Arkansas
CDL Practice Test

The practice tests below offer CDL practice test questions in all the different topic areas you’ll see on the Arkansas CDL test. The CDL tests are free and can be taken as often as you’d like to help you in your preparation for earning an Arkansas commercial driver’s license. You will be presented with 40 questions and you must answer 34 questions correctly to pass. There is a 50 minute time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin. Good luck!

1 / 40

What is the purpose of a baffle?

It controls the surge of liquid forward and backwards.

It makes it easier to clean the tanker out.

It stops side to side surging.

It allows you to haul loads that are mixed.

2 / 40

At 55 miles-per-hour it takes about 6 seconds to stop a fully loaded truck and the braking distance is:

about two truck lengths

about two car lengths

about 1/4 mile

about the length of a football field or 100 yards

3 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to driving a truck with triple or double trailers:

the truck requires increased following distance compared to smaller vehicles

the risk of trailer jackknifes and tipping is increased compared to shorter trucks

extra care should be taken when driving in bad weather and in the mountains

all answers listed

4 / 40

After deciding the type of evacuation that is necessary, the next step you must take is:

Opening the emergency exits.

Notifying the dispatch office of the evacuation.

Securing the bus.

Dangle the radio microphone out of the driver window for later use.

5 / 40

An example of a low pressure warning signal for air brakes is:

a wig wag mechanical arm

all of these answers are correct

red light

a buzzer

6 / 40

Two causes of tire fires are ______.

under-inflated tires and duals that touch

duals that touch and road debris

under-inflated tires and poor retreads

hot brakes and under-inflated tires

7 / 40

Another term for a smooth bore tank is:

A tank that is made out of stainless steel.

A liquid tank that has baffles.

A tank that is easily portable.

A liquid tank that does not have baffles.

8 / 40

When driving normally, some drivers use the hand valve before applying the brake pedal to prevent jack knifing. Select the most appropriate response to this statement.

it will result in less skidding than when just using the brake pedal alone

it should not be done

it is the best possible way to brake and maintain the truck in a straight path

should be used with caution and only if you are aware of the dangers

9 / 40

If students must cross the street, when they get off the bus, which statement is true?

When the driver signals that it is safe to proceed, the students must run across the street to reduce the exposure to danger.

The student should wait to cross the street until the bus continues on its route.

For crossing, students should make eye contact with the bus driver and wait for the driver's signal that it is safe to proceed.

If the bus is equipped with the crossing gate, the danger of running over the child is eliminated.

10 / 40

You are required to have a tank endorsement when transporting:

Passengers

Bulk fertilizer

Materials that are hazardous

Gas or liquid

11 / 40

This gauge has a governor cut-off.

The ammeter gauge

The coolant temperature gauge

Air gauge

Oil pressure gauge

12 / 40

What does the service brake system do?

they are valves that maintain air tank pressure

they are only on vehicles that have hydraulic brakes

under normal driving it applies and releases the brakes by using the brake pedal

they are part of an official vehicle inspection

13 / 40

Select the true statement about empty trucks:

they have a smaller stopping distance than full trailers

empty trucks stop in the same distance as a fully loaded truck

empty trailers are easier to stop because there is not cargo shifting

they have poor traction due to wheel lockup and bouncing

14 / 40

The brake pushrod should not move more than____for manual slack adjusters.

an inch when pulled by hand with the brakes released

1-2 inches while the brakes are set

checking is not required in vehicles built after 1994 as they have automatic slack adjusters

movement is not allowed

15 / 40

How often should you check your cargo?

every 150 miles or every three hours

all of these answers are correct

after every break you take during driving

within the first 50 miles after beginning a trip

16 / 40

The minimum tire tread depth for front tires is:

1/32-inch

3/8-inch

4/32-inch

1/2-inch

17 / 40

The main reason you should pull the dolly out from under a trailer before disconnecting it from the trailer in front is:

to provide additional lateral stabilization to the front trailer

it is possible that the dolly tow bar could fly up making it difficult to re-couple

removing the dolly before uncoupling is not the correct procedure

so the rear-trailer's air brake system will stay charged and keep the trailer wheels locked to prevent rolling

18 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to a converter dolly:

it is a connecting device consisting of one axle which disconnects a semitrailer combination vehicle converting it into two separate trailers

it is a coupling device with one or two axles and a fifth wheel with which a semitrailer can be coupled to the rear of a tractor-trailer combination forming a double bottom rig

it is a coupling device with only two axles and a sixth wheel to which a semitrailer can be coupled to the rear of a tractor-trailer combination forming a double bottom rig

none of the answers listed

19 / 40

You should follow behind other vehicles ______when traveling under 40 mph.

as close as possible so other drivers won't cut in front of you

at a distance of 1 seconds for every 10 feet of your vehicle length

at a distance of 1 second for every 15 feet of your vehicle length

at a distance of 1 second for every 5 feet of your vehicle length

20 / 40

What should the driver pay special attention to when driving smaller tanks?

All answers listed.

The high center of gravity.

The distrubition of weight.

The level of the fluid.

