View instructions
Drivers who want to drive combination vehicles must pass the combination vehicles test. The Kansas CDL combination test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%). The test covers the combination vehicles section of the Kansas CDL Manual. Take this practice test now to prepare for the actual KS CDL combination test!
1.
If a load is 50 feet long, the minimum number of tie-downs required is:
|
5
|
|
|
4
|
|
|
10
|
|
|
3
|
2.
Over-length loads:
|
require special driving care.
|
|
|
require special transit permits.
|
|
|
may require special equipment such as "wide load" or flags.
|
|
|
All of the above.
|
3.
If you get stuck on the railroad tracks, the first thing you should do is:
|
stay in your vehicle and call 911.
|
|
|
try to move your vehicle until you see the train.
|
|
|
scream for help.
|
|
|
immediately get out of the cab and move away from the tracks.
|
4.
When checking the air and electric lines to the trailer, be sure that the air lines are properly connected to the gland hands, and are:
|
secured with enough air leaks for turns.
|
|
|
secured with enough slack for turns.
|
|
|
properly greased.
|
|
|
None of the above.
|
5.
Your vehicle has hydraulic brakes. When you press the brake pedal while driving and the pedal goes to the floor, remember that:
|
shifting into neutral may help slow the vehicle.
|
|
|
the parking brake should never used to slow the vehicle.
|
|
|
pumping the brake pedal may generate enough hydraulic pressure to stop the vehicle.
|
|
|
All of the above.
|
6.
If you are driving a 30 foot vehicle at 35 mph, you should leave at least _______ between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.
|
4 seconds
|
|
|
2 seconds
|
|
|
3 seconds
|
|
|
1 seconds
|
7.
In combination vehicles with air brakes, the trailer air supply control:
|
is used to control the tractor protection valve.
|
|
|
supplies air to the trailer air tanks.
|
|
|
is a coupling devices used to connect the service and emergency air-lines from the tractor to the trailer.
|
|
|
is used to keep the trailer behind the tractor.
|
8.
What is the proper following distance for a 50 foot truck traveling at 50 mph?
|
10 seconds
|
|
|
5 seconds
|
|
|
25 seconds
|
|
|
6 seconds
|
9.
With brake drums, if brakes become too hot:
|
the brakes may stop working.
|
|
|
your ABS will malfunction.
|
|
|
the brakes will supply too much power to the drive wheels.
|
|
|
the air compressor will kick on to cool the brakes.
|
10.
Enough tread is especially important in winter conditions. You need at least ________ tread depth on steering axle tires.
|
8/32 inch
|
|
|
2/8 inch
|
|
|
4/32 inch
|
|
|
6/24 inch
|
Page 1 of 2
Next page
Grade this page
Frequently Asked Questions
To obtain an instructional permit in Kansas, the minimum age is 14 years old. Upon reaching the age of 15, individuals who have held an instruction permit for one year become eligible for a restricted driver license. An unrestricted driver license can be obtained from the age of 17.
You can schedule an appointment online at Kansas Department of Revenue’s website. Find the nearest Kansas driver license office and check available dates. Alternatively, you can complete the test online using KnowTo Drive, the official online driver exam platform. If you are under 18, a licensed driver who is at least 18 years of age must supervise you. After passing the test, you have to visit a DMV office to validate your identity and obtain the instruction permit.
You need to present specific documents:
- One proof of lawful presence (such as a birth certificate, passport, certificate of naturalization, etc.). Also, provide evidence of your actual legal name if it has been changed.
- Social Security Card (if you are a foreign student or a foreign employee without work authorization, SSN verification is not required).
- Two proofs of current Kansas residential address (such as a utility bill, bank statement, insurance documents, etc.).
- Certificate of driver education completion (if applicable).
You can print this checklist to ensure you have all the necessary documents.
The online DMV written test is provided in English and Spanish. It is advisable to have a basic understanding of English since traffic signs are always in English. If you have visual or hearing impairments, you can indicate it when scheduling your appointment.
The best way to prepare for the DMV written test is by reading the Kansas Driver's Handbook, which contains information about road signs, pavement markings, and driving rules in Kansas. After studying the manual, test your preparation with our free practice tests!
The DMV written test in Kansas comprises 25 multiple-choice questions based on the information provided in the manual. You'll have one hour to complete the online exam, but it usually takes around 15 to 20 minutes to finish.
You can miss up to 5 questions on the Kansas 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.
Restrictions in Kansas vary based on age and the type of license or permit:
Instruction permit
- Driving is allowed only with a licensed adult aged at least 21 seated next to you.
- Cell phone use is forbidden, except for emergency calls, for drivers under 17.
Driver license (class C)
- Driving alone is allowed for work, religious, or school activities, or anywhere with a licensed adult aged at least 21. At 16, with a completed 50-hour affidavit, you can drive alone also from 5 am to 9 pm.
- It's forbidden to transport minor passengers (except siblings) if you are 15 years old. At 16, you can have a minor passenger.
- Cell phone use is forbidden, except for emergency calls.
These restrictions no longer apply after holding the driver's license for 6 months, or once you reach 17 years old, provided you have a clean driving record.
A Kansas instructional permit is valid for one year. This ensures you can practice driving before the road test. To advance to a restricted license, hold the permit for 1 year if you are between 14 and 16; after you reach 17, no waiting time applies. If your permit expires and you have to renew it, you must retake and pass the exam.
You are allowed four attempts to pass the DMV written test. If you don't pass on the fourth attempt, you will need to wait for 6 months and pay a re-test fee. To enhance your chances of passing the exam, sign up for DMV Premium, which provides useful resources for studying and numerous practice tests!