Pennsylvania DMV CDL General Knowledge Quick Practice Test 1

Pennsylvania DMV CDL General Knowledge Quick Practice Test 1 For 2026

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Quick Facts:

Number of Questions – 20

Passing Percentage – 80%

Test Type – Free Test

1. An Individual Vehicle Distance Record (IVDR) does not need to include which of the following?

The dates of a trip
The total distance traveled
The number of vehicles passed

2. The most common type of foundation brake used is the:

S-cam drum brake.
C-cam drum brake.
G-cam disc brake.
P-cam disc brake.

3. As the driver of a truck carrying a load, you are responsible for all of the following, except:

Inspecting the cargo.
Recognizing poorly balanced weight.
Knowing the phone numbers of all fire departments along your intended route of travel.

4. You should always use at least ____ to secure cargo on a flatbed trailer.

One tie-down
Two tie-downs
Three tie-downs
Four tie-downs

5. When accelerating on a surface with poor traction, such as a wet road, a driver should:

Speed up quickly.
Speed up slowly.
Not be concerned about the pavement.

6. Using the brakes creates heat. If too much heat is produced:

The brakes may not work.
The brakes may squeak more than usual.
The brakes will brake unevenly.

7. Brake fading is caused when:

Brakes are not used often enough.
Brakes overheat.
Brakes are too cold.
Brakes are wet.

8. If another driver is following you too closely, you should do all of the following, except:

Avoid quick changes.
Increase the distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
Speed up.
Avoid relying on tricks to help others pass.

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