21 / 40

The trailer should be lowered so that _____.

the tractor comes in contact with the nose of the trailer

the trailer is high above the fifth wheel

it is slightly raised when the tractor is backed under it

you are able to use the landing gear to make adjustments

22 / 40

What is the reason that placards are used?

to prevent terrorism

it is the law

communicate the risk

so hazmat is not mixed with food

23 / 40

Why should you test the tractor protection valve?

to avoid the emergency brakes kicking on due to loss of air

all answers listed

to avoid loss of air from the trailer brakes

to avoid loss of air from the air hose

24 / 40

Why do air brakes take longer to stop than hydraulic brakes?

longer reaction time

it takes more time for the air to flow through the lines

none of the answers listed

the lines are hotter

25 / 40

Select the true statement about converter dollies:

they typically require a glad hand converter

because of their small size they have little braking power

all answers listed

they usually do not have spring brakes

26 / 40

You should____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop due to a crash.

use the hand valve

use stab or controlled braking

use only the engine brakes

maintain pressure on the brake pedal

27 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to managing the space to the sides:

you should try to avoid driving next to others when possible

high wind gusts will not cause any issues for doubles or triples

you should always keep your vehicle to the right side of the lane

you should drive down the center of both lanes over the pavement markings

28 / 40

Buses are prohibited from carrying all of the following hazardous materials except:

Small-arms ammunition.

Materials labeled radioactive in the space occupied by people.

Properly labeled poison gas canisters.

Properly secured tear gas canisters.

29 / 40

What handling effect will baffles have?

None of the answers listed.

There will be an increase in slow surge.

There will be less side to side surging.

There will be less of surging front to back.

30 / 40

What are spring brakes?

they are brakes that automatically come on for a truck or trailer when the psi drops too low

they are powerful springs that hold back air pressure when driving

they do not function when the psi falls below 30 psi

all of these answers are correct

31 / 40

When this item is missing or loose, movement may occur between the fifth wheel assembly and the frame.

Locking pins

Lug nuts

Locking jaw

Tandem release arm

32 / 40

Which of the following parts do not get checked in the Bus Interior inspection:

Emergency exit handles.

Each hand-hold and railing.

Seat coverings.

Signaling devices, including the restroom emergency buzzer, if the bus has a restroom.

33 / 40

Select the statement that best describes what the service line is for.

it is controlled by the foot brake or trailer hand brake and carries air

it is controlled by the foot brake and carries air

it is controlled by the trailer hand brake and carries air

all answers listed

34 / 40

Which trailer is most likely to tip over due to the crack the whip effect?

the heaviest trailer

the last trailer of a triple

the first trailer of a triples

the last trailer of a double

35 / 40

If you are driving a 100-foot truck with double trailers at 30 mph in dry conditions, how many seconds of space should there be between your truck and other vehicles?

36 / 40

You should never brake and should rely only steering inputs to avoid a crash while driving a tanker truck.

True, but only in ideal conditions

True, but only on downgrades

True

False

37 / 40

Do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard the vehicle, unless:

Your employer tells you to.

Bus is on a drawbridge.

You are also a class a tow truck driver.

Getting off the bus would be unsafe.

38 / 40

Most states require school bus drivers to take a physical examination:

Every 3 years

Annually

Twice per year

Every 2 years

39 / 40

Overhead inside mirror is used to:

See the blind spot immediately behind the bus.

Monitor traffic that approaches and enters the blind spot area.

See all of the students.

See the area where students exit the bus.

40 / 40

What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

open up the shutt off valves on the rear of the first trailer and close the shut off valve at the back of the second trailer

close the shut off valves at the back of each trailer

open the shut off valve at the back of both trailers

none of the answers listed

Your score is

The average score is 0%

5/5 - (1 vote)

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How To Get an Arkansas Commercial Drivers License

All residents looking to receive their Arkansas-issued CDL must have a valid operator's license and meet all the eligibility requirements listed below.

Arkansas residents can apply for their CDL at the age of 18. However, they may not obtain their Hazmat, Doubles/Triples, or School Bus endorsement until the age of 21 years old. In addition, only those over the age of 21 are eligible for commercial driving across state lines, or interstate commerce.

As per the FMCSA, all applicants must have a DOT physical card entailing their physical competence to drive a commercial vehicle. This physical card can be obtained for any one of the many physicians that are approved by the FMCSA.

There are certain instances where an applicant will be automatically disqualified from receiving their CDL. These include:

Having multiple operator's licenses.
Possessing a revoked, canceled, suspended, or denied driver's license.
Being restricted form commercial driving privileges in another state.

All commercial driver license applicants must successfully pass a skills test as well as one or more knowledge tests to obtain their CDL.

Endorsements

N – Tank Vehicles
H – Hazardous Materials
X – Tanker With Hazardous Materials
P – Passenger
S – School Bus
T – Triple or Double Trailers

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Arkansas CDL License Test Tips

All applicants seeking an Arkansas CDL must complete one or more general knowledge tests about commercial driving. Those looking for a Class A, B, and C CDL must complete a 50 question general knowledge assessment. A passing score is considered answering 40 or more questions correctly. Applicants for the Class A license are required to complete an additional 20 questions about combination vehicles. Applicants who are seeking endorsements will be required to take one general knowledge test per endorsement. The number of test questions will range from 20 to 30 depending on the endorsement sought. Removing the Air Brake Restriction will require a 25 question assessment. All knowledge tests must be passed with a score of 80 percent or better.

Additional Information

CDL Testing by the Arkansas State Police

The Arkansas State Police Driver Examination Division regulates the certifying and testing of commercial drivers in the state. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://asp.arkansas.gov
Phone: 501.618.8000

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