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Free CDL General Knowledge: Transporting Cargo Practice Test (2026)

50 questions · 60 min · 80% to pass

50 Questions · 60 Minutes · 80% to Pass

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Sample Questions

Question 1

What type of cargo requires blocking and bracing to prevent movement?

Answer: Cargo that could shift or tip, such as heavy machinery, logs, or large equipment, must be blocked and braced to prevent forward, rearward, or lateral movement.

Question 2

How many tie-downs are required for cargo that is 5 feet long or less and weighs 1,100 lbs or less?

Answer: At least one tie-down is required for cargo that is 5 feet or shorter and weighs 1,100 lbs or less.

Question 3

What is the minimum number of tie-downs required for cargo that is between 5 and 10 feet long?

Answer: At least two tie-downs are required for cargo that is between 5 and 10 feet in length.

Question 4

What is the working load limit (WLL) rule for the total tie-down strength on a load?

Answer: The total working load limit of all tie-downs must be at least half the weight of the cargo being secured.

Question 5

How often must cargo be inspected during a trip in addition to before driving?

Answer: Cargo must be inspected within the first 50 miles, then every 3 hours or 150 miles, and after every break the driver takes.