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!

1 / 40

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

2 / 40

What will probably happen if the converter dolly is still under the second trailer and the pintle hook is unhooked?

3 / 40

You must control how far packages labeled "Radioactive II" or "Radioactive III" are located from people and cargo space walls by referring to:

4 / 40

Upon what does the amount of liquid you can carry in a load depend?

5 / 40

The sliding mechanism and locking device for a tandem axle on trailers is:

6 / 40

Students exit the bus and walk:

7 / 40

If you are driving a 100-foot truck with double trailers at 30 mph in dry conditions, how many seconds of space should there be between your truck and other vehicles?

8 / 40

At what "cut out" level does the governor stop pumping air?

9 / 40

Select the true statement about tractor protection valve:

10 / 40

How much space should there be between the lower and upper fifth wheel?

11 / 40

How far away are you required to park from a bridge, tunnel, or building if you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials?

12 / 40

Which signals may be used to warn of a stopped vehicle that contains explosives?

13 / 40

Who is responsible for certifying on the bills of lading that the hazardous materials are prepared properly?

14 / 40

To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

15 / 40

Select the definition of "off-tracking."

16 / 40

Select the statement that describes how you could damage the landing gear.

17 / 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:

18 / 40

When should you not use the parking brakes?

19 / 40

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

20 / 40

Select the statement that is not part of the air-brake system:

21 / 40

This component should be checked that it is solid, securely bolted to the tracture frame, and clear of objects.

22 / 40

Do you need to stop before a railroad crossing if you are hauling 100 pounds of Division 4.3 materials?

23 / 40

Which of the following statements about special danger of loading and unloading is true?

24 / 40

For Division 1.1 or 1.2 Explosives A, should the floor liner required be stainless steel?

25 / 40

The trailer height is correct for connecting a converter dolly to a second trailer when:

26 / 40

You should adjust all the outside left and right side flat mirrors to see:

27 / 40

You should make sure the_____before backing under a trailer.

28 / 40

Which of the following are possible causes of tire fires?

29 / 40

The crack-the-whip effect is more likely to cause the front trailer to tip over.

30 / 40

For emergency braking to avoid a crash when driving a double trailer you should:

31 / 40

The most dangerous time during the school bus ride is:

32 / 40

Most states require school bus drivers to take a physical examination:

33 / 40

Why is it dangerous to unlock the pintle hook with the dolly still under the rear trailer?

34 / 40

While completing the 1st component of the air brake check you are required to fully push down on the foot brake and _____.

35 / 40

Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?

36 / 40

What is the best way to figure out how many seconds of following distance you have?

37 / 40

Why should you not use the trailer hand brake to straighten out a jack knifing trailer?

38 / 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:

39 / 40

How should the hand valve be used?

40 / 40

When checking for_____you are looking for dripping fluids or puddles on the ground below the transmission or engine.

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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.