CDL General Knowledge Exam
Questions With Correct Marking Scheme
/. When you are in a 60 foot vehicle, how much space should you maintain in front of
you at highway speeds? - Answer-Seven seconds
/.What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving? - Answer-Pull off
the road and park in an open area
/.The best way to put out a fire is to: - Answer-Stand upwind and spray the base of the
fire
/.What are some causes of vehicle fires (3): - Answer-* Spilled fuel
* Short circuits
* Driver smoking
/.Safe drivers must maintain space around their vehicles for the following reasons (3): -
Answer-* In case you must stop suddenly
* In case there are cars following too closely
* In case there is an obstacle in the road.
/.Hydroplaning can occur when you drive through water or slush. If you experience
hydroplaning you should: - Answer-Release the accelerator and push in the clutch
/.When making a right hand turn, you should always: - Answer-Keep the rear of your
vehicle close to the curb
/.A front wheel skid is usually caused by (3): - Answer-* Driving too fast for conditions
* Lack of tread on the front tires
* Cargo improperly loaded
/.Driving at night is more dangerous because of the following (3): - Answer-* Most
people are less alert at night due to fatigue
* Headlights often cause glare which can blind drivers
* There are more drunk drivers at night
/.How often should you check your cargo (3)? - Answer-* Within 25 miles after
beginning a trip
* After you have driven for three hours
* After you take a break
Questions With Correct Marking Scheme
/. When you are in a 60 foot vehicle, how much space should you maintain in front of
you at highway speeds? - Answer-Seven seconds
/.What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving? - Answer-Pull off
the road and park in an open area
/.The best way to put out a fire is to: - Answer-Stand upwind and spray the base of the
fire
/.What are some causes of vehicle fires (3): - Answer-* Spilled fuel
* Short circuits
* Driver smoking
/.Safe drivers must maintain space around their vehicles for the following reasons (3): -
Answer-* In case you must stop suddenly
* In case there are cars following too closely
* In case there is an obstacle in the road.
/.Hydroplaning can occur when you drive through water or slush. If you experience
hydroplaning you should: - Answer-Release the accelerator and push in the clutch
/.When making a right hand turn, you should always: - Answer-Keep the rear of your
vehicle close to the curb
/.A front wheel skid is usually caused by (3): - Answer-* Driving too fast for conditions
* Lack of tread on the front tires
* Cargo improperly loaded
/.Driving at night is more dangerous because of the following (3): - Answer-* Most
people are less alert at night due to fatigue
* Headlights often cause glare which can blind drivers
* There are more drunk drivers at night
/.How often should you check your cargo (3)? - Answer-* Within 25 miles after
beginning a trip
* After you have driven for three hours
* After you take a break
