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CDL Practice Test

Welcome to the Rhode Island CDL practice test site. You can take these practice tests and go through the questions as many times as you like as you attempt to obtain your CDL in Rhode Island. 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

What color and shape is the trailer air supply control?

it is a square knob that is yellow

it is a triangle-shaped knob that is red

it is a square knob that is red

it is an 8-sided knob that is red

2 / 40

Some school busses are marked with the LNG placard. What does LNG stand for?

Lifted neutral graftring.

None of these answers are correct.

Low-range pneumatic gearbox.

Liquified natural gas.

3 / 40

Never refuel your bus:

In a closed building with passengers on board.

Without a static chain.

With a higher grade of fuel.

With any of the windows open.

4 / 40

You should follow the posted speed limits for curves and be aware of:

A rollover may occur even when driving at the posted speed limit.

The posted speed limit may be too high for safety.

All answers listed.

The higher center of gravity on a tank truck.

5 / 40

Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?

look for an escape ramp or an escape route

pump the brake pedal

downshift

put the gears in neutral

6 / 40

This should be cleaned and then adjusted properly while inside the cab.

The windshield

The headlights

The mirrors

The lug bolts

7 / 40

What is most likely to occur when driving a tanker truck and the front wheels begin to skid?

Nothing will occur.

No matter how you steer, you will continue in a straight line.

The surge will disconnect the tank from the truck.

The tank will roll over.

8 / 40

Select the purpose of fanning air brakes:

it increases the air pressure

it decreases the braking power

it cools them down

lower air pressure

9 / 40

When is it acceptable for non-hazardous materials to be described by hazard class words or identification numbers?

Never

During an emergency

Always

For hazards not described in the hazmat manual

10 / 40

Take extra caution when driving smooth bore tanks during:

Driving into the wind.

Drive down or up an incline.

All answers listed.

Stops and starts.

11 / 40

Select the factors that can cause your brakes to fade or fail:

the brakes are out of adjustment

not relying on engine braking enough

using the service brakes excessively

all of these answers are correct

12 / 40

The trailer height is correct for connecting a converter dolly to a second or third trailer when:

the trailer will rise slightly when the converter dolly is backed underneath it

the kingpin is over the fifth wheel

all answers listed

the center of the kingpin is past the locking jaw

13 / 40

Liquid surge affects the handling of a tanker by:

Decreasing the wind drag.

Allowing you to take tighter turns.

Allowing you to stop faster.

Moving the truck in the direction of liquid flow.

14 / 40

What is a king pin?

it is a pin that locks the trailer to the tractor on the fifth wheel

it is a pin that locks the air brake lines together

it is a pin that a driver receives for being a safe driver

it is a pin that holds the wheel on to the axles

15 / 40

Wet brakes can cause _____.

lack of braking power

pulling to one side or the other

brakes to apply unevenly

all of these answers are correct

16 / 40

Is it mandatory that all vehicles with air brakes have low air pressure warning signals?

for large vehicles only

for small vehicles only

yes

17 / 40

Unless you_____you will feel the effects of a liquid surge.

gradually come to a stop

make turns carefully and slowly

all answers listed

haul thick liquids

18 / 40

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

The header board

The bumper

The back doors

The mud flaps

19 / 40

Select the true statement about convex ("spot") mirrors.

they are against the law in the majority of states

you do not need to look at them as often as flat mirrors

they make things look farther away and smaller than they actually are

they make things closer and larger than they really are

20 / 40

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

The air gauge

The power gauge

The coolant pressure gauge

The ammeter/voltmeter

21 / 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 _____.

none of the answers listed

a low air warning device should sound before the air pressure drops below 40 psi

a low air warning device should sound before the air pressure drops below 60 psi

the tractor protection valve and parking brake valve should pop out before air pressure falls below 60 psi for combination vehicles

22 / 40

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

Any stop the bus makes.

Stop to load or unload students.

Busy intersection.

Sharp turns.

23 / 40

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

use the emergency brakes only

turn off the abs and brace for impact

use stab or controlled braking

keep a firm pressure on the brake pedal

24 / 40

Which of the following materials would be an acceptable floor liner for moving Division 1.1 or 1.2 materials?

