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CDL Practice Test

This is a free site and you are able to take the tests as a study guide as you prepare for the Indiana CDL knowledge exam. The topics covered in these Indiana practice CDL tests are taken from the Indiana CDL manual. You are welcome to take the tests as many times as you need to. 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

Where are shut-off valves located?

at the back of the trailer

either at the front or the back of the trailer

at the front and back of the trailer

at the front of the trailer

2 / 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 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

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

3 / 40

Cylinders containing compressed gases may only be loaded onto a vehicle without a flat floor or platform if the cylinders are:

In boxes that will keep them from turning over.

Loaded in an upright or horizontal position.

All of these answers are correct.

Loaded into racks attached to the vehicle.

4 / 40

Select the action that is not recommended when driving on slippery roads:

use a speed retarder or engine brake

use a light pressure with the the brake and accelerator pedals

none of the answers listed

keep other drivers out of your side space

5 / 40

Which of the following types of cargo must never be carried on a bus with passengers?

Emergency hospital supplies

Small arms ammunition (orm-d)

Tear gas

Emergency drug shipments

6 / 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:

100 pounds

500 pounds

300 pounds

250 pounds

7 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

when you are leaving your vehicle for more than an hour

each time you leave your vehicle for any amount of time

with rare exception, every time you leave your vehicle

when in residential areas

8 / 40

When conducting a pre-trip inspection, the most important item to verify is _____.

that the registration is in the cup holder

that the radio transmits a signal

that there are no leaks in the air brake system

that the tire tread is sufficient for the expected driving conditions

9 / 40

Is it important to look into the back of the fifth wheel to see if the lockpin is locked in?

yes

only at the end of the shift

only every 7 days

10 / 40

Select what you should not do when coupling the glad hands.

cross the air supply lines to test for leaks

clean the couplers before connecting them

press the seals together at a 90 degree angle

make sure to match the colors or check the tags before connecting

11 / 40

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

the last trailer of a triple

the first trailer of a triples

the heaviest trailer

the last trailer of a double

12 / 40

What is the purpose of a baffle?

It makes it easier to clean the tanker out.

It allows you to haul loads that are mixed.

It controls the surge of liquid forward and backwards.

It stops side to side surging.

13 / 40

Which of the following will confirm that you are driving with anti-lock brakes?

Yellow abs malfunction lamp on the instrument panel will light when you start the engine.

Red indicator lamp on the brake cylinder.

The certification on the driver side door.

The bus operators manual.

14 / 40

What is the purpose of cladding in a tanker?

It protects the cargo from changes in temperature.

It protects the tanker form any corrosive cargo.

It controls the temperature of the cargo.

It eliminates liquid surge.

15 / 40

Which of the following is a recommended procedure when unloading the students?

Tell students to remain seated until they are told to exit.

Let the students begin moving to the front of the bus before it's fully stopped to maximize efficiency.

Position yourself outside of the bus in front of crossover mirror to supervise unloading.

Put the transmission in neutral gear and put on the brakes.

16 / 40

How do you check the connection after locking the kingpin into the fifth wheel?

pull the tractor at a sharp right to release the trailer brakes

pull forward 25 feet, turn to the right, and then to the left

pull forward 25 feet, turn to the left, and then to the right

pull the tractor ahead gently with the trailer brakes locked down

17 / 40

What is the minimum amount of distance you should maintain when driving at 50 mph in ideal conditions with a 100 ft twin trailer combination?

8 seconds

6 seconds

13 seconds

11 seconds

18 / 40

The two other places where the hazardous identification number must appear are:

On the gas tank and a sticker in the glove compartment.

On a temporary license plate holder and the steering wheel.

Any bulk packaging and the cargo tanks.

On the back of the truck and inside the glove compartment.

19 / 40

You need to raise the landing gear just to the height of where it clears the pavement before driving.

true

only in raining conditions

only in ideal conditions

false

20 / 40

The baffles in a tank trailer help to control:

The distrubition of weight.

The overall weight of the vehicle.

The flow of liquid side to side.

The movement of liquid from front to back.

21 / 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.

free, open

latched, closed

free, closed

latched, open

22 / 40

When driving a combination vehicle, the trailer breaks away severing the air lines. The trailer brakes should come on and ____.

the trailer supply valve will remain open

the tractor to lose all air pressure in the tanks

the tractor protection valve will close

the tractor will gain air pressure

23 / 40

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

250 feet

200 feet

400 feet

300 feet

24 / 40

The locking jaws of the kingpin should close around:

the base

the tip

the shank

the apex

25 / 40

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

Hard stroke

Waffle

Smooth bore

Bulktruck

26 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE:

Do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard either vehicle, unless getting off the bus would be unsafe.

Do not transport intoxicated passengers.

Avoid fueling your bus with riders on board unless absolutely necessary. never refuel in a closed building with riders on board.

Do not talk with riders or engage in any other distracting activity while driving.

27 / 40

If you have riders on board, you must never refuel:

Unless on a scenic tour bus.

At any time.

In a closed building.

With any window open.

28 / 40

What should you hook up before backing a tractor to a trailer for coupling?

the service and emergency air lines

the safety bar

there is nothing to be hooked up

the electrical service line

29 / 40

This should be cleaned and then adjusted properly while inside the cab.

