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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.

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

2 / 40

The reason a bulk liquid tanker is hard to handle is:

3 / 40

There must be a hazardous materials identification number on the ______ and on the ______.

4 / 40

How do you make sure the trailer height is correct before coupling?

5 / 40

Select the portion of the combination vehicle that is most likely to turn over suddenly when pulling a double trailer:

6 / 40

Bus drivers must have a CDL if they drive a vehicle:

7 / 40

What must vehicles with air brakes have?

8 / 40

If hazardous material is spilling from your vehicle, do not move your vehicle:

9 / 40

A "transport index" relates to products that are:

10 / 40

Always try to back toward the driver's side because

11 / 40

Select the correct description for a bulkhead tank.

12 / 40

Surge affects the handling of a tanker by:

13 / 40

A shipper’s certification is best described as _____.

14 / 40

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

15 / 40

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

16 / 40

How should the trailer be lined up when preparing to back the tractor up?

17 / 40

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

18 / 40

The best way to test if the spring brakes come on automatically is to:

19 / 40

A placard is required for a combustible liquid at?

20 / 40

How do you supply air to the trailer tanks?

21 / 40

You should place the starter switch key into your pocket while you are performing the pre-trip inspection because:

22 / 40

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

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

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

25 / 40

Which of the following answers lists the three types of emergency equipment you must have on your bus?

26 / 40

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

27 / 40

Carry-on baggage cannot be stored:

28 / 40

To inspect the______you should pump the pedal 3 times and hold it down for 5 seconds while making sure the pedal doesn't move during those 5 seconds.

29 / 40

Which of the following is NOT a part of the steering system?

30 / 40

Never refuel your bus:

31 / 40

When you discharge an unruly passenger, you must choose a place that is:

32 / 40

How should the shut off valves at the rear of the trailer be when inspecting doubles?

33 / 40

Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

34 / 40

Buses may carry small-arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs. However, buses must never carry:

35 / 40

The baffles in a tank trailer help to control:

36 / 40

In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valve be in for double trailer combination?

37 / 40

Some hazardous materials may not be loaded together with other hazardous materials. The prohibited combinations are listed in the:

38 / 40

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

39 / 40

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

40 / 40

What are the 3 methods for securing a second trailer before coupling?

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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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