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Welcome to the CDL practice test site for North Dakota. You can take these practice tests to help you prepare for the North Dakota DOT CDL Test. The questions on these practice tests will gauge your understanding of the knowledge necessary for obtaining a CDL in ND. This site is free and you are welcome to take the practice tests as many times as you would like. 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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You do not have a hazardous materials endorsement on your commercial driver license. When can you legally haul hazardous materials?

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This object should be clean with no obstructions, illegal stickers or damage to the glass.

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What does outage mean?

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Select which vehicles are required to have a low air pressure warning signal:

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Select the load of the trailer that will require the shorter distance to stop.

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A slack adjuster is:

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What is most likely to occur when the front wheels begin to skid?

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For emergency braking when driving a double trailer and having to use your brakes to avoid a collision is to:

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What is the movement of the liquid called when the tanks are partially filled?

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Anti-lock brakes:

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How far before a railroad crossing should you stop your bus?

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To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

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

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Select the reason as to why air tanks need to be drained:

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

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When stopping for railroad tracks, you must stop no closer than how many feet before the nearest track?

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Buses may NOT have recapped or regrooved tires:

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For any flatbed load you must have at least ____ tie downs.

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Why should you cover cargo?

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What is the most important reason for doing a school bus inspection?

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Check that the parking brake will hold by____when the parking brake is engaged and the trailer brakes released if not a combination vehicle.

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Wet brakes can cause _____.

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A safe haven is ______.

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When driving tank vehicles you should:

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____is what can legally hold the parking brake or emergency brake in position for a bus, truck, or truck tractor.

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Take extra caution when driving smooth bore tanks during:

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Which seats must have a seat belt:

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Never refuel your bus:

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When should you avoid using the parking brake?

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Select the inappropriate way to test for the low pressure warning signal.

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The basic description of a hazardous material includes the hazard class, the identification number, and the proper shipping name. Which one must appear first on the shipping paper?

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

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Select the statement that is true in regards to managing space to the sides.

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What is the service air line controlled by?

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What are the three types of emergency equipment that you must have with your vehicle?

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

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A disruptive passenger:

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An oncoming vehicle keeps its high beams on. You should deal with this hazard by:

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Select the statement that best describes what the trailer air supply control does:

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A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

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How To Get A north dakota Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in North Dakota, applicants must be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within North Dakota only) and/or 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of North Dakota).

North Dakota applicants must provide proof that they are medically fit to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Applicants are required to submit a Self-Certification Affidavit and a Medical Examiner’s Certificate (The form must be completed by an FMCSA-approved physician.)

Under certain circumstances, some drivers will not be allowed to drive a commercial vehicle in North Dakota. Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in North Dakota. Applicants can be disqualified from the application process for having multiple licenses.

North Dakota CDL Endorsements
H – Hazmat Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Double or Triple Trailer

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north dakota CDL License Test Tips

All North Dakota CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the North Dakota test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The North Dakota 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 who were discharged within 1 year of the application 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 active duty military personnel.
  • Operate a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Be discharged from the military within the past 12 months.

Additional Information

Information on the North Dakota Department of Transportation

The North Dakota Department of Transportation oversees CDL license requirements in North Dakota. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/driverslicense/cdlrequirements.htm

Phone: 701.328.2600

 

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