2024 ILLINOIS CDL GENERAL
KNOWLEDGE PRACTICE TEST
EXAM WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
What should you carry on your person while driveing an interstate? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSMedical certification
Two serious traffic violations in three years can mean no CDL for - CORRECT-
ANSWERSat least 60 days
Three serious traffic violations in three years can mean no CDL for -
CORRECT-ANSWERSat least 120 days
with an engine fire - CORRECT-ANSWERSturn the engine off ASAP, don't open
the hood, shoot extingushers through the louvers
the B:C type of fire extinguisher can be used to fight fires in - CORRECT-
ANSWERSelectrical equipment and liquids
The A:B:C type fire extinguisher can be used to fight fires: - CORRECT-
ANSWERSin electrical equipment, that leave an ash, that are fueled by
liguids
Water can be used to put out: - CORRECT-ANSWERStire fires
when your body needs sleep - CORRECT-ANSWERSsleep is the only solution
Driving and taking a drug which makes you slightly drowsy or relaces you is -
CORRECT-ANSWERSagainst the law
There are 9 hazard classes. They: - CORRECT-ANSWERSreflect the risks
associated with a particular material.
Vehicles carrying aby amount of hazardous materials - CORRECT-
ANSWERSmust have shipping papers readily available
Gross weight is the vehicle weight - CORRECT-ANSWERSas driven, loaded
, When checking tire pressure - CORRECT-ANSWERSthe only acceptable way is
to use a tire pressure gage
Vehicles can be declared out of service for - CORRECT-ANSWERSbeing
overloaded
The ___ is responsible for not over-loading the vehicle - CORRECT-
ANSWERSdriver
who has primary resposibility for making sure that cargo is properly secured?
- CORRECT-ANSWERSdriver
Normally a driver should inspect their load within 25 miles after starting a
trip, when a change of duty status is made and every (1) hours or (2) miles,
whichever comes first - CORRECT-ANSWERS(1) 3 (2) 150
Poor weight balance - CORRECT-ANSWERScan make handling unsafe
Blocking is used to - CORRECT-ANSWERSkeep cargo from sliding
Bracing is used to - CORRECT-ANSWERSkeep cargo from tipping over
properly loaded cargo is - CORRECT-ANSWERScentered on the cargo area
tie downs must be attached with - CORRECT-ANSWERShooks, bolts, rings
headache racks (front end header boards) - CORRECT-ANSWERSprotect you
from shifting cargo
in a balanced load the weight will be - CORRECT-ANSWERScentered
sealed loads - CORRECT-ANSWERScan't be inspected
if you are convicted of a traffic violation, you should notify your employer
within 30 days if the following is true - CORRECT-ANSWERSthe violation
occured in your personal vehicle or the violation occurred in a commercial
vehicle
when hauling livestock - CORRECT-ANSWERSkeep the animals bunched
together, the animals will lean out on a curve, shift the center of gravity and
make the vehicle less stable, a rollover is an ever present danger
when hauling hanging meat in a semitrailer - CORRECT-ANSWERSa rollover is
an ever present danger
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Elitaa. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $14.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.