Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Wisconsin 2025 #1 Page 5 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Wisconsin 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 WI CDL class A permit in 2025, 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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29 . After beginning a trip while transporting cargo, a driver should check the cargo again within the first:
100 miles.
The securement of cargo must be checked within the first 50 miles of a trip, and then again every three hours or 150 miles.
30 . To prevent your vehicle from rolling backward when beginning to move, you can:
To ensure that your vehicle does not roll backward when beginning to move after a stop, you should partly engage the clutch before removing your right foot from the brake pedal.
31 . Joggers who are wearing headsets:
Usually don’t have music playing.
Be careful around pedestrians, joggers, and cyclists who are wearing headphones. They may not be able to clearly hear surrounding traffic and may not be aware that you are there.
32 . If a driver begins to feel fatigued while driving, they should:
Drive faster to finish the trip more quickly.
If you begin to feel drowsy while driving, the only safe response is to safely leave the road and get some sleep. Using artificial stimulants can be dangerous because they may cause extreme fatigue when they begin to wear off.
33 . What is reaction distance?
Your vehicle's stopping distance can be calculated by adding together your perception distance, your reaction distance, and your vehicle's braking distance. Reaction distance is the distance traveled between the moment you mentally perceive a hazard and the moment you physically hit the brakes.
34 . When should you slow for a curve?
You should always slow to a safe speed before entering a curve. Slowing while within the curve could cause a skid.
35 . Rust around wheel nuts may mean:
It is important to inspect your tires before every drive. Rust around wheel nuts may indicate that they are loose.
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2025 Wisconsin | Frequently Asked Questions
In Wisconsin, obtaining a CDL Tank Endorsement requires passing a written test. To prepare, study the Tank Vehicles section of the Wisconsin Commercial Driver's Manual. After studying, schedule a test at your local DMV. If you pass, you'll need to pay a fee to add the endorsement to your CDL. Remember, you must already have a valid CDL to qualify.
To obtain a CDL Tank license, you must first possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Then, study the Tank Vehicles section of your state's Commercial Driver's Manual. You'll need to pass the written tank vehicle endorsement test at your local DMV. Lastly, pay the required fee to add the endorsement to your CDL.
While specific training or experience isn't legally required for a CDL Tank endorsement, it's highly recommended. Knowledge about handling tank vehicles, understanding the surge effect, and knowing safety procedures is crucial. Studying the Tank Vehicles section of the Commercial Driver's Manual thoroughly helps. However, practical experience or training can significantly improve your understanding and driving skills.
Yes, to obtain a CDL Tank endorsement, you need to pass an additional written test. This test covers specific knowledge related to the safe operation of commercial tank vehicles. It includes topics like vehicle inspection, driving techniques, and dealing with emergencies. The content for this test can be found in the Tank Vehicles section of the Commercial Driver's Manual.
The written test for the CDL Tank endorsement includes topics such as: the inspection and operation of tank vehicles, understanding the "baffled" and "unbaffled" tanks, managing the surge effect, handling high center of gravity, safe driving techniques, and responding to emergencies or hazardous conditions related to tank vehicles. The goal is to ensure safe and knowledgeable operation of tank vehicles.
The CDL Tank endorsement assessment primarily evaluates your knowledge rather than specific driving maneuvers. It focuses on understanding the unique handling of tank vehicles, managing surge, comprehending the differences between baffled and unbaffled tanks, and dealing with hazardous materials. Practical skills are usually assessed during the general CDL road test, not in the tank endorsement test.
Drivers with a CDL Tank endorsement must comply with federal and state regulations. They cannot drive tank vehicles without a valid CDL and the Tank endorsement. Additionally, if the tank vehicle is carrying hazardous materials, they must also have a Hazmat endorsement. Exceeding weight limits, failing to secure loads properly, or not following safety regulations can lead to penalties or loss of the endorsement.
No, you cannot transport liquid or gas materials in a tank vehicle without a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Tank endorsement. This is a federal requirement and applies in all states, including Wisconsin. Violating this rule can lead to serious penalties, including fines and suspension of your CDL.
The CDL Tank endorsement can be added to your current commercial driver's license. You don't need a fresh application for a new license. However, you will need to pass a knowledge test specific to tank vehicles, and in some cases, a skills test may also be required. Once you pass, the Tank endorsement will be added to your existing CDL.
Yes, handling hazardous materials with a CDL Tank endorsement requires additional certifications. You must possess a Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) endorsement along with your CDL Tank endorsement. To get this, you'll need to pass a written test on federal and state regulations for transporting hazardous materials and undergo a federal background check.
