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

Placarded vehicles must carry which type of fire extinguisher?

B-C fire extinguisher

Hazmat extinguisher

A-B fire extinguisher

C-D fire extinguisher

2 / 40

After the initial drop, the maximum leakage rates per minute is:

10 psi for combination vehicle and 5 psi for single vehicle

3 psi for combination vehicle and 1 psi for single vehicle

6 psi for a combination vehicle and 5 psi for single vehicle

4 psi for a combination vehicle and 3 psi for a single vehicle

3 / 40

The designation RQ identifies the material's:

Regulatory quotient

Reference quotient

Regulatory quantity

Reportable quantity

4 / 40

Do empty trucks have the best braking?

yes

yes, but only if the truck is newer than 1998

yes, but only on wet surfaces

5 / 40

Which of the following must be closed while the bus is in motion?

Windows

Emergency windows

Both hatches

Roof vents

6 / 40

What does the service brake system do?

they are only on vehicles that have hydraulic brakes

they are part of an official vehicle inspection

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

they are valves that maintain air tank pressure

7 / 40

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

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

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

8 / 40

You should be in the proper gear before going down a hill because:

water may build up in the air tanks if you do not rely on the engine brake

it helps control your speed better

brakes may fail or fade from excessive heat due to relying on them too much and not using the engine brake effect

it builds up the air pressure in the air tanks

9 / 40

Double and triple trailers should be driven with care to avoid a rollover or jacknife.

only in ideal conditions

only on downgrades

true

false

10 / 40

What is the best way to prevent brakes form overheating while drive down a steep grade?

use the trailer brakes only

drive at a speed of 5 mph below your safe speed

use the stab braking method

use countersteering practices

11 / 40

This object should not have any missing parts, be fully raised, the crank handle is secured, and that there is no damage to the frame.

Drop arm

Landing gear

Release arm

Lifts/doors/tires

12 / 40

What does it mean when the safety valve releases air?

all of these answers are correct

pressure has passed 150 psi

you need it to have it checked out by a mechanic because something is wrong

there is too much air in the air compressor

13 / 40

What are the dividers that are inside tankers that have an opening at the bottom and top?

Bulkmets

Baffles

Taffles

Layers

14 / 40

Is it important to look into the back of the fifth wheel to see if the lockpin is locked in?

only every 7 days

only at the end of the shift

yes

15 / 40

What should you hook up before backing a tractor to a trailer for coupling?

the safety bar

the electrical service line

the service and emergency air lines

there is nothing to be hooked up

16 / 40

Which trailer is most likely to turn over when you make a sudden turn while pulling doubles?

the front trailer is twice as likely

there is an even chance for either trailer

trailers will never turn over

the rear trailer is twice as likely

17 / 40

Why are you required to take an exam about air brakes?

it is a federal requirement

you cannot receive a CDL at all otherwise

you would have to get a CDL with a restriction otherwise

all trucks have air brakes

18 / 40

A baffled tanker has:

Bulkheads with holes that allow liquid to flow through it.

Separate compartments inside the trailer.

Balls floating in it to increase the speed of the liquid movement.

No side to side surge.

19 / 40

The golden rule for school buses when approaching and crossing railroad tracks is:

None of these answers are correct.

Stop, look, and turn on the radio lights overhead.

Stop, look, and listen.

Stop, go, and stop.

20 / 40

Which of the following three hazard classes should NOT be placed into a temperature-controlled trailer (one with a heater/air conditioner unit)?

Classes 1, 4, and 51

Classes 1, 21, and 3

Classes 1, 3, and 6

Classes 1, 3, and 4

21 / 40

Select when you should use the hand valve to park a combination vehicle.

when parking in a commercial lot

never

when parking on a downgrade

when parking at a loading dock

22 / 40

Drivers placard their vehicle to _____ the risk.

take away

elevate

minimize

communicate

23 / 40

You should_____when checking the slack adjusters on S-Cam brakes.

pull hard on each slack adjuster while wearing gloves

pull on the slack adjusters after draining the air from the system

pull on the slack adjuster while the parking brakes are on

make sure there is an inch of leeway in each direction for the slack adjuster

24 / 40

Select the statement that tells you how you can check the low pressure warning signal.

Turn the electrical power off and apply pressure on and off the brake pedal to decrease air tank pressure. The low air pressure warning signal must come on before the pressure drops to less than 30 psi in the air tank.

The low pressure warning signal is only testable by the factory.

Turn the electrical power on and apply pressure on and off the brake pedal to increase air tank pressure. The low air pressure warning signal must come on before the pressure increases to more than 60 psi in the air tank.

Turn the electrical power on and apply pressure on and off the brake pedal to decrease the air tank pressure. The low air pressure warning signal must come on before the pressure drops to less than 60 psi in the air tank.

25 / 40

Which of the following types of cargo can never be carrier on a bus with riders?

Emergency hospital supplies.

Emergency tear gas.

Small arms ammunition (orm-d).

Emergency drug shipments.

26 / 40

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

get sleep

drink coffee

take a cold shower

do a little exercise

27 / 40

What are shippers trying to accomplish when they package the material?

Make it as light as possible.

All of these answers are correct.

Make it easy to open and close.

Make it easy to identify.

28 / 40

You should check that the _____are secure, caps are on tight, and is not leaking.

fuel tanks

coolant system

none of the answers listed

cb radio

29 / 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

30 / 40

For Division 1.1 or 1.2 Explosives A, should the floor liner required be stainless steel?

Yes

Never use a floor liner for any explosive class

Any type of floor liner is sufficient

31 / 40

This should have no illegal stickers, dirt, obstructions, or damage to the glass.

Mirrors and windshield

The rearview mirror

The headlights

None of the answers listed

32 / 40

What is the purpose of a baffle?

It allows you to haul loads that are mixed.

It makes it easier to clean the tanker out.

It stops side to side surging.

It controls the surge of liquid forward and backwards.

33 / 40

This object is not checked at the rear of the trailer.

The bumper

The back doors

The mud flaps

The header board

34 / 40

Select the inappropriate way to test for the low pressure warning signal.

have the electrical power on

turn off the engine

decreased the air pressure by stepping on and off the brake pedal

ask for a pedestrian to listen for the signal

35 / 40

The interlock system for the brake and accelerator on a transit coach may be used:

All of these answers are correct.

As a safety feature when the exit door is open.

To replace the rear door emergency buzzer.

To replace the parking brake.

36 / 40

You should decrease to a safe speed before entering a curve and then_____through it.

pump the brakes

ride the brakes

accelerate

shift down 2 gears

37 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to as why you should make sure the fifth wheel plate is greased as recommended:

To make sure the electrical connections are good.

To decease heat and noise.

To prevent any steering problems.

To make sure that uncoupling easier.

38 / 40

A hazard class that uses transport indexes to determine the amount that can be loaded in a single vehicle is _____.

Class 1 explosives

Class 7 radioactive materials

Class 6 poisons

Class 3 flammable liquids

39 / 40

What action should you take before driving while drowsy?

pull off the road and get some sleep

drink a cup of coffee

open your vehicle windows for some fresh air

drink energy drinks

40 / 40

What will occur as a result of failing to perform all 3 components of the air brake check?

A deduction of 15 points.

None of the answers listed.

An automatic failure of the vehicle inspection test.

The driver must restart the pre-trip from the beginning.

Your score is

The average score is 0%

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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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