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Utah CDL General Knowledge Practice Questions - Utah Commercial Driver License General Written Knowledge Test Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
To receive a Utah commercial learner permit after CDL written testing, what must an applicant do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Pass all written knowledge tests required for the license class and endorsements
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B
Complete the CDL road skills test before taking any knowledge test
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C
Take only the vehicle inspection skills test
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D
Hold a passenger endorsement before applying for any CDL class
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Which Utah agency currently administers CDL driver licensing information and CDL written-test requirements?
Choose one answer below.
A
Utah Driver License Division
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B
Utah Department of Motor Vehicles registration office only
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C
A private truck stop testing company
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D
FMCSA directly issuing Utah CDLs
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QUESTION 3 / 25
What language rule does Utah DLD publish for CDL tests?
Choose one answer below.
A
They may be taken with translation materials
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B
They are administered in English only, and translation materials are prohibited
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C
They are available in any language offered for non-commercial knowledge tests
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D
They may be taken through an interpreter if the applicant brings one
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QUESTION 4 / 25
How many questions are on Utah DLD's General Written Knowledge Test for CDL applicants?
Choose one answer below.
A
20 questions
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B
25 questions
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C
50 questions
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D
100 questions
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Under federal CDL standards and Utah DLD rules, what score is needed to pass a CDL knowledge test?
Choose one answer below.
A
70 percent
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B
75 percent
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C
80 percent
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D
90 percent
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QUESTION 6 / 25
How does Utah DLD describe the fee for the core CDL written knowledge tests?
Choose one answer below.
A
The core tests are included in the $52.00 license application fee
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B
Each core written test always costs $52.00 separately
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C
The General Written Knowledge Test is free for unlimited attempts
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D
FMCSA collects a federal written-test fee before Utah can issue a CLP
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QUESTION 7 / 25
How many times may each Utah core CDL written knowledge test be taken before a second test fee is required?
Choose one answer below.
A
One time only
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B
Two times
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C
Five times
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D
Unlimited times during the same appointment
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QUESTION 8 / 25
How long is the Utah commercial learner permit issued after passing the required written knowledge tests?
Choose one answer below.
A
30 days
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B
90 days
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C
180 days
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D
Five years
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QUESTION 9 / 25
According to Utah DLD, who takes the General Written Knowledge Test?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only Class A applicants pulling doubles or triples
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B
All applicants applying for a Class A, B, or C CDL
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C
Only applicants seeking a hazmat endorsement
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D
Only drivers renewing a school bus endorsement
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QUESTION 10 / 25
Which topics does Utah DLD say the General Written Knowledge Test encompasses?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only hazardous-material shipping papers and placards
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B
Only passenger loading and school-bus student management
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C
General trucking knowledge, driving safety, transporting cargo, and pre-trip inspection
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D
Only air-brake system repair procedures
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QUESTION 11 / 25
What does Utah DLD require before a person applies for a CDL license?
Choose one answer below.
A
Be at least 18 years old and have held a Class D license for one year
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B
Be at least 15 years old and hold any learner permit
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C
Complete a motorcycle rider course first
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D
Hold a CDL from another state for one year
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What does FMCSA require state CDL knowledge tests to measure?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only memorized state fee schedules
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B
The knowledge and skills in 49 CFR Part 383 Subpart G for the vehicle group or endorsement
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C
Only road-sign recognition
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D
Only the applicant’s ability to shift a manual transmission
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QUESTION 13 / 25
Which topic is part of FMCSA required general CDL knowledge?
Choose one answer below.
A
Safe operations regulations, including inspection and safe operation rules
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B
Income-tax filing for owner-operators
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C
Passenger fare collection methods
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D
Forklift certification
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QUESTION 14 / 25
During an approach to a parked commercial vehicle for inspection, what should the driver look for first?
Choose one answer below.
A
General condition, leaning, damage, and fresh leaks under the vehicle
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B
Only the trailer registration plate
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C
Only the radio antenna
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D
Only whether the sleeper berth is clean
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QUESTION 15 / 25
Which engine-compartment items should be checked during a pre-trip inspection?
Choose one answer below.
A
Oil, coolant, power steering fluid, belts, hoses, and visible leaks
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B
Only the windshield-washer cap
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C
Only the vehicle identification number
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D
Only the engine paint color
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QUESTION 16 / 25
Why must a driver check lights and reflectors during the pre-trip inspection?
Choose one answer below.
A
They are needed for visibility, communication, and legal safe operation
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B
They affect only vehicle resale value
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C
They are inspected only on passenger buses
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D
They are optional during daylight
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What condition makes a tire unsafe during inspection?
Choose one answer below.
A
Proper inflation and no damage
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B
A sidewall bulge, serious cut, or exposed fabric
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C
Matching tires on the same axle
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D
A valve cap installed securely
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What minimum tread depth is required on front steering axle tires of a CMV?
Choose one answer below.
A
2/32 inch
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B
4/32 inch
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C
1/32 inch
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D
No minimum if the tire is inflated
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QUESTION 19 / 25
What minimum tread depth is generally required on non-steering axle CMV tires?
Choose one answer below.
A
4/32 inch
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B
2/32 inch
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C
6/32 inch
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D
No tread if chains are carried
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What should be checked on wheel rims during inspection?
Choose one answer below.
A
Cracks, bends, welding repairs, and loose or missing lug nuts
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B
Only whether the rim is polished
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C
Only tire brand labels
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D
Only the color of the wheel cover
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QUESTION 21 / 25
What should a driver look for when inspecting steering components?
Choose one answer below.
A
Loose, worn, bent, damaged, or missing parts
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B
Only whether the steering wheel cover is attached
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C
Only tire valve-stem caps
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D
Only whether the horn button looks new
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QUESTION 22 / 25
Why should exhaust components be inspected during a pre-trip?
Choose one answer below.
A
Leaks or poor mounting can allow fumes into the cab or damage nearby lines and wiring
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B
Exhaust color determines the CDL class
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C
Only diesel vehicles require exhaust systems
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D
Exhaust inspection is used only for passenger endorsements
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What emergency equipment is commonly required on a CMV?
Choose one answer below.
A
A properly charged fire extinguisher, spare fuses if needed, and three warning devices
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B
A household smoke detector only
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C
A snow shovel and extra shoes
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D
A spare steering wheel
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QUESTION 24 / 25
When a CMV is stopped on the road for a breakdown, how soon should warning devices generally be placed?
Choose one answer below.
A
Within 10 minutes
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B
After the next rest break
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C
Only after police arrive
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D
Only after sunset
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What is the purpose of a driver vehicle inspection report when defects are found?
Choose one answer below.
A
To notify the carrier about defects that may affect safe operation before the vehicle is used again
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B
To replace all future pre-trip inspections
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C
To document fuel purchases
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D
To avoid repairing defects until annual inspection
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