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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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Operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others or physically assaulting a driver or their vehicle is known as?

2 / 40

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

3 / 40

You should___when driving down a long steep hill.

4 / 40

This item does not need to be checked during the cab check.

5 / 40

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

6 / 40

What is the value of the overhead rear-view mirror inside of the bus?

7 / 40

A commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is defined as:

8 / 40

Which of the following are possible causes of tire fires?

9 / 40

How do you make sure the trailer height is correct before coupling?

10 / 40

How many seats may be placed in the aisle if the bus is a charter and is carrying agricultural (farm) workers?

11 / 40

To prevent a roll over a driver can 1) keep the cargo as low to the ground as possible and 2) _____.

12 / 40

Select the factor that is known to cause brakes to fail or fade. (more than one answer may be correct, but select only one)

13 / 40

If you double your speed, what will happen to your stopping distance?

14 / 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:

15 / 40

The front trailer supports should be____before driving away.

16 / 40

Signs of distracted drivers include:

17 / 40

Within 3 minutes, this gauge pressure should build to 90 psi from 50 psi.

18 / 40

A driver of a tanker should use an escape ramp when _____.

19 / 40

The purpose for the emergency air line is:

20 / 40

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

21 / 40

You should___to reduce the air leakage rate.

22 / 40

Select the true statement about speed and stopping distance.

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to converter dollies:

25 / 40

Which of the following is NOT a part of the steering system?

26 / 40

Select what you should do before leaving the vehicle unattended:

27 / 40

With Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 Class A or B, how close can you park to a bridge, tunnel, or building?

28 / 40

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

29 / 40

Select the true statement about emergency steering and tankers:

30 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to an application pressure gauge:

31 / 40

You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

32 / 40

Which of the following is a clue another driver is impaired:

33 / 40

Select the true statement about baffled tankers:

34 / 40

The amount of liquid you can carry depends on:

35 / 40

Buses may NOT have recapped or regrooved tires:

36 / 40

When driving on a clear night with the vehicle lights on, your speed should be such that you can stop within _____.

37 / 40

Select the true statement about emergency brakes:

38 / 40

Select the factor that has no effect on how much liquid you can carry:

39 / 40

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

40 / 40

What product is typically carried in a liquid tank trailer without baffles?

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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.