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Welcome to the site for practicing questions on the Kentucky CDL test. The site is free and you are able to take the practice test as many times as you need to. Questions are from the KY CDL Manual and cover items such as Air Brakes, Double/Triple Trailers, Hazardous Materials, and School Busses. 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.

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You should activate hazard lights within approximately how many feet before railroad crossing?

2 / 40

When transporting both hazardous and non hazardous materials, your bills must:

3 / 40

A portable tank differs from a cargo tank in that ______.

4 / 40

How do you test the trailer service brakes?

5 / 40

An oncoming vehicle keeps its high beams on. You should deal with this hazard by:

6 / 40

Which of the following statements about "Radioactive" labels is true?

7 / 40

What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection?

8 / 40

Air tanks need to be drained:

9 / 40

Select the statement that is not part of the air-brake system:

10 / 40

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

11 / 40

Which of the following should you do when confronted by an aggressive driver?

12 / 40

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

13 / 40

You don't want to use wheel chocks when hooking a combination to a second trailer with no spring brakes. What should you do?

14 / 40

Select the true statement about handling triples and doubles:

15 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to managing space to the sides.

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Suspension systems:

17 / 40

This object should be checked to make sure that the cap(s) are on tight, that it is secure, and there are no leaks.

18 / 40

Which of the following statements about special danger of loading and unloading is true?

19 / 40

The Emergency Response Guide, ERG, can best be explained as _____.

20 / 40

The 3 parts of the air brake system are: service brakes, parking brakes, and ____.

21 / 40

One reason hauling liquids in tank vehciles require special care is:

22 / 40

How can you determine if your vehicle is equipped with ABS?

23 / 40

Which of the following about the front tires on a commercial bus is true?

24 / 40

Placarded vehicles must carry which type of fire extinguisher?

25 / 40

When should you avoid using the parking brake?

26 / 40

This should be cleaned and then adjusted properly while inside the cab.

27 / 40

How far away are you required to park from a bridge, tunnel, or building if you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials?

28 / 40

You need to raise the landing gear just to the height of where it clears the pavement before driving.

29 / 40

In the event of a tire failure you should...

30 / 40

You downshift automatic transmissions ______.

31 / 40

Select the true statement about speed and stopping distance.

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Is this statement true or false: You do not need to use the parking brake if are leaving your vehicle for a short amount of time.

33 / 40

Select the step that comes first:

34 / 40

What handling effect will baffles have?

35 / 40

Select which is not a mandatory emergency equipment:

36 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the braking power of spring brakes.

37 / 40

To find out if a shipment includes a hazardous material, you should:

38 / 40

The gauge that indicates normal or increasing lubrication pressure to prevent engine seizure, failure or breakdown is:

39 / 40

You should check your mirrors while making a lane change:

40 / 40

If you are drowsy, you should _____ before you drive.

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How To Get A kentucky Commercial Drivers License

All applicants must possess a valid Kentucky Class D driver’s license and meet all the below requirements to be eligible for their CDL. Applicants who are age 18 may apply for their CDL license. These drivers are restricted to in-state driving, may not operate school buses, or haul hazardous materials. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older to drive out-of-state and receive their School Bus and/or Hazardous Materials Endorsement(s). All drivers applying for their commercial driver’s license must provide the Division of Driver Licensing with a valid DOT medical card.

Drivers who fall into the below categories are disqualified from receiving their CDL:

  • Having more than one driver’s license.
  • Current license is suspended or revoked.
  • Being convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol within 24 months of submitting an application.
  • Being convicted of two or more serious moving violations within a 36 month period.

All CDL applicants are required to complete both knowledge tests as well as a practical skills test.

Endorsements
T – Double/ Triples
P – Passenger
N – Tank
H – Hazardous Materials
S- School Bus

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kentucky CDL License Test Tips

General knowledge tests for Class B and C driver applicants are comprised of 50 questions. Those applying for a Class A CDL are required to complete the initial 50 questions as well as 20 additional questions about combinations. Each endorsement requires the applicant to complete a separate knowledge assessment. Endorsements for Doubles/Triples, School Bus, Tank, and Passenger Transport are comprised of 20 questions. The Hazardous Materials Endorsement requires a 30 question test. Lastly, the removal of the Air Brake Restriction is comprised of 25 questions. All assessments must be passed with a score of 80 percent or better.

All applicants will need to take a skills test that assesses their ability to operate their intended vehicle. Once applicants receive their Kentucky CDL permit after completing the knowledge assessment(s), they may apply for the skills test 14 days later. The skills test is comprised of three different parts that will all be assessed in one testing session. These areas include the pre-trip inspection, basic control skills, and driving test. All applicants must successfully show their skills in all three of these areas to be considered eligible for their CDL.

Additional Information

Information on the Kentucky Division of Driver Licensing

The Kentucky State Police regulates CDL requirements in Kentucky. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://kentuckystatepolice.org/drivers-testing/

Phone:  502.782.1800

 

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