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CDL Practice Test

This site is available to take practice questions to prepare for the Hawaii CDL test. The tests are free and you are able to take them as many times as you would like as you look to obtain a Hawaii CDL. 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.

1 / 40

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

Students should be told to leave any dropped objects and move to the point of safety out of danger and get the driver's attention to retrieve the object.

Students should be told not to use the handrails when exiting the bus due to the possibility of causing a clothing hang up.

Students should be told to remain seated while the bus is in motion.

Students should be told to pick up any dropped objects as long as it is not under the bus.

2 / 40

The locking jaws of the kingpin should close around:

the apex

the shank

the base

the tip

3 / 40

By law, the warning lights must only be used when approaching a:

Sharp turns.

Any stop the bus makes.

Stop to load or unload students.

Busy intersection.

4 / 40

The gauge that needs to come up to normal levels after starting the engine within a few seconds is _____.

oil temperature

oil pressure

blood pressure

air brake pressure

5 / 40

Select how you can tell if your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system:

the vehicle is manufactured after 2001

the vehicle is manufactured after 1998

the vehicle is manufactured after 2005

the vehicle is manufactured after 1990

6 / 40

Which of the following is NOT a basic step to be taken at a crash scene?

gather the contact information of all the drivers involved

care for the injured

notify authorities

protect the area

7 / 40

A minimum tread depth of 2/32 inch is required for:

Parking axle tires.

Donut tires.

Non-steer axle tires.

Driving axle tires.

8 / 40

Which trailer is more likely to roll over when pulling 3 trailers?

the last trailer

the first trailer

the second trailer

the tractor

9 / 40

You should keep a minimum of ____between another vehicle and the double trailer with 100 ft truck driving at 30 mph.

8 seconds

13 seconds

10 seconds

15 seconds

10 / 40

What does the amount of liquid you can carry depend on?

The outage of the liquid.

The vehicle's horsepower rating.

The center of gravity.

The material the baffles are made from.

11 / 40

There are 2 reasons as to why hauling liquids take special care. One reason is the ___center of gravity.

narrow

high

low

long

12 / 40

Which of the following is a necessary qualification for non-bulk packaging?

All of these answers are necessary qualifications.

Maximum water capacity of 454 kg or less if used as a receptacle for gases.

A maximum capacity of 450 l or less if it is used as a receptacle for liquids.

Maximum net mass of 400 kg, or less than 450 l if used as a receptacle for a solid.

13 / 40

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

service brake system

emergency brake system

clutch brake system

parking brake system

14 / 40

Tankers used to transport hazardous materials on vehicles must be marked with:

The chemtrec phone number.

The date of manufacture.

The owner's puco or icc number.

The un or na id number of the product.

15 / 40

When backing, what is the best method to use to avoid blind spots?

use mirrors on both sides

look at your path

use a helper

back towards the driver's side, where you can see better

16 / 40

With the engine cut off and the brakes released the air loss in a straight truck or bus should not be more than:

5 psi in a minute

2 psi in a minute

3 psi in a minute

4 psi in a minute

17 / 40

You should_____to make an emergency stop with air brakes when using the stab braking method.

rapidly and lightly pump the brake pedal

apply a full hand valve until you stop and press firmly on the brake pedal

apply a firm pressure to the brakes, release the brake pedal once the wheels lock and then apply pressure to the brakes onces the wheels start rolling again

apply pressure to the brake pedal until the wheels lock and then stay off of the pedal for as long as the wheels are locked

18 / 40

In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm

notify authorities

protect the area

move the victims out of the way immediately

19 / 40

Select the true statement about emergency brakes:

they are required on all commercial vehicles

all of these answers are correct

they are required to be activated the loss of air pressure

they are required to be held on by a mechanical force

20 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to your brake function when your ABS fails

you will have no control over your truck as the brakes will not be functioning

there is a huge fire risk

the abs will need to be repaired but the brakes will function normally

you will need to pull over immediately

21 / 40

Which of the following are some suspension system defects?

leaking shock absorbers

all of these answers are correct

cracked or broken spring hangers

broken leaves in leaf spring

22 / 40

A vehicle placarded for Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 explosives:

May never be parked on private property.

May never be left unattended under any condition.

May not be parked on the cosignee's property.

May be left unattended in a safe haven.

23 / 40

What is always required before loading, driving, or unloading a tanker?

Clean the vehicle

An inspection

Shift into park

Registration of driving plan

24 / 40

What is the normal operating range for a truck's oil pressure?

30-75 psi

20-30 psi

This is engine-specific

40-60 psi

25 / 40

The system that needs to be checked for signs of leaks with rust or carbon soot and damage is the _____.

air brake system

none of the answers listed

fifth wheel

exhaust

26 / 40

You should____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop due to a crash.

use only the engine brakes

use the hand valve

use stab or controlled braking

maintain pressure on the brake pedal

27 / 40

On a drawbridge, you do not need to stop, but must slow down and make sure it's safe, when:

Both of these answers are correct.

