US Washington DMV CDL General Knowledge Test 1

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DMV Washington — Cdl General DMV — Washington (USA, State Traffic Law) USA — Washington State DMV & FMCSA (MUTCD) — USA

What is this test? for Washington DMV Cdl General permit/CDL, USA (MUTCD) — DMV — Washington (USA, State Traffic Law) level, USA — Washington.
Is this for you? For driver candidates in Washington, USA — Cdl General permit/CDL (16+, State DMV)
Section: DMV Washington — Cdl General · Education: High School & Adult (16+) · Part: DMV Washington — Cdl General · Country: USA · Region: USA — Washington

The DMV written test is an important step measuring driver candidates' knowledge of traffic laws, first aid, and vehicle technology.

This test reinforces your theoretical knowledge and provides the fundamentals needed to pass the exam and become a safe driver.

By solving this test of 20 questions, you can both test your knowledge and identify the topics you need to improve.

Question 1

In Washington, what is a pre-trip inspection for?

A) paperwork

B) catching unsafe conditions before driving

C) warming engine only

D) washing truck

Question 2

In Washington, what are hours-of-service limits (property)?

A) 5 hours max

B) no limits

C) 11 driving hours after 10 off

D) 20 hours straight

Question 3

In Washington, what is GVWR vs GCWR?

A) single-unit vs combination max weight

B) speed limits

C) same thing

D) tire sizes

Question 4

In Washington, what belongs in an emergency kit?

A) extra fuel cans

B) triangles, extinguisher, spare fuses

C) snacks only

D) pillow

Question 5

In Washington, how check cargo securement?

A) only at delivery

B) once a year

C) within first 50 miles, then regularly

D) never

Question 6

In Washington, what is the bridge formula for?

A) legal axle weight/spacing limits

B) toll prices

C) paint colors

D) bridge height

Question 7

In Washington, how far ahead scan at highway speed?

A) 1 mile always

B) 2 seconds

C) 12-15 seconds (quarter mile)

D) never

Question 8

In Washington, what is stopping distance made of?

A) luck

B) brakes only

C) tires only

D) perception + reaction + braking

Question 9

In Washington, how should you brake on downgrades?

A) pump fast

B) ride brakes hard

C) neutral coast

D) select low gear + light steady braking

Question 10

In Washington, what is brake fade?

A) new brakes

B) wet brakes

C) overheated brakes losing power

D) cold brakes

Question 11

In Washington, how handle blowout in truck?

A) slam brakes

B) jerk hard

C) firm grip, ease off, pull over

D) accelerate

Question 12

In Washington, what is hydroplaning speed risk?

A) only ice

B) never in trucks

C) as low as 30 mph on film of water

D) only 100+

Question 13

In Washington, how back a trailer?

A) fast with camera

B) no spotter needed

C) steer same way

D) turn wheel opposite, use mirrors/spotter

Question 14

In Washington, what is off-tracking?

A) tire brand

B) speeding

C) rear wheels cut inside in turns

D) brake wear

Question 15

In Washington, how take curves with CMV?

A) same as cars

B) faster

C) no need to slow

D) slow below posted truck speed

Question 16

In Washington, what are escape ramps for?

A) parking

B) runaway trucks on downgrades

C) weigh stations

D) rest stops

Question 17

In Washington, when use hazard flashers?

A) parking legally

B) night driving

C) always driving

D) breakdowns, slow traffic warnings

Question 18

In Washington, what is night driving rule?

A) same speed

B) no lights rural

C) slower, within headlight range

D) high beams always

Question 19

In Washington, how park a CMV?

A) level ground, parking brake, chock if needed

B) any slope

C) neutral anywhere

D) in gear only

Question 20

In Washington, what is coupling inspection?

A) tire shine

B) radio test

C) fifth-wheel jaws locked, no gap, lines secure

D) paint check

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