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CDL Practice Test

Below are practice questions for the Kansas CDL test. The site is free and you are able to take the practice test as many times as you need to as you prepare to obtain your Kansas CDL. The questions and answers covered in these Kansas practice CDL tests are taken from the Kansas DOT CDL manual. 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.

1 / 40

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

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

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

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.

2 / 40

What do yo need to do before supplying air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

close the shut off valves at the back of the second trailer and open the shut off valves at the back of the first trailer

open the shut off valves at the back of the first and second trailer

open the shut off valves at the back of the second trailer and close the shut off valves at the back of the first trailer

close the shut off valves at the back of the first and second trailer

3 / 40

Which of the following is NOT an important reason to look far ahead when you are driving?

determine if there are any hills coming up

look for brake lights from slowing vehicles

determine if there are any upcoming traffic lights that might require you to stop

look for vehicles coming into your lane

4 / 40

Your bus starts to lean toward the outside on a banked curve, you are:

Driving on a wet surface.

Driving in the mountains.

Driving with bad tires.

Driving too fast.

5 / 40

If there is rust around the nuts, what may it indicate?

They are fitted just right.

There is a leak somewhere.

They need to be changed out.

They are loose.

6 / 40

The belt that you need to make sure is securely mounted, without frays, and adjusts and latches properly is the:

The seat/safety belt

The air compressor belt

The water pump belt

The power steering belt

7 / 40

While driving at night, which lights should you use as often as you can?

high beams

novelty lights

emergency flashers

low beams

8 / 40

Which seats must have a seat belt:

All of these answers are correct.

Women and children seats.

The driver's seat.

Senior citizen seats.

9 / 40

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

Small arms ammunition (orm-d).

Emergency drug shipments.

Emergency hospital supplies.

Emergency tear gas.

10 / 40

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

Students should be told to pick up any dropped objects as long as it is not under the bus.

Students should be told to leave any dropped objects and move to the point of safety out of danger and get the driver's attention to retrieve the object.

Students should be told not to use the handrails when exiting the bus due to the possibility of causing a clothing hang up.

Students should be told to remain seated while the bus is in motion.

11 / 40

When accelerating:

speed up smoothly and gradually and avoid jerking

always use the parking brake to slow down

do not engage the clutch before you take your foot off the brake

"hammer down" when your wheels start to spin

12 / 40

What action should you take if there is no phone available and you discover your hazardous materials shipment leaking at a rest stop?

Keep driving, slowly and cautiously, until you reach a phone.

Send someone for help with all the necessary information.

Keep driving for help as quickly as possible.

Leave your truck parked with emergency lights on and walk for help.

13 / 40

What are the three types of emergency equipment that you must have with your vehicle?

first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flares

fire extinguisher, spare electrical fuses, warning devices for parked vehicles

warning devices for parked vehicles, first aid kit, flares

none of these answers are correct

14 / 40

The system that needs to be checked for signs of leaks with rust or carbon soot and damage is the _____.

fifth wheel

exhaust

none of the answers listed

air brake system

15 / 40

A safe haven is ______.

an approved place for parking unattended vehicles loaded with corrosive materials

an approved place for parking attended vehicles loaded with flammable materials

an approved place for parking unattended vehicles loaded with explosive materials

an approved place for parking unattended vehicles loaded with radioactive materials

16 / 40

The CDL manual indicates the last step on picking up students at the bus stop is as follows:

Activate the amber flashing caution lights to warn vehicles that the bus will stop to load passengers soon.

Place transmission in park or neutral and set parking brake.

Open the service door just enough to activate the alternating red light when traffic is in a safe distance from the bus.

Make a final check to confirm all traffic stops before opening the bus door and signaling students to approach.

17 / 40

The air leakage rate for a combination vehicle should not exceed ____psi a minute.

18 / 40

Select the true statement about stop valves in a cargo tank:

They protect the piping and tank during rear end collisions.

They will fall off in an emergency.

They are manually operated.

They will close in an emergency.

19 / 40

Select what you should not do when coupling the glad hands.

clean the couplers before connecting them

press the seals together at a 90 degree angle

make sure to match the colors or check the tags before connecting

cross the air supply lines to test for leaks

20 / 40

The direction of liquid movement not prevented by baffles is:

Side to side.

None of the answers listed.

Bottom to top.

Back to front.

21 / 40

The basic description of a hazardous material includes the hazard class, the identification number, and the proper shipping name. Which one must appear first on the shipping paper?

The identification number.

The hazard class.

The proper shipping name.

The box number.

22 / 40

When does your vehicle's single brake system need an adjustment?

if the pressure builds from 50 to 75 psi in less than 3 minutes

when the governor stops between 75-90 psi

if the compressor cuts out at between 70 and 90 psi

when the pressure builds from 85 to 100 psi in less than 1 minute

23 / 40

The most stable tanker shape is:

Elliptical

Square

Round

Cylindrical

24 / 40

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

clutch brake system

emergency brake system

service brake system

parking brake system

25 / 40

In what position should the shut off valves on a the rear of the front trailer be in on a set of double trailers?

in a halfway open position

in a 1/3 way open position

in an open position

in a closed position

26 / 40

What is the purpose of cladding in a tanker?

