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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.

1 / 40

While completing the 3rd component of the air brake check of a combination vehicle, at what psi should the tracor protection valve and parking brake valve should pop out?

2 / 40

When transporting explosives you may not park:

3 / 40

What must vehicles with air brakes have?

4 / 40

You should check your tires every ____ or every ____ when driving in very hot weather.

5 / 40

A bus has a GVWR of 22,000 pounds and seats 24 passengers. What CDL class is this vehicle?

6 / 40

Select the answer that is controlled by the foot brake.

7 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to if a glad hand on the blue air line is missing a seal.

8 / 40

The manual says you should look _____ ahead while driving.

9 / 40

Select the true statement about tractor protection valve:

10 / 40

With the controlled braking method, you _____?

11 / 40

Tires should should be replaced:

12 / 40

While completing the 2nd component of the air brake check you are required to turn the electrical power on, begin fanning off the air pressure by rapidly relasing and apply the foot brake and _____.

13 / 40

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

14 / 40

Select the definition of "off-tracking."

15 / 40

The trailer should be lowered so that _____.

16 / 40

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

17 / 40

It is very important that you never smoke around which hazard classes?

18 / 40

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

19 / 40

By law, the warning lights must only be used when approaching a:

20 / 40

When arriving at the destination announce:

21 / 40

A tractor should not be backed under a trailer until the whole air system is:

22 / 40

What is the purpose of a driver placarding his or her vehicle?

23 / 40

What is the standee line?

24 / 40

A commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is defined as:

25 / 40

The walls that separate compartments inside the tanks and having openings at the top and bottom are called:

26 / 40

There must not be more than_____for engine compartment belts.

27 / 40

In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valves and pintle hook be in?

28 / 40

Drivers who transport route controlled radioactive materials must carry a dated certificate of radioactive materials training. This training must have ocurred within the last:

29 / 40

With most hazardous materials, you may park within 5 feet of the road briefly, if your work requires it. The materials that are the exception and do not allow parking this close to the road are:

30 / 40

What are the liquid tight separations between compartments inside tanks called?

31 / 40

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

32 / 40

Class A explosives must not be transported in a combination vehicle if the vehicle includes:

33 / 40

You should_____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop your tanker.

34 / 40

Which seats must have a seat belt:

35 / 40

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

36 / 40

What will probably happen if the converter dolly is still under the second trailer and the pintle hook is unhooked?

37 / 40

What position should the tractor protection control valve be in after coupling?

38 / 40

If you are traveling at 55 mph in a 30-foot vehicle, you should leave how many seconds of following distance?

39 / 40

This object should be clean with no obstructions, illegal stickers or damage to the glass.

40 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the center of gravity for tanks:

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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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