Take Texas CDL Section 14 Practice Test

QUESTION 1 / 10

What is required on the side of every pole trailer?

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A1 red reflector✓B1 amber side-marker lamp✓C3 safety chains✓D2 red tail-lamps✓

QUESTION 2 / 10

What are the rules regarding passing two-wheeled vehicles?

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AAllow at least 3 feet to the left✓BPermit sharing a lane with the vehicle✓CAllow at least 6 feet to the left and do not share a lane✓DAlways pass at a minimum speed✓

QUESTION 3 / 10

What is the maximum allowable weight for a vehicle to require a Class A CDL in Texas?

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A10,000 lbs✓B26,000 lbs✓C32,000 lbs✓D26,001 lbs✓

QUESTION 4 / 10

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of low tire pressure?

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ASafe handling of the vehicle✓BIncreased tire wear✓CPoor fuel efficiency✓DIncreased chances of blowouts✓

QUESTION 5 / 10

What is the primary purpose of a commercial driver's license (CDL)?

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ATo allow drivers to operate personal vehicles✓BTo ensure drivers have the necessary skills and knowledge to operate commercial vehicles safely✓CTo certify drivers for emergency vehicle operations✓DTo provide job security in the transport industry✓

QUESTION 6 / 10

What should you do if your vehicle loses power steering?

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AAccelerate to regain control✓BContinue driving until the next station✓CPull over and stop safely without sudden movements✓DTurn off the engine immediately✓

QUESTION 7 / 10

What behavior is least likely to occur if a driver employs defensive driving techniques?

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ACrashes caused by sudden stops✓BAnticipation of potential hazards✓CMaintaining a safe following distance✓DReducing distractions within the vehicle✓

QUESTION 8 / 10

What must be indicated when a load extends beyond legal limits?

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AA red triangular sign✓BA 12-inch red flag✓CA light on the rear✓DNo indication is required✓

QUESTION 9 / 10

How many vehicles are allowed in any combination according to Texas rules?

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ATwo✓BThree✓CFour✓DFive✓

QUESTION 10 / 10

What is required to transport hazardous materials with a CDL?

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AA special vehicle✓BA hazardous materials endorsement✓CA special license✓DNo special requirements✓