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The CDL general knowledge test is required to be taken by all CDL applicants. The Michigan 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 Michigan 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 MI 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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Which of these vehicles must come to a complete stop at railroad grade crossings?
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School buses
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Heavy equipment
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All of the above.
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2.
The most important reason you inspect your vehicle is:
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Safety.
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because Federal and state laws require that drivers inspect their vehicles.
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to avoid insurance premium hikes.
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3.
Passive railroad crossings:
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should never be crossed using a CMV.
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have at least one traffic control device.
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do not have traffic control devices.
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4.
Which of the following statements about drugs is true?
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Use of drugs can lead to traffic accidents.
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All over-the-counter drugs are safe to use while on duty.
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Some "controlled substances" are allowed to reduce fatigue.
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5.
When the road is very slippery, you should:
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stop at the first safe place.
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use the parking brake instead of the service brake.
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downshift to stop.
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You must use ________ as the principal way of controlling your speed on downgrades.
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controlled braking
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the braking effect of the engine
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the brake pedal
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7.
When inspecting the cargo, make sure it is:
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not overloaded.
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piled up.
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secured properly for the first 50 miles after beginning a trip.
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8.
Confused drivers can be very hazardous. Clues to confusion include:
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driving very slowly.
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changing direction suddenly.
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All of the above.
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9.
Rims with welding repairs:
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can be used for tires in the front of the vehicle.
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can be used for tires in the rear of the vehicle.
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are not safe.
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10.
What is Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)?
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A vehicle's maximum weight rating, specified by its manufacturer.
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The total weight of a single vehicle including its cargo.
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The total weight of a vehicle, including that of any trailers.
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