Alaska
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The tests offered here are designed to help you prepare for your Alaska CDL test. These Alaska CDL practice tests are free and you may take them as often as you need to. You will be able to practice different CDL test questions different topic areas you’ll see on the test as you prepare to gain your commercial driver license in Alaska. You will be presented with 40 questions and you must answer 34 questions correctly to pass.  There is a 50 minute time limit.  You may not go back once you answer a question.  Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.  Good luck!

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Forward and back surge is powerful in this type of tanker.

2 / 40

The golden rule for school buses when approaching and crossing railroad tracks is:

3 / 40

Which of the following statements about the bus interior is false?

4 / 40

Which of the following statements about "Radioactive" labels is true?

5 / 40

Select the true statement about double or triple trailers.

6 / 40

Tires should should be replaced:

7 / 40

If there is not a sight glass to check the oil level you are required to look for leaks around the _____.

8 / 40

You should_____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop your tanker.

9 / 40

As the driver of a bus, how can you best avoid hindering other traffic on the highway?

10 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to crossing your air lines on a new trailer with spring brakes

11 / 40

The method for testing hydraulic brakes for leaks is to _____.

12 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

13 / 40

Select the correct setup for shut-off valves:

14 / 40

With most hazardous materials, you may park within 5 feet of the road briefly, if your work requires it. The materials that are the exception and do not allow parking this close to the road are:

15 / 40

When driving with multiple trailers, which one should be right behind the tractor?

16 / 40

The best way to test if the spring brakes come on automatically is to:

17 / 40

How high should you crank the landing gear?

18 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE:

19 / 40

What might happen if a trailer is too high when you try to couple?

20 / 40

To transport cargo safely, which of these are you NOT responsible for?

21 / 40

Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

22 / 40

Which of the following is NOT an important reason to look far ahead when you are driving?

23 / 40

How should you inspect a converter dolly?

24 / 40

What should you hear when you test the trailer brakes by opening the service air line at rear of trailer with the hand valve on?

25 / 40

It is important for driving safety to always be looking ahead. Which of the following is NOT a recommended time/distance that you should be looking ahead?

26 / 40

You should_____to uncouple the converter dolly.

27 / 40

This object should be free of shiny treads, rust, free of cracks and distortions.

28 / 40

Which of these statements about signaling is correct?

29 / 40

Suspension systems:

30 / 40

When is it best to wear your seat belt?

31 / 40

The pintle hook should be_____ and the converter dolly air tank drain valve is___when doing a walk around inspection of a triple or double trailer.

32 / 40

This object should be clean with no obstructions, illegal stickers or damage to the glass.

33 / 40

If you double your speed, what will happen to your stopping distance?

34 / 40

On a bus, you may sometimes haul small-arms ammunition, emergency shipments of drugs, or hospital supplies. The total weight of all such hazardous materials must not be greater than:

35 / 40

You must have placards for explosives, poison gas or flammables exceeding:

36 / 40

What is the purpose of a driver placarding his or her vehicle?

37 / 40

You should activate hazard lights within approximately how many feet before railroad crossing?

38 / 40

What is the benefit of ABS?

39 / 40

What handling effect will baffles have?

40 / 40

The minimum tread depth for tires other than the front tires is ____.

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How To Get an Alaska Commercial Drivers License

Applicants are eligible for their CDL at the age of 18 years old. However, it's important to realize that CDLs issued for individuals under the age of 21 are restricted to intrastate commerce. Only those 21 years of age or older are eligible for interstate commerce. In addition, drivers must be 21 years old to drive a school bus, double or triple trailers, and obtain their Hazmat Certification.

All commercial driver's license applicants must get a physical examination by a FMCSA-Certified Medical Examiner. The examiner will give the applicant a DOT medical card if they are assessed as in good health to be driving a commercial vehicle.Any applicants that have the following are considered disqualified from receiving an Alaska-issued CDL:

  • Currently disqualified from commercial driving privileges in another state.
  • Currently have more than one operator's license in Alaska or any other states.
  • Operator's license is currently suspended, denied, canceled, or revoked.

Endorsements

H – Hazardous Materials
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger
S – School Bus
T – Double/Triple
X – Combination Tank and Hazardous Materials

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Alaska CDL License Test Tips

All Alaska CDL applicants must successfully pass a general knowledge test of 50 questions on the topic of commercial driving laws. Those attempting Class A Certification must complete 20 additional questions about driving combination vehicles. Those looking for endorsements or the removal of the Air Brake restriction will be required to take additional knowledge assessments. These assessments range between 20 and 30 questions regarding the specific endorsement topic. All knowledge tests must be passed with a score of 80 percent or better for a resident to be eligible for their commercial driver's license.A skills test is required of all applicants to showcase their ability to operate a commercial vehicle. The skills assessment includes a pre-trip inspection, on-road driving test, and basic control operations test. Those seeking endorsements for Passengers, School Bus, or removal of the Air Brake Restriction will need to utilize the particular vehicle the endorsement is for when performing their skills test. For example, to remove the Air Brake Restriction an individual must take the skills test in a vehicle that is equipped with air brakes.

Additional Information

CDL Testing by the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles

The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles administers the certifying and testing of commercial drivers in the state. To get more information contact them via:

Website:  https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/akol/cdl/

Phone:  907.269.5551

Additional Alaska CDL Helpful Links

Please use the links below to access more valuable Alaska CDL testing resources and to learn more about practice driving test resources for the state of Alaska.