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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

Placarded vehicles must carry which type of fire extinguisher?

B-C fire extinguisher

Hazmat extinguisher

A-B fire extinguisher

C-D fire extinguisher

2 / 40

A slack adjuster is:

a lever that connects the brake drum to the brake shoe

a lever that connects the brake camshaft with the brake chamber

a lever that connects the brake chamber push rod with the foundation brake camshaft

a lever that connects the return spring and the brake chamber push rod

3 / 40

You should look into the back of the fifth wheel on a dolly to see if it is locked onto the kingpin.

only at the end of a shift

true

false

only in a level loading dock

4 / 40

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

raised

mid position

normal

lowered

5 / 40

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

6 or 7

5 or 6

7 or 8

8 or 9

6 / 40

Do you need to stop before a railroad crossing if you are hauling 100 pounds of Division 4.3 Dangerous When Wet material?

Only in populated areas

Yes

Only if you have more than 1,001 pounds of it

7 / 40

The pintle hook should be_____ and the converter dolly air tank drain valve is___when doing a walk around inspection of a triple or double trailer.

free, closed

latched, open

latched, closed

free, open

8 / 40

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

Because the cargo has a low center of gravity.

Because of the high friction point.

Because the cargo has a high density.

Because the cargo has a high center of gravity.

9 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to when a bulk tank vehicle stops at an intersection on a slippery surface:

The movement of the liquid may push the truck into the intersection.

The trailer may slide into the oncoming traffic.

The trailer may slide to the side due to the rocking motion.

The liquid may leak out of the tank.

10 / 40

How do you check the air compressor governor "cut in" and "cut out" pressures?

monitor the air pressure gauge

all of these answers are correct

decrease the tank pressure by stepping on and off the brake

run the engine at a fast idle

11 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

Iodine.

International restrictions.

International transportation.

Invalid substance.

12 / 40

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

Emergency windows

Both hatches

Roof vents

Windows

13 / 40

Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

If time allows, walk through the bus and close all windows.

If time allows, notify the dispatcher about evacuation location, conditions, and type of assistance needed.

If time allows, backup to the stop before evacuating the bus.

If time allows, notify the police.

14 / 40

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

3 hours, 200 miles

1 hour, 50 miles

5 hours, 250 miles

2 hours, 100 miles

15 / 40

Make sure that_____before you back under a trailer.

the air supply knob has been pulled out

the air brakes are in an off position

the air supply knob has been pushed it

the trailer brakes have been locked

16 / 40

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

All answers listed

The air system lines

The brake chambers

The brake linings

17 / 40

At a railroad crossing, the bus is required to stop at the stop line. If there is no clearly marked stop line, what is the required minimum and maximum stopping distance?

No closer than 15 feet and no further than 50 feet, where you have the best view of the tracks.

No closer than 15 feet and no further than 30 feet, where you have the best view of the tracks.

No closer than 10 feet and no further than 60 feet, where you have the best view of the tracks.

No closer than 10 feet and no further than 40 feet, where you have the best view of the tracks.

18 / 40

This object should be free of shiny treads, rust, free of cracks and distortions.

Lug nuts

None of the answers listed

Rims

Bolt spacers

19 / 40

This object should be checked to make sure that the cap(s) are on tight, that it is secure, and there are no leaks.

Exhaust system

Air coolant system

Fuel tank

Windshield fluid line

20 / 40

To test the security of the tractor semi trailer connection you should:

you don't need to check it

look at it carefully after pulling forward gently in a low gear against the locked trailer brakes

with the trailer brakes locked, rock the trailer back and forth

put the tractor in a high gear and quickly pull ahead

21 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the braking power of spring brakes.

it depends on the adjustment of the service brakes

braking power can only be tested by licensed mechanics

it will not be affect by the condition of the service brakes

the braking prower increases when the brakes are hot

22 / 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

downshift

put the gears in neutral

pump the brake pedal

23 / 40

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

move the victims out of the way immediately

stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm

protect the area

notify authorities

24 / 40

When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that:

Every handhold and railing is secure.

Emergency exit handles are secure.

Rider signaling devices are working.

All of these answers are correct.

25 / 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 higher center of gravity on a tank truck.

The posted speed limit may be too high for safety.

All answers listed.

26 / 40

Which of the following types of cargo must never be carried on a bus with passengers?

Tear gas

Small arms ammunition (orm-d)

Emergency hospital supplies

Emergency drug shipments

27 / 40

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

use mirrors on both sides

use a helper

look at your path

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

28 / 40

A placarded vehicle must carry what type of fire extinguisher?

One with a rating of 5 a/b minimum.

One with a rating of 10 b/c minimum.

One with a rating of 10 a/b minimum.

One with a rating of 5 b/c minimum.

29 / 40

What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

none of the answers listed

close the shut off valves at the back of each trailer

open up the shutt off valves on the rear of the first trailer and close the shut off valve at the back of the second trailer

open the shut off valve at the back of both trailers

30 / 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:

3 years

2 years

1 years

4 years

31 / 40

Is it important to look into the back of the fifth wheel to see if the lockpin is locked in?

yes

only at the end of the shift

only every 7 days

32 / 40

Upon what does the amount of liquid you can carry in a load depend?

All of the answers listed.

The amount of expansion that will occur.

The legal weight limits.

The weight of it.

33 / 40

Select the true statement about speed and stopping distance.

Tank surge will decrease your stopping distance.

You need two times the stopping distance when driving at 40 mph compared to 20 mph.

None of these answers are correct.

When the road is wet it will double your stopping distance.

34 / 40

How do you hook a combination to a second trailer without spring brakes and without using wheel chocks?

make sure the trailer won't roll when coupling

disconnect the air supply lines after supplying air to the trailer air system via the tractor

go ahead and couple it

have the trailer electric cord to a generator so it can supply braking power

35 / 40

The locking jaws of the kingpin should close around:

the tip

the apex

the base

the shank

36 / 40

If you are already carrying 100 pounds of silver cyanide, what precautions must you take if you are given papers at a dock to carry 100 cartons of battery acid?

Make sure there is plenty of space between the two.

Make sure the battery acid is loaded on top of the silver cyanide.

Make sure the silver cyanide is loaded on top of the battery acid.

Inform someone and not load the battery acid.

37 / 40

Make sure____when the front trailer supports are up and the trailer is sitting on the tractor.

neither of the answers listed

there is enough space for clearance between the nose of the trailer and the tops of the tractor tires

both of the answers listed

there is enough space for clearance between the landing gear and the tractor frame

38 / 40

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

none of the answers listed

lug bolt

shock dampeners

spring mounts

39 / 40

How do you supply air to the trailer tanks?

by connecting the red and blue lines

by pulling out the trailer air supply valve

by connecting the service line glad hand

by pushing in the trailer air supply valve

40 / 40

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

yes

for small vehicles only

for large vehicles only

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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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