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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. 

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Mirrors with a convex surface or "spot" mirrors _____.

2 / 40

What kind of surge can occur in a tank with baffles?

3 / 40

Which seats must have a seat belt:

4 / 40

Some school busses are marked with the LNG placard. What does LNG stand for?

5 / 40

It is good practice to_____when uncoupling.

6 / 40

If there is rust around the nuts, what may it indicate?

7 / 40

You should brake on a long steep downgrade hill as a supplement to the braking effects of the engine

8 / 40

Which trailer is most likely to turn over when you make a sudden turn while pulling doubles?

9 / 40

When approaching railroad tracks, stop your bus:

10 / 40

Which trailer is most likely to tip over due to the crack the whip effect?

11 / 40

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

12 / 40

Start by___when coupling.

13 / 40

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

14 / 40

Select the first action to do when the low air pressure warning comes on:

15 / 40

The CDL manual indicates the last step on picking up students at the bus stop is as follows:

16 / 40

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

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Drivers who transport route controlled radioactive materials must carry a dated certificate of radioactive materials training. This training must have ocurred within the last:

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Which hazard classes must you NEVER smoke, or perform any activity involving fire, within 25 feet of?

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Air pressure loss in a vehicle with a fully charged air system should be less than_______after the initial drop and brake applied.

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

21 / 40

In the event of a tire failure you should...

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Select the true statement in regards to when a bulk tank vehicle stops at an intersection on a slippery surface:

23 / 40

A shipment described on the Hazardous Waste Manifest may only be delivered to another _______ carrier or treatment facility, who then signs the ______, giving you a copy which you must keep.

24 / 40

Select the true statement about double or triple trailers.

25 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

26 / 40

A safe haven is:

27 / 40

When checking the wheelchair lift, the things you should look for are:

28 / 40

If you are stopped on an incline, how can you start moving without rolling back?

29 / 40

Which of these is a good rule for backing a straight bus?

30 / 40

How do you check the air compressor governor "cut in" and "cut out" pressures?

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What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

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Which trailer should be the first one after the tractor?

33 / 40

To test the security of the tractor semi trailer connection you should:

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Select the true statement:

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Select the true statement in regards to the liquid inside of a bulk tank causing a tank truck to roll sideways.

36 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to quick steering movements and triple/double trailers:

37 / 40

The most dangerous time during the school bus ride is:

38 / 40

You do not have to stop at railroad crossings, but must slow down and carefully check for other vehicles:

39 / 40

On the Hazardous Materials Table, column 1 shows:

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Bus drivers must have a CDL if they drive a vehicle:

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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

Additional HAWAII CDL Helpful Links

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