CDL DOUBLES TRIPLES PRACTICE TEST VIRGINIA
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Safely pulling double and triple trailers requires knowledge and skill. If you want to pull double or triple trailers, you must add the Doubles/Triples (T) endorsement to your Class A CDL. The Virginia doubles triples test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The VA CDL doubles triples test covers the following sections of the Virginia CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Air Brakes (if you plan to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes), Combination Vehicles, Doubles and Triples. Take this VA CDL practice test now to prepare for the actual test!
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Most heavy-duty vehicles use:
solid brakes.
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air brakes.
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hydraulic brakes.
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Truck tractors with air brakes built after March 1, 1997, are required to be equipped with:
hydraulic brakes.
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a rear backup camera.
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anti-lock brakes.
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You are driving a vehicle with air brakes when the low air pressure warning light and buzzer come on. You should:
slow down and test your brakes.
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pull off the road and stop immediately.
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activate your hazard lights and drive to the nearest place where you can stop.
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Dollies with ABS are required to have a malfunction lamp:
on the rear.
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on the right side.
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on the left side.
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Hanging meat in a refrigerated truck:
will not affect safe driving ability.
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can be a very unstable load.
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should never be transported.
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Air pressure should build up in a single air system, within about:
3 minutes.
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15 minutes.
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10 minutes.
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If you're feeling tired while driving you should:
eat something.
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drink coffee.
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stop driving and get some rest.
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Having ABS on only the trailer:
makes the trailer more likely to swing out.
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still gives you more control over your vehicle during braking.
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is very dangerous.
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Which of the following statements about retarders is NOT correct?
Retarders help you avoid skids.
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Retarders help slow a vehicle, reducing the need for using brakes.
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You should turn the retarder off whenever the road is wet, icy, or snow covered.
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When you discover a fire, if the trailer doors are hot you should not open them because:
with air many fires do less damage.
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opening the doors lets air in and may make the fire flare up.
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the temperature of the trailer should not be changed in any way.
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You must be at least 15 ½ years old to apply for a learner’s permit. At 16 years and 3 months of age, you can obtain a driver’s license. However, your license will be restricted until you reach 18 years old.
You have to schedule your appointment online. Simply select dates and times according to your preferences and the available options at your chosen Virginia DMV office. Check if your school is enrolled in DMV's remote testing program to take the DMV written test directly in your school.
Make sure you have the following documents:
- An application for a Virginia Driver's License signed by your parent/legal guardian unless you are over 18 or emancipated.
- One proof of identity.
- One proof of legal presence.
- Two proofs of Virginia residency.
- Proof of Social Security number (SSN).
You can refer to this guide to check the required documentation.
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To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Virginia Driver's Handbook. Study road rules and safe driving practices. Verify your knowledge with our free practice tests or sign up for DMV Premium to access additional resources. Once you are satisfied with your score, you are ready for the exam.
The DMV written test in Virginia consists of two parts. The first part includes 10 questions specifically on road signs, while the second part contains 30 multiple-choice questions that verify your general knowledge about traffic laws.
The score required to pass the DMV written test is 80% or higher. You must answer all the questions correctly on the first part about road signs, and you can miss up to 6 questions on the second part. You can't proceed to the second part of the exam if you answer any question incorrectly in the first part.
With a learner’s permit, you may drive under the following conditions:
- You can operate only with the supervision of a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, or with a family member who is 18 or older and holds a driver's license, seated near you.
- You cannot transport more than one passenger under 18, except for siblings.
After obtaining a driver's license, certain restrictions apply until you reach 18 years old:
- Driving between midnight and 4 a.m. is not allowed, except for work or school activities, with a licensed parent or spouse aged 18 or older, or in case of emergencies.
- For the first year, you may carry only one passenger under 21, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian seated near you. After one year, you can transport a maximum of three passengers under 21 for school activities or emergencies, or if accompanied by a licensed adult aged 21 or older seated near you.
You need to obtain a driver's license within one year after passing the DMV test, or you will have to retake it. If you're temporarily authorized to be in the U.S., the expiration date of your learner’s permit will match the expiration date shown on the document used to prove your legal presence.
If you're under 18 years old, you're required to wait 15 days while if you're 18 or older, you can retake the DMV written test the next day. However, regardless of age, if you fail the exam three times, you must complete an approved Driver Training School program. After completing the program, you'll need to present the Driver Education Certificate at a customer service center before making another attempt.
VA CDL Doubles Triples Test
Number of questions: | 20 |
Correct answers to pass: | 16 |
Passing score: | 80% |
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