Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Illinois 2024 #1 Page 3 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Illinois class A license test. The official exam test consists of several obligatory parts, with all of them checking your knowledge of different blocks of road rules. If you need to obtain a IL CDL class A permit in 2024, practice as much as possible. Free sample tests published on our website will help you check and improve your knowledge and boost your grades. Please bear in mind that CDL class A requirements may vary from state to state.
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15 . How often must school buses be inspected?
Every five years
School buses are among the vehicles that are required to undergo semi-annual safety inspections.
16 . The brake pedal is part of which braking system?
The auxiliary brake system
The service brake system applies and releases the brakes when a driver presses the brake pedal while driving normally.
17 . After starting a trip while transporting cargo:
The cargo should be inspected after 50 miles on the road to ensure it is still properly secured.
The securement of cargo must be checked before beginning a trip, within the first 50 miles of a trip, and then again every three hours or 150 miles.
18 . An applicant will be denied a hazardous materials endorsement if they:
Already have a driver license.
Your application for a hazardous materials endorsement can be denied, or your existing endorsement canceled, if you do not have legal permanent status in the United States; you renounce U.S. citizenship; you are wanted for, under indictment for, or convicted of certain felonies; you are judged mentally incompetent or are involuntarily committed to a mental institution; or you are deemed by the Transportation Security Administration to pose a security threat.
19 . Hydroplaning is like:
Walking.
Hydroplaning is similar to water skiing: your vehicle's tires glide along the road on a film of water without having traction with the surface of the road.
20 . During a basic vehicle control skills test, you may be asked to:
All of the above.
Maneuvers that may be included in the basic vehicle control skills test include straight line backing, offset back/right parking, offset back/left parking, driver side parallel parking, conventional parallel parking, and alley docking.
21 . Escape ramps are:
Ramps that cannot be used by automobiles.
Escape ramps are constructed in areas with steep downgrades to allow a means of safely stopping runaway vehicles. They consist of a long bed of loose, soft material, and sometimes an uphill slope.
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2024 Illinois | Frequently Asked Questions
To acquire a CDL Tank endorsement in Illinois, you must first have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Next, study the Tank Vehicles section of the Illinois Commercial Driver's License Study Guide. Once prepared, schedule and pass the written tank vehicle endorsement test at a Secretary of State Driver Services facility. The endorsement will then be added to your CDL.
To obtain a CDL Tank license, it is essential to have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) first. Then, you need to study the Tank Vehicles section of the Illinois Commercial Driver's License Study Guide. After studying, you must pass the written tank vehicle endorsement test at a Secretary of State Driver Services facility in Illinois.
While specific training or experience isn't legally mandatory for a CDL Tank endorsement in Illinois, it is highly recommended. Understanding the operation of tank vehicles and handling of liquid cargo is crucial. Studying the Tank Vehicles section of the Illinois Commercial Driver's License Study Guide and passing the written test at a Secretary of State Driver Services facility is required.
Yes, to obtain a CDL Tank endorsement in Illinois, you must pass an additional written test. This test covers specific knowledge related to the safe transport of liquid and gaseous materials in tank vehicles. The information for the test can be found in the Tank Vehicles section of the Illinois Commercial Driver's License Study Guide.
The written test for the CDL Tank endorsement in Illinois covers various subjects including: high and low center of gravity and its impact on vehicle stability, how to inspect tank vehicles, how to drive vehicles loaded with liquids or gases, and special safety considerations for hazardous materials. All these subjects are detailed in the Illinois Commercial Driver's License Study Guide.
The CDL Tank endorsement assessment evaluates your understanding of tank-specific operations. You'll be tested on handling liquid surge, inspecting tank vehicles, managing a high center of gravity, and the implications of carrying a full or partial load. However, it's primarily a knowledge test, so specific driving maneuvers aren't typically assessed in this endorsement.
Yes, drivers with a CDL Tank endorsement must comply with specific requirements and regulations. These include maintaining a clean driving record, undergoing regular medical examinations, and adhering to hours-of-service regulations. Additionally, drivers must follow safety procedures when loading and unloading tanks, and comply with hazardous materials transportation regulations if applicable.
No, you cannot legally transport liquid or gas materials without a valid CDL Tank endorsement in Illinois. This endorsement is necessary for operating a commercial vehicle designed to transport any liquid or gaseous materials within a tank or tanks having an individual rated capacity of more than 119 gallons and an aggregate rated capacity of 1,000 gallons or more.
Yes, the CDL Tank endorsement can be added to your current license in Illinois. You don't need to apply for a fresh license. However, you must pass the Tank Vehicle endorsement test. Once passed, the endorsement will be added to your existing CDL, allowing you to legally operate tank vehicles.
Yes, handling hazardous materials with a CDL Tank endorsement requires adherence to specific regulations. Drivers must pass the Hazardous Materials (HazMat) endorsement knowledge test, undergo a federal background check, and submit fingerprints. They must also follow safety protocols for loading and unloading hazardous materials, and comply with shipping paper requirements.
