Testing question

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Nwernig, Dec 14, 2014.

  1. Nwernig

    Nwernig Bobtail Member

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    I posted this in my welcome..... then i noticed this section..

    I live in Houston, Tx and am just about to get my permit. I went in last Friday to take my combination test and regulations test. I did fine on the combination test but the regulations test through me for a loop!!!

    On that test, the question would pose a scenario then ask if it was Fair, Fail or Bad.... For example, you put on your turn signal 75 before the intersection.... Fair, Fail, or Bad...

    Yet, when I talked with them after failing the test, the lady showed me each section in the handbook to study for each test. I am not finding the answers to some of the questions I missed. Am I missing something, or is it possible I took the wrong test? Any help would be appreciated and Thanks. ​
     
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  3. FuzzFace2

    FuzzFace2 Medium Load Member

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    I don’t know about TX but never hear of a “regulations test” here in CT.
    Here in CT to get your CDL class B IIRC you need to take general knowledge & air brake tests.
    To get your class A besides the above 2 test you would need to take combination test.
    All of the above test are on this site to practice on along with the other endorsements.
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  4. Jerry12

    Jerry12 Heavy Load Member

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    For example, you put on your turn signal 75 before the intersection.... Fair, Fail, or Bad...; as worded, i would use Bad, as in the question is missing a point of view on how to keep clear what the drivers intent is. i.e. some intersections i will drive thru, at other intersections i will make a turn. or, you could of not remembered the question as it was originally written.
     
  5. Nwernig

    Nwernig Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for the info.... That question is one I remember for definite. I have taken every practice test I could find and know the info backwards and forwards that's why it threw me off... I am about to go back to retake the test and I will double check that I am being given the correct test because it was a 100 question tests that seemed to focus on the driving test. Anyway thanks again
     
  6. gpsman

    gpsman Road Train Member

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    It appears you're looking for an answer to at least this basic driving question in CDL material. I think most states stipulate signals be activated for at least 100 feet before maneuvering.
     
  7. Moving Forward

    Moving Forward Heavy Load Member

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  8. Nwernig

    Nwernig Bobtail Member

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    Yep and thank...taken every test I've been able to find and seldomly ever miss any.. I think it's the fail, fair or bad structure that messed with me
     
  9. Flybynight041

    Flybynight041 Medium Load Member

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    I don't remember these questions being on the general knowledge test when I got my CDL. I've always been told that once you activate the turn indicator, to wait at least 3 clicks before attempting the manouver. That probably equates to around 100 feet.
     
  10. STexan

    STexan Road Train Member

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    I'm not understand this goofy "fair, fail, bad" system. WTF happened to wording questions where a "right or wrong" answer worked? WTF is the difference between "fail" and "bad"? is this more of that "Common Core education system" crap?
     
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