The lug bolts

The windshield

The mirrors

The headlights

30 / 40

If you are drowsy, you should _____ before you drive.

get sleep

take a cold shower

drink coffee

do a little exercise

31 / 40

Another term for a smooth bore tank is:

A tank that is easily portable.

A liquid tank that has baffles.

A tank that is made out of stainless steel.

A liquid tank that does not have baffles.

32 / 40

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

the trailers shortest in length

the trailer longest in length

the trailer with the smallest road

the trailer with the heaviest load

33 / 40

What is the main difference between a portable tank and a cargo tank?

Portable tanks must additionally show the owner or lessee's name on them.

Cargo tanks are filled while on the vehicle, portable tanks are filled while off the vehicle.

All of these answers are correct.

Cargo tanks are permanently attached, portable tanks are temporarily attached.

34 / 40

If you are already carrying 100 pounds of silver cyanide, what precautions must you take if you are given papers at a dock to carry 100 cartons of battery acid?

Make sure there is plenty of space between the two.

Make sure the silver cyanide is loaded on top of the battery acid.

Inform someone and not load the battery acid.

Make sure the battery acid is loaded on top of the silver cyanide.

35 / 40

Where are the two main places where the hazardous material identification number appears?

On the package and on paperwork at the shipping point of origin.

On the shipping papers and on the package.

On the package and on paperwork at the shipping destination.

On the shipping papers and on a secret document in the driver's wallet.

36 / 40

You should be in the proper gear before going down a hill because:

brakes may fail or fade from excessive heat due to relying on them too much and not using the engine brake effect

it builds up the air pressure in the air tanks

it helps control your speed better

water may build up in the air tanks if you do not rely on the engine brake

37 / 40

To decide which placards you need, if any, what three things do you need to know?

Materials hazard class, location being shipped, and amount of all hazardous materials on your vehicle.

Materials hazard class, percentage of total volume, and amount of all hazardous materials on your vehicle.

Materials hazard class, amount being shipped, and amount of all hazardous materials of all classes on your vehicle.

Packing group numbers, amount being shipped, and amount of all hazardous materials of all classes on your vehicle.

38 / 40

Select the statement that best explains the "crack-the-whip" effect.

it is when you make a sudden movement of the steering wheel or a quick lane change and the tractor tends to rock and sway. The velocity of the rearmost trailer forces the tractor to roll over before the trailer.

it is when the trailer is half full with the cargo loaded in the rear half of the trailer. When you make a sudden movement of your steering wheel the cargo will forcefully slide towards the back of the trailer which will force the trailer to roll over.

it is when the trailer is half full with the cargo loaded in the front half of the trailer. When you make a sudden movement of your steering wheel the cargo will forcefully slide towards the back of the trailer which will force the trailer to roll over.

it is when you make a sudden movement of the steering wheel or a quick lane change and the rear trailer tends to swing out. The force of the rear trailer becomes amplified, which will cause it to roll over (rearward amplification).

39 / 40

Before backing under the trailer after connecting the air lines you should:

supply air to the trailer system and then pull the air supply knob out

take a walk around the vehicle to make sure it is clear of obstructions

double check to make sure the trailer brakes are off

have a random pedestrian direct your path of travel

40 / 40

If you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials, how far away must you park from the traveled portion of the roadway?

At least half a mile

At least five feet

At least twenty feet

At least ten feet

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How To Get An indiana Commercial Drivers License

All applicants for an Indiana CDL must meet strict eligibility requirements. Each applicant must be a legal resident of the state of Indiana and withhold a driver’s license that is at least one year old. Some other eligibility requirements are listed below. Individuals can apply for a CDL to transport property within the Indiana state lines at the age of 18 years old. Individuals must be 21 years of age or older to drive outside of Indiana state lines. In addition, to receive a Hazmat Endorsement or to transport people, individuals must be at least 21 years old.All applicants are required to have a DOT medical card and submit a self-certification form that describes the types of vehicles they intend to operate. Failure to submit the form or have a medical card will automatically disqualify an individual from obtaining their CDL.

Any applicants that fall into the following categories are automatically disqualified from receiving their commercial driver’s license.

Current driver’s license is suspended, revoked, denied, or canceled.
Conviction of driving a commercial vehicle impaired with the past 24 months.
Possessing more than one driver’s license.
Currently has CDL privileges disqualified or revoked in Indiana or another state.

All applicants must pass a knowledge exam and a CDL skills test in a vehicle that represents the license Class they are applying for.

Endorsements
X – Hazmat Tank
H – Hazardous Materials
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
T – Double or Triple Trailers
S – School Bus

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All applicants are required to pass a general knowledge test for their CDL. The knowledge test consists of 50 questions on the topic of commercial driving. Class A drivers must complete an additional 20 questions about combination vehicles. Those seeking endorsements must take an additional exam for each endorsement they wish to receive. A passing score for each test is at a minimum of 80 percent.

All skills tests will consist of three parts. These include a pre-trip inspection, basic control skills exam, and a road trip exam. These are to be completed at a local BMV office or other authorized examination site. An applicant must pass each part of the skills test to be eligible for their CDL.

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