LA CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST - CDL PRACTICE TEST

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The CDL general knowledge test is required to be taken by all CDL applicants. The Louisiana 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 Louisiana 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 LA 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. To maintain alertness while driving, you should:
take periodic breaks – about every 250 miles.
keep the cab warm.
protect yourself from glare with sunglasses.
rely on caffeine.
2. The first thing to do at an accident scene is to:
keep another accident from happening in the same spot.
call for assistance.
file an accident report.
help any injured parties.
3. When driving in hot weather:
the the tires' air pressure will decrease.
antifreeze should be avoided.
the engine oil helps keep the engine cool, as well as lubricate it.
None of the above.
4. When approaching a vehicle as part of a pre-trip inspection, which of the following could be a sign of trouble?
Inflated tires
Parking brake is on
Fresh oil under the vehicle
All of the above
5. Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is determined by:
how frequently you drink.
the amount of alcohol you drink.
the type of alcohol you drink.
All of the above.
6. If you recognize a distracted driver on the road, you should:
flash your brake lights at them.
give them plenty of room.
follow them closely.
try to pass them.
7. In which of the following situations should you check your mirrors more often?
While stopped at an intersection.
When driving on a single lane road.
When changing lanes or merging.
When driving on a narrow road.
8. Which of the following is NOT considered a serious traffic violation?
Sounding your horn to let others know you are there
Driving at 15 mph or more above the posted limit
Reckless driving
Making improper lane changes
9. When you have to back, use a helper whenever possible. Before you begin backing, work out a set of hand signals that you both understand. It is especially important to agree on a signal for:
"Go"
"Move"
"Stop"
"Get closer"
10. To test the service brakes, pull forward at about _____ and apply the brakes firmly using the brake.
5 mph
10 mph
15 mph
35 mph
 
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LA CDL Practice Test

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