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South Carolina CDL — General Knowledge Practice Test 2

The South Carolina CDL — General Knowledge knowledge test has ~50 questions; you need ~40 correct (80%) to pass.

This practice test follows that format: 50 questions, pass with 40 correct. Answer every page, then grade it to see the answers and explanations.

Questions 1–10 of 50

  1. 1.What is the consequence of a second major alcohol or drug offense involving a CMV?
  2. 2.Why does an empty truck often need a longer stopping distance than a loaded one?
  3. 3.When stopping normally, how should you apply the brake pedal?
  4. 4.What is the purpose of the diamond-shaped hazard labels a shipper attaches near hazardous cargo?
  5. 5.How can a large-vehicle driver warn following traffic that a slowdown is coming?
  6. 6.The manual advises that backing is always dangerous. What is the best general rule about it?
  7. 7.Which vehicles are required to stop at a passive railroad crossing that has only advance warning signs?
  8. 8.Within what distance should a driver always be capable of coming to a stop?
  9. 9.If a tire blows out, what should you do with the brakes at first?
  10. 10.South Carolina law (Code 56-5-4780) sets a minimum distance for dimming your headlights when approaching another vehicle from behind. What is that minimum?

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