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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

This object releases the fifth wheel locking jaw to allow uncoupling.

2 / 40

The amount of liquid you can carry depends on:

3 / 40

Select the factor that has no effect on how much liquid you can carry:

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

What do you check when doing a visual inspection of the coupling?

6 / 40

A drawbridge does not have a traffic light showing green or a traffic control attendant. How many feet before the draw of a bridge must a bus driver stop?

7 / 40

These tires should have a minimum tread depth of 4/32 inches.

8 / 40

When driving a combination vehicle, the trailer breaks away severing the air lines. The trailer brakes should come on and ____.

9 / 40

The bolst, brackets, or bushings that attach the air bag and/or spring to the vehicle and axle frame are _____.

10 / 40

Animals and human foodstuffs should not be loaded in the same vehicle with?

11 / 40

Take extra caution when driving smooth bore tanks during:

12 / 40

Which of the following is the most important reason for doing a pre-trip inspection?

13 / 40

The object that doesn't get checked at the side of the trailer is the:

14 / 40

If there is no traffic light or attendant, how far from the draw of a drawbridge must you stop?

15 / 40

This gauge has a governor cut-off.

16 / 40

The best way to go into a curve is to decrease your speed going into the curve and then ____going through it.

17 / 40

When there is a hazardous materials emergency. You should:

18 / 40

If there is not a sight glass to check the oil level you are required to look for leaks around the _____.

19 / 40

What will happen right away should the service air line come apart but the emergency line is intact while driving a combination vehicle?

20 / 40

When would you lock some emergency roof hatches in a partly open position?

21 / 40

On a drawbridge, you do not need to stop, but must slow down and make sure it's safe, when:

22 / 40

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

23 / 40

Off-tracking happens when going around a corner and:

24 / 40

The direction of liquid movement not prevented by baffles is:

25 / 40

Select the false statement about suspension:

26 / 40

What does the amount of liquid you can carry depend on?

27 / 40

Air pressure loss in a vehicle with a fully charged air system should be less than_______after the initial drop and brake applied.

28 / 40

When driving in very hot temperatures, you should:

29 / 40

Select the step that comes first:

30 / 40

You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

31 / 40

The manual says you should look _____ ahead while driving.

32 / 40

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

33 / 40

You should line up_____when getting ready to back under the trailer.

34 / 40

A "transport index" relates to products that are:

35 / 40

A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

36 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to brake drums or discs:

37 / 40

A driver of a tank vehicle should take curves, off ramps, and on ramps at a speed lower than the posted speed limit.

38 / 40

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

39 / 40

What is the safest way to stop unruly behavior on the bus?

40 / 40

To decide which placards you need, if any, what three things do you need to know?

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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.

Endorsements
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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kansas CDL License Test Tips

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.

Additional Information

Information on the Kansas Department of Revenue,
Division of Vehicles

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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