The bridge has an attendant or traffic officer who controls traffic whenever the bridge opens.

There is a traffic light showing green.

None of these answers are correct.

28 / 40

Select the answer that is controlled by the foot brake.

the engine brake

the service air line

the emergency brake

the shut off valves

29 / 40

How should the shut off valves at the rear of the trailer be when inspecting doubles?

open at the rear of the last trailer and front trailer

none of the answers listed

closed at the rear of the last trailer and open at the rear of the front trailer

closed at the rear of the last trailer and front trailer

30 / 40

If you must stop on the shoulder of the road, you should place warning devices at all of the following places except...

about 100 feet in front of your vehicle

on the other side of a divided highway

within 10 feet of the front or rear corners

about 100 feet behind your vehicle

31 / 40

Select the accurate statement in regards to rolling up the landing gear to complete the coupling process.

you should use a high gear to make the process faster

you should leave the landing gear at the half way mark to make the uncoupling process easier later

you should use a low gear until the tractor is supporting the trailer

you should grease the landing gear the increase the speed of the process

32 / 40

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

Bulktruck

Waffle

Hard stroke

Smooth bore

33 / 40

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

determine if there are any upcoming traffic lights that might require you to stop

look for brake lights from slowing vehicles

look for vehicles coming into your lane

determine if there are any hills coming up

34 / 40

What are shippers trying to accomplish when they package the material?

All of these answers are correct.

Make it easy to identify.

Make it easy to open and close.

Make it as light as possible.

35 / 40

When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that:

All of these answers are correct.

Emergency exit handles are secure.

Every handhold and railing is secure.

Rider signaling devices are working.

36 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

anti-lock braking systems (ABS) only activate when wheels are about to lock

stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency

you can almost always turn to miss an obstacle more quickly than you can stop

if a tire blows, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly

37 / 40

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

Bolt spacers

Lug nuts

None of the answers listed

Rims

38 / 40

Some city transit buses may have a brake-door interlock system, this system:

Works when the rear door is open.

Should be used in place of the parking brake.

Should be used in emergencies.

Releases the brakes.

39 / 40

At a railroad crossing, the bus is required to stop at the stop line. If there is no clearly marked stop line, what is the required minimum and maximum stopping distance?

No closer than 15 feet and no further than 50 feet, where you have the best view of the tracks.

No closer than 10 feet and no further than 60 feet, where you have the best view of the tracks.

No closer than 15 feet and no further than 30 feet, where you have the best view of the tracks.

No closer than 10 feet and no further than 40 feet, where you have the best view of the tracks.

40 / 40

What does outage mean?

It is the weight of the liquid.

It is how quickly the tanks drain.

It is the allowance needed for the expansion of liquid.

It is the movement of the liquid.

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How To Get A hawaii Commercial Drivers License

Applicants can apply for a CDL at age 18. Only applicants over the age of 21 years old can drive commercial vehicles in other states than Hawaii. Hazmat Endorsements and transporting persons is restricted to those applicants that are 21 years or older. Those applying for a commercial driver’s license must supply a DOT medical card and pass a vision assessment at the Hawaii State testing facility.

If any of the following statements are true about an applicant, they are automatically disqualified from receiving a CDL.

Having more than one driver’s license.
Being disqualified from commercial driving privileges in another state.
Having a driving impaired conviction in a commercial vehicle in the past 24 months.
Having a suspended, denied, canceled, or revoked license.

Applicants must successfully pass both a knowledge test and a practical skills test in order to be eligible for their CDL.

Endorsements
H – Hazardous Materials
X – Tank with Hazmat
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicle
T – Triples / Double Rigs

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hawaii CDL License Test Tips

To obtain a CDL, all applicants must complete a knowledge test. This knowledge test contains 50 questions about the topic of commercial driving. All applicants for Class A CDLs must complete an additional 20 questions about combination driving. Those looking to obtain endorsements or to remove the Air Brake restriction will need to take additional assessments. Those seeking the Passenger, Doubles/Triples, and Tank Endorsements will need to pass a 20 question test. Those looking for the School Bus Endorsement and/or the Air Brake Restriction Removal will need to complete a 25 question test. The Hazmat Endorsement requires successful completion of a 30 question test. A passing score is marked at 80 percent or above.

Applicants must successfully complete a three-section skills assessment. This includes a vehicle inspection, driving test, and basic control skills test. This showcases the applicant’s ability to properly operate a commercial vehicle. Applicants must utilize the vehicle they are seeking an endorsement with to obtain their CDL endorsement.

Additional Information

Hawaii Division of Motor Vehicles Information

The State of Hawaii County of Hawaii Vehicle Registration and Licensing Division regulates CDL requirements and testing in Hawaii. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/finance-cdl-general-info

Phone: 808.961.2222

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