It protects the cargo from changes in temperature.

It eliminates liquid surge.

It controls the temperature of the cargo.

It protects the tanker form any corrosive cargo.

27 / 40

When driving tank vehicles you should:

Decrease your speed before entering a curve and then accelerate through it.

None of the answers listed.

Come to a stop before entering a curve and then accelerate through it.

Maintain the posted speed limit as you enter the curve.

28 / 40

Do you need to stop before a railroad crossing if you are hauling 100 pounds of Division 4.3 materials?

Impossible to tell without more information

Only if the arm is down telling vehicles to stop

Yes

29 / 40

Which trailer should be the first one after the tractor?

the trailer that is the shortest in length

the trailer that weighs the most

none of the answers listed

the trailer that weighs the least

30 / 40

Spring brakes are usually held back by_____during normal driving.

heat

clamps

air pressure

pressure of the spring

31 / 40

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate reason to flash your braking lights?

to warn vehicles approaching you from behind that you are driving slowly

to alert drivers behind you that there are hazards ahead

to signal to tailgaters that they are too close to your vehicle

to warn drivers behind you when you need to slow down

32 / 40

What is the earliest way to notice a trailer skid?

you can feel a jerk in the back of the tractor

you can see it in your mirrors

you can feel it pulling your steering wheel

you can hear the tires squealing

33 / 40

Which of the following statements about loading and unloading cargo tanks is false?

The person in attendance must be within 50 ft of the tanker.

The person attending the tanker must have a clear view of it.

The person in attendance must be authorized and able to move the vehicle.

The person in attendance must be aware of the danger.

34 / 40

Select the correct setup for shut-off valves:

the rear shut-off valves are closed and the front trailer valves are open

the front shut-off valves are closed and the rear trailer valves are open

the front and back shut-off valves are closed

the front and back shut-off valves are open

35 / 40

What are some of the important parts in the steering system?

main spring, axle, spring shackle

rim, lug nuts, tire

leaf spring, vehicle frame, torque rod

tie rod, spindle, pitman arm

36 / 40

The average person requires how many hours of sleep per 24 hour period?

6 or 7

8 or 9

5 or 6

7 or 8

37 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to empty trucks:

they require a shorter stopping distance than a fully loaded trailer

none of the answers listed

they are easier to stop because there isn't cargo shifting in the trailer

they may have poor traction due to bouncing and wheel lockup

38 / 40

You must keep shipping papers describing hazardous materials ______.

in a pouch on the driver’s door or in clear view within immediate reach while the seat belt is fastened while driving on the driver’s seat when out of the vehicle

within 100 feet of the hazardous materials at all times

in a pouch on the drivers door or in the overhead compartment above the driver’s seat only

with the bills of lading

39 / 40

What kind of surge occurs with baffles?

Bottom to top

Side to side

Circular

Back to front

40 / 40

Which of the following are possible causes of tire fires?

improperly loaded cargo and dual tires that touch

dual tires that touch and under-inflated tires

loose fuel connections or under-inflated tires

poor cargo ventilation or short circuits

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How To Get A kansas Commercial Drivers License

Applicants can apply for their CDL at the age of 18 years old. However, they may not drive out of the state of Kansas until they are 21 years of age. In addition, applicants must be 21 years of age or older to obtain their HazMat Endorsement and Double / Triple Endorsement. All CDL applicants must complete a Medical Self-Certification form and provide a valid DOT medical card to be eligible.

If an applicant falls into any of the descriptions below they are disqualified from obtaining their CDL.

You have more than one driver’s license.
Your driver’s license is currently suspended, revoked, denied, or canceled.
You have been convicted of driving impaired within the past 24 months.
You are disqualified from your CDL driving privileges in another state.

All Kansas CDL applicants must complete both a knowledge test and skills test to be eligible for their CDL. Specific Classes and Endorsements will require multiple tests.

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T – Double and Triple Trailers
P – Passenger Vehicles (including city buses or transport)
S – School Buses
N – Tank Vehicles
H – HazMat
X – Tank Vehicle that carries Hazardous Materials

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All applicants are required to take at least one general knowledge test that displays their acquired knowledge about commercial driving. This test is comprised of 50 general knowledge questions. Applicants must get a score of 80 percent or better to be eligible for their CDL Permit. Those seeking a Class A CDL will be required to complete an additional 20 questions regarding commercial combination driving. Applicants who are seeking endorsements are required to take one test per endorsement sought. These tests range between 20 and 30 questions. Applicants must receive a score of 80 percent or better to obtain their endorsement.

The skills test is comprised of three separate assessments. These include the pre-trip inspection, basic operating skills test, and the basic driving skills test. All of these must be successfully passed in order for the driver to obtain their CDL. Those seeking specific vehicle-related endorsements must take the skills test in the type of vehicle they are looking for an endorsement in.

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The Kansas Department of Revenue Division of Vehicles regulates CDL requirements in Kansas. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://ksrevenue.org/dovcdl.html

Phone: 785.296.3671

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