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This is a site to help you prepare to take the CDL permit test in South Carolina. You can take these practice test questions as many times as you like, and the site is free to use. The questions on this practice test cover rules from the SC CDL manual. 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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Select which is not a mandatory emergency equipment:

2 / 40

After coupling with a trailer, what position should the front trailer supports be in before driving away?

3 / 40

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

4 / 40

When using turn signals, which of the following should be avoided?

5 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to stopping distance and speed:

6 / 40

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

7 / 40

Select the true statement about slack adjusters:

8 / 40

Select the true statement about empty trucks:

9 / 40

Who is responsible for packaging, labeling, and preparing the hazardous material shipping papers for a common carrier?

10 / 40

Select the true statement about emergency steering and tankers:

11 / 40

How often should air tanks be drained?

12 / 40

Select the true statement about convex ("spot") mirrors.

13 / 40

Select whether the following statement is true or false: Front wheel brakes are good to use in all conditions.

14 / 40

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

15 / 40

Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

16 / 40

What color and shape is the trailer air supply control?

17 / 40

Which contains more alcohol: a 12-ounce glass of 5% beer, a 5-ounce glass of 12% wine or a 1 1/2-ounce shot of 80 proof liquor?

18 / 40

The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

19 / 40

Select the part that is not a part of the drum brake:

20 / 40

A tank vehicle:

21 / 40

To avoid rollover when going through a curve, the best thing to do is:

22 / 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?

23 / 40

If you are traveling at 55 mph in a 30-foot vehicle, you should leave how many seconds of following distance?

24 / 40

You must carry a gas mask with you when transporting:

25 / 40

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

26 / 40

Select the correct description for a bulkhead tank.

27 / 40

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

28 / 40

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

29 / 40

Signs of distracted drivers include:

30 / 40

When should air tanks be drained?

31 / 40

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

32 / 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?

33 / 40

The best way to describe a dual air brake system is:

34 / 40

What school bus accidents should be reported?

35 / 40

While driving on a clear night with low beam headlights, you should be able to stop within:

36 / 40

Which of the following types of emergency equipment must you have on your bus?

37 / 40

Select the true statement about converter dollies:

38 / 40

To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

39 / 40

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

40 / 40

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

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How To Get A south carolina Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in South Carolina, applicants must meet the following age eligibility requirements.

  • Be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within South Carolina only).
  • Be at least 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of South Carolina).

South Carolina CDL applicants must be certified that they are medically fit enough to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Applicants are required to submit the following documents.

  • (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate
  • (Form DL-405A) Medical Certification Requirements

Interstate non-excepted (drivers who do not work for the state or federal governments) must meet federal DOT requirements. Intrastate non-excepted drivers must meet the state requirements. Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in South Carolina. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

South Carolina CDL Endorsements

  • H – Hazmat Vehicles
  • N – Tank Vehicles
  • P – Passenger Vehicles
  • S – School Bus
  • T – Double or Triple Trailer
  • X – Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazmat Vehicles

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south carolina CDL License Test Tips

All South Carolina CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. To pass the South Carolina test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The South Carolina skills test can be taken 14 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each section.

Military veterans and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they meet the requirements. To qualify for a waiver, applicants must:

  • Be currently enlisted in the military.
  • Possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.
  • Have operated a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Have been discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
  • Submit (Form DL-408A) CDL Skills Test Waiver Application for Military Personnel. The commanding officer must sign this document within 90 days of the CDL application.

Additional Information

Information on the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles

The South Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles administers CDL license requirements in South Carolina. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://www.scdmvonline.com/Driver-Services/Commercial-Licenses

Phone:  803.896.5000

 

Additional South Carolina CDL Helpful Links

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