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Use this site as a resource to practice test questions as you prepare for the West Virginia CDL test. The practice test questions cover such topics as air brakes and hazmat transport. You can take these practice test questions as many times as you like, the site is free to use as you prepare to take the CDL test in West Virginia. 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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The shipping papers for hazardous materials can be found:

2 / 40

The best way to test the low air pressure warning signal is to:

3 / 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?

4 / 40

You should place the starter switch key into your pocket while you are performing the pre-trip inspection because:

5 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to brake drums:

6 / 40

Select how you can tell if your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system:

7 / 40

_____ create a little above 90 degree angle between the adjuster arm and push rod when the brakes are released and no less than 90 degrees when the brakes are applied.

8 / 40

Do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard the vehicle, unless:

9 / 40

Overhead inside mirror is used to:

10 / 40

Spring brakes are usually held back by_____during normal driving.

11 / 40

When must a driver’s inspection report be completed?

12 / 40

When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

13 / 40

This object is not checked at the rear of the trailer.

14 / 40

An example of a low pressure warning signal for air brakes is:

15 / 40

Which of the following are some suspension system defects?

16 / 40

What is the best way to prevent brakes form overheating while drive down a steep grade?

17 / 40

You must keep shipping papers describing hazardous materials ______.

18 / 40

Urban mass transit coaches may have a brake and accelerator interlock system. Which of the following statements is true?

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

20 / 40

What does outage mean?

21 / 40

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

22 / 40

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

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

You should check that the following makes an audible noise:

25 / 40

Is it mandatory that all vehicles with air brakes have low air pressure warning signals?

26 / 40

Which of the following is NOT something you need to know in order to determine if you need to use placards?

27 / 40

One reason hauling liquids in tank vehciles require special care is:

28 / 40

You must control how far packages labeled "Radioactive II" or "Radioactive III" are located from people and cargo space walls by referring to:

29 / 40

Which of the following should you do when driving the school bus in high wind?

30 / 40

Select the true statement about slack adjusters:

31 / 40

If you are hauling hazardous materials and have ___ tires on your vehicle, you must stop and check them every time you park.

32 / 40

What do you do first during step 3 of starting the engine and inspecting the inside of the cab?

33 / 40

The average person requires how many hours of sleep per 24 hour period?

34 / 40

When backing your vehicle, which of the following is NOT recommended

35 / 40

You are driving a 40 foot truck at 35 MPH, how much space (in seconds) should you keep in front of you?

36 / 40

When would you lock some emergency roof hatches in a partly open position?

37 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the center of gravity for tanks:

38 / 40

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

39 / 40

What is the best way to stop all skids?

40 / 40

You must carry a gas mask with you when transporting:

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How To Get A west virginia Commercial Drivers License

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

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

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

  • (Form DMV-CDL-3) WV Commercial Driver Licensee Medical Self-Certification Affidavit
  • (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate

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 West Virginia. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

West Virginia 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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west virginia CDL License Test Tips

All West Virginia CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. To pass the West Virginia test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The West Virginia 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:

  • Possess a valid West Virginia driver’s license.
  • Operate a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Have been honorably discharged from the military within the past 6 months.
  • Submit (Form CDL-ST-WVR) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver.
  • Submit a valid copy of discharge papers or current military identification.

Additional Information

Information on the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles

The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles administers CDL regulations in West Virginia. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/Motor-Carriers/CDL/Pages/default.aspx

Phone: 800.642.9066

 

Additional West Virginia CDL Helpful Links

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