Stainless steel

Carbon steel

Non-ferrous metal

All of these answers are correct

25 / 40

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

hydraulic fluid reservoir

steering knuckle

main spring

tie rod

26 / 40

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

raised

normal

mid position

lowered

27 / 40

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

None of the answers listed

Bulkheads

Layers

Waffles

28 / 40

The best way to test the low air pressure warning signal is to:

apply pressure on and off the brake pedal until the air pressure drops below 20 psi

apply pressure on and off the brakes while the engine is running

apply pressure on and off the brake pedal with the engine off to drop the air pressure to below 60 psi

manually release the air out of your brakes to see if the signal activates

29 / 40

How often should you check the tires on a placarded trailer that has dual tires?

Each time you stop.

Start of each day and every time you stop.

Once every three hours.

Once every 100 miles.

30 / 40

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

the tractor protection valve will close

the trailer supply valve will remain open

the tractor will gain air pressure

the tractor to lose all air pressure in the tanks

31 / 40

When backing, what is the best method to use to avoid blind spots?

back towards the driver's side, where you can see better

use a helper

use mirrors on both sides

look at your path

32 / 40

The longest crack that brake or disc drums can have is:

Cracks are not permitted.

None of the answers listed.

1/2 the width of the friction area.

1/2 inch across in a straight line.

33 / 40

The trailer should be lowered so that _____.

you are able to use the landing gear to make adjustments

the trailer is high above the fifth wheel

it is slightly raised when the tractor is backed under it

the tractor comes in contact with the nose of the trailer

34 / 40

When using turn signals, which of the following should be avoided?

signal just before you start to make a turn

signal before you exit

signal when you want to change lanes

signal when you are merging into traffic

35 / 40

In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm

move the victims out of the way immediately

notify authorities

protect the area

36 / 40

It is good practice to_____when uncoupling.

all answers are appropriate

have the glad hands coupled together

make sure the electrical cable is hanging with the plug end down

have the glad hands coupled to the dummy couplers

37 / 40

It takes special care to drive tankers with liquid in them because:

The high center of gravity of the load.

The low center of gravity of the load.

The baffles create odd rocking motions.

The movement of the liquid even when the truck is stopped.

38 / 40

If you are required to stop at railroad crossings, you must:

All of these answers are correct.

Proceed only when you are sure no train is coming.

Remember to never shift gears while crossing tracks.

Stop 15 to 50 feet before the nearest rail.

39 / 40

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

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

to alert drivers behind you that there are hazards ahead

to warn drivers behind you when you need to slow down

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

40 / 40

Select the true statement about slack adjusters:

they do not ever need to be adjusted

they can be adjusted automatically or manually

they should move a minimum of 2 inches from the push rod attachment

they should only be adjusted by a mechanic that is certified in slack adjusters

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How To Get A rhode island Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in Rhode Island, applicants must meet the following age eligibility requirements.

Be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within Rhode Island only).
Be at least 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of Rhode Island).

Rhode Island CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are capable of operating a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Rhode Island applicants must get assistance with the forms from a CDL-certified doctor. Applicants are required to submit a (REV 2011) Self-Certification for a Commercial Driver’s License and a (Form MCSA-5875) Medical Examiner’s Certificate Medical Examiner’s Report Form.

Commercial drivers are required to have a medical card or certificate. This requirement does not apply to drivers who are employed by the federal, state or local governments. Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in Rhode Island. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

Rhode Island CDL Endorsements

H – Hazmat Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Double or Triple Trailer
X – Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazmat Vehicles

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rhode island CDL License Test Tips

All Rhode Island CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the Rhode Island test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The Rhode Island skills test can be taken 14 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each section.

Military veterans and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they meet the requirements. To qualify for a waiver, applicants must:

Possess a valid Rhode Island Driver’s license.
Be active duty military personnel.
Operate a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
Have been honorably discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
Submit an Application for CDL Skills Test Waiver.

Additional Information

Information on the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles

The State of Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles administers CDL license regulations in Rhode Island. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://www.dmv.ri.gov/licenses/commercial/

Phone: 401.462.5813

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