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Welcome to our CDL practice test site as you attempt to obtain your CDL in Washington. Our practice questions are designed to be similar to questions you would encounter on the CDL Knowledge Test. You can take these practice test questions as many times as you like, and the site is free to use as you prepare to take the CDL test in Washington. 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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While completing the 3rd component of the air brake check of a combination vehicle, at what psi should the tracor protection valve and parking brake valve should pop out?

2 / 40

Of the following hazardous material classes, which is the most dangerous?

3 / 40

The correct trailer height when coupling the rear trailer is:

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

While completing the 2nd component of the air brake check you are required to turn the electrical power on, begin fanning off the air pressure by rapidly relasing and apply the foot brake and _____.

6 / 40

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

7 / 40

What will probably happen if the converter dolly is still under the second trailer and the pintle hook is unhooked?

8 / 40

How can you determine if your vehicle is equipped with ABS?

9 / 40

When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

10 / 40

What are shippers trying to accomplish when they package the material?

11 / 40

Wet brakes can cause _____.

12 / 40

What do you check when doing a visual inspection of the coupling?

13 / 40

An "A/W" the first column of the hazardous materials table means:

14 / 40

Which of the following would NOT be part of a standard vehicle inspection?

15 / 40

This object should not be damaged, bent, or rusted through and be evenly centered with the tires and dual wheels evenly separated.

16 / 40

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

17 / 40

When transporting both hazardous and non hazardous materials, your bills must:

18 / 40

What is the service air line controlled by?

19 / 40

In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valve be in for double trailer combination?

20 / 40

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

21 / 40

Unless you_____you will feel the effects of a liquid surge.

22 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to quick steering movements and triple/double trailers:

23 / 40

When a substance in the materials table is written in italics it means :

24 / 40

You are required to have a tank endorsement when transporting:

25 / 40

What will occur as a result of failing to perform all 3 components of the air brake check?

26 / 40

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

27 / 40

Select the factors that can cause your brakes to fade or fail:

28 / 40

Two causes of tire fires are ______.

29 / 40

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

30 / 40

Before transporting a sealed load, you must check:

31 / 40

You should_____to make an emergency stop with air brakes when using the stab braking method.

32 / 40

In the slide mechanism of the sliding fifth wheel, this object should have no missing pins or be loose when fully engaged.

33 / 40

If you are required to stop at railroad crossings, you must:

34 / 40

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

35 / 40

If the hazardous materials are classified as FORBIDDEN you should:

36 / 40

What is most likely to occur when driving a tanker truck and the front wheels begin to skid?

37 / 40

Select the true statement about converter dollies:

38 / 40

Select the statement that describes smooth bore tanks:

39 / 40

Select the definition for outage:

40 / 40

Puddles or dripping fluids from the underside of the transmission and engine may indicate:

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How To Get A washington Commercial Drivers License

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

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

Washington State CDL DOL applicants must be deemed to be physically fit 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 (This document must be completed by an FMCSA-approved physician.
  • Self-Certification Document

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 Washington. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

Washington 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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washington CDL License Test Tips

All Washington CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the Washington test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The Washington 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 active duty or honorably discharged from the military within the past year.
  • Have at least 2 years of experience operating a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Submit (Form CDL-SK TST WVR) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver.
  • Submit (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
  • Submit (Form 649-F) Medical Examination Report for Commercial Fitness Determination.

Additional Information

Information on the Washington State Department of Licensing

The Washington State Department of Licensing administers CDL license testing and regulations in Washington. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/cdl.html

Phone: 360.902.3900

 

Additional Washington CDL Helpful Links

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