Kansas CDL Class B Practice Test (KS) 3

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If you're gearing up for the Kansas CDL Class B test, you've found the right resource! Our third Kansas CDL practice test is a comprehensive tool designed to put your knowledge and skills to the test. With 20 meticulously crafted questions, this CDL class B practice test gives you a taste of what to expect on the actual exam. We know that getting at least 16 questions right is essential, so we've made sure to cover all the critical areas you'll encounter on test day. Aspiring commercial drivers in Kansas understand the importance of a Class B CDL for operating heavy vehicles like buses and trucks. This DMV practice test, focusing on Class B CDL applicants, is tailored to help you master the necessary skills in 2026. We delve into vital topics like pre-trip vehicle inspection and basic vehicle control. You'll find permit test questions on gear shifting, including downshifting, and learn how to handle challenging driving scenarios such as navigating hills and steep downgrades. Communication on the road is key to safety, and our Kansas CDL class B practice test ensures you're well-versed in this aspect. Additionally, we cover crucial areas like speed control, drug and alcohol awareness, and more. Our aim is to prepare you not just for the test but for real-world driving scenarios you'll face as a commercial driver. What sets our CDL practice test apart is its dynamic nature. Updated for 2026, it reflects the latest driving laws and regulations, ensuring you're studying up-to-date material. The randomized question sets each time you take the test make it a unique experience. This approach helps solidify your understanding of the material rather than just memorizing the order of questions. By focusing on essential driving knowledge, including sharing the road, transporting cargo safely, and handling emergency situations, our Kansas CDL general knowledge practice test equips you with the necessary skills for a successful driving career. So, get started today and take a step closer to achieving your CDL Class B license in Kansas.
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Sample Kansas CDL Test Questions - General Knowledge

Question 1

The Two-Way Traffic warning sign tells you to prepare for:

This sign warns drivers to _____________.
  1. A Crossing a two-way road at an intersection
  2. B Entering a roadway carrying traffic in both directions
  3. C Entering a one-way roadway
  4. D Making a required turn before the next street

Correct answer: B – Entering a roadway carrying traffic in both directions

The Two-Way Traffic sign warns of a transition to a two-lane roadway carrying traffic in opposite directions. It is commonly used where a divided roadway ends or where a one-way street changes to two-way operation. Drivers should be prepared for oncoming vehicles rather than treating the roadway ahead as one-way.

Source: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, 11th ed. — § 2C.51, “Two-Way Traffic Sign (W6-3)”

Question 2

In Kansas, what must you do first before making a permitted right turn on red?

  1. A Slow down and check only for vehicles
  2. B Enter the intersection without stopping
  3. C Yield while continuing to roll forward
  4. D Come to a complete stop

Correct answer: D – Come to a complete stop

A driver must stop at the marked stop line, before the near crosswalk if there is no line, or before entering the intersection if neither exists. A right turn may then be made cautiously unless a sign prohibits it. The driver must yield to pedestrians and to traffic lawfully using or closely approaching the intersection.

Source: K.S.A. § 8-1508(c)(1)–(2) – Traffic-control signal legend

Question 3

Which statement correctly distinguishes GCW from GCWR?

  1. A GCW is a manufacturer’s rating, while GCWR is the combination’s actual weight
  2. B GCW covers only the power unit, while GCWR covers only the trailer
  3. C GCW is the combination’s actual loaded weight, while GCWR is its applicable rated value
  4. D GCW and GCWR are identical measurements

Correct answer: C – GCW is the combination’s actual loaded weight, while GCWR is its applicable rated value

GCW is the actual combined weight of the power unit, towed units, and cargo. Under the federal CDL definition, GCWR is the greater of the manufacturer’s power-unit value shown on the required certification label or the applicable sum of GVWRs or GVWs producing the highest value. The Kansas manual uses this distinction when discussing combination-vehicle weight and CDL applicability.

Source: Kansas Commercial Driver’s License Manual (March 2025) — § 3.2.1, “Definitions You Should Know”, 49 CFR § 383.5 – Definitions, 49 CFR § 390.5T – Definitions

Question 4

What is controlled braking?

  1. A Using only the parking brake on a vehicle without ABS
  2. B Applying the brakes firmly without locking the wheels
  3. C Locking the wheels, releasing them, and applying the brakes again
  4. D Holding the brake pedal down after the wheels lock

Correct answer: B – Applying the brakes firmly without locking the wheels

Controlled braking means applying the brakes as hard as possible without locking the wheels. Steering movements should remain very small. If the wheels lock or a larger steering correction becomes necessary, release the brakes and reapply them as soon as possible. This technique helps preserve both braking effectiveness and steering control.

Source: Kansas Commercial Driver’s License Manual (March 2025) — § 2.17.2, “How to Stop Quickly and Safely”

Question 5

When fighting an engine-compartment fire, you should raise the hood fully to reach the base of the flames.

  1. A True
  2. B False

Correct answer: B – False

Turn off the engine as soon as possible, but avoid opening the hood if you can. Opening it can expose the fire to additional oxygen and cause it to intensify. Direct the extinguishing agent through the radiator, hood louvers, or from underneath the vehicle while maintaining a safe distance.

Source: Kansas Commercial Driver’s License Manual (March 2025) — § 2.21.3, “Fire Fighting”

Question 6

What type of information is generally shown on brown highway signs?

  1. A Recreational or cultural-interest destinations
  2. B General traffic warnings
  3. C Traffic laws and prohibitions
  4. D Mandatory construction-zone instructions

Correct answer: A – Recreational or cultural-interest destinations

Brown backgrounds with white legends are used for recreational and cultural-interest guide signs. They may identify or provide directions to places such as parks, campgrounds, museums, historic sites, and recreation facilities. Regulatory and general warning signs use other prescribed shapes and color combinations.

Source: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, 11th ed. — § 2M.04, “General Design Requirements for Recreational and Cultural Interest Area Symbol Guide Signs”, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, 11th ed. — § 2M.09, “Destination Guide Signs”

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