should:
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decrease your following distance.
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drive with emergency flashers on.
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drive in the left lane whenever possible.
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increase your following distance.
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10.
To back-up safely, you should:
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use mirrors on both sides.
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start in the proper position.
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look at your path.
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All of the above.
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