CDL GENERAL KNOWLEDGE FINAL
REVIEW MANUAL 2026 TESTED
QUESTIONS CORRECT ANSWERS
● Which of these is NOT required knowledge for drivers needing the
hazardous material endorsement? Answer: Basic chemistry.
● There are several things to do when driving through a highway work
zone. In addition to obeying the speed limit, which of these should you
also do? Answer: Decrease your speed even further for adverse weather.
● To avoid a crash, you had to drive into the right shoulder. You are
now driving at 40 mph on the shoulder. How should you move back onto
the pavement? Answer: If the shoulder is clear, stay on it until your
vehicle has come to a stop. Then move back onto the pavement when it
is safe.
● "Implied consent" means: Answer: You have given your consent to be
tested for alcohol in your blood
● You should stop driving: Answer: Whenever you become sleepy
● Which of these is true about hazardous materials: Answer: All
hazardous materials present a health and safety threat
, ● For first offence of driving a commercial vehicle under the influence
of alcohol or drugs, you wil lose your CDL for at least Answer: 1 year
● Why is it important to shift gears correctly? Answer: Keep control of
the vehicle
● Where should the ignition key be during the pre-trip inspection?
Answer: In your pocket
● Extra care is needed to keep your vehicle centered in your lane
because commercial vehicles: Answer: Are often wider than other
vehicles.
● How many red reflective triangles are you required to carry? Answer:
3
● If you must cross into the oncoming line as you make a turn you
should: Answer: Watch for an oncoming traffic
● When driving at night, you should: Answer: Adjust your speed to
keep your stopping distance within your sight distance
REVIEW MANUAL 2026 TESTED
QUESTIONS CORRECT ANSWERS
● Which of these is NOT required knowledge for drivers needing the
hazardous material endorsement? Answer: Basic chemistry.
● There are several things to do when driving through a highway work
zone. In addition to obeying the speed limit, which of these should you
also do? Answer: Decrease your speed even further for adverse weather.
● To avoid a crash, you had to drive into the right shoulder. You are
now driving at 40 mph on the shoulder. How should you move back onto
the pavement? Answer: If the shoulder is clear, stay on it until your
vehicle has come to a stop. Then move back onto the pavement when it
is safe.
● "Implied consent" means: Answer: You have given your consent to be
tested for alcohol in your blood
● You should stop driving: Answer: Whenever you become sleepy
● Which of these is true about hazardous materials: Answer: All
hazardous materials present a health and safety threat
, ● For first offence of driving a commercial vehicle under the influence
of alcohol or drugs, you wil lose your CDL for at least Answer: 1 year
● Why is it important to shift gears correctly? Answer: Keep control of
the vehicle
● Where should the ignition key be during the pre-trip inspection?
Answer: In your pocket
● Extra care is needed to keep your vehicle centered in your lane
because commercial vehicles: Answer: Are often wider than other
vehicles.
● How many red reflective triangles are you required to carry? Answer:
3
● If you must cross into the oncoming line as you make a turn you
should: Answer: Watch for an oncoming traffic
● When driving at night, you should: Answer: Adjust your speed to
keep your stopping distance within your sight distance
