Wisconsin
CDL Practice Test

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Use these sample tests as you prepare to gain a CDL in Wisconsin. This site is free to use and you can take these practice tests as many times as you would like. The questions on these tests cover topics and regulations pertaining to the various class levels of CDL licenses in Wisconsin. 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 Quiz" button below to begin.  Good luck!

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The compressor is connected to the engine via _____?

2 / 40

It takes special care to drive tankers with liquid in them because:

3 / 40

You should never brake and should rely only steering inputs to avoid a crash while driving a tanker truck.

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

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

6 / 40

Always try to back toward the driver's side because

7 / 40

This object is required to be checked for damage, that it's secure, and strong enough to handle any cargo.

8 / 40

If you work for an interstate carrier:

9 / 40

How often should you check the cargo you are transporting?

10 / 40

What must vehicles with air brakes have?

11 / 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 _____.

12 / 40

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

13 / 40

When backing, what is the best method to use to avoid blind spots?

14 / 40

In safe driving, what does communicating mean?

15 / 40

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

16 / 40

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

17 / 40

Students exit the bus and walk:

18 / 40

Is it important to look into the back of the fifth wheel to see if the lockpin is locked in?

19 / 40

It has just reached freezing. Which of the following areas is slippery?

20 / 40

Select the true statement about converter dollies:

21 / 40

What are you checking when looking at the lubrication level on a dipstick?

22 / 40

Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

23 / 40

What should the driver pay special attention to when driving smaller tanks?

24 / 40

How much space should there be between the lower and upper fifth wheel?

25 / 40

In column 1, the "D" symbol means:

26 / 40

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

27 / 40

What is a common cause of tire fires?

28 / 40

Which of the following hazard classes utilizes a transport index in order to determine how much of it can be loaded on a single vehicle for transport?

29 / 40

How do you release the dolly brakes when coupling twin trailers?

30 / 40

Before pulling away, make sure the landing gear of the trailer is:

31 / 40

The two other places where the hazardous identification number must appear are:

32 / 40

How do you check the air flow to the last trailer?

33 / 40

At 55 miles-per-hour it takes about 6 seconds to stop a fully loaded truck and the braking distance is:

34 / 40

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

35 / 40

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

36 / 40

What are spring brakes?

37 / 40

A hazard class that uses transport indexes to determine the amount that can be loaded in a single vehicle is _____.

38 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to handing triples and doubles

39 / 40

What are slack adjusters?

40 / 40

You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

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How To Get A Wisconsin Commercial Drivers License

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

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

Wisconsin CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are physically fit to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test.

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

  • (Form MV3230) Commercial Driver: Tier of Operation
  • (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 Wisconsin. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

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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Wisconsin CDL License Test Tips

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

Skills Test
The Wisconsin 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 CDL Waivers
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:

  • Reside in Wisconsin.
  • Be currently active in the military.
  • Have operated a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Have been honorably discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
  • Submit (Form MV3588) Military Service CDL Skills Test Waiver Application. (A portion of this document must be completed by the commanding or training officer.

Additional Information

Information on the Wisconsin Department of Transportation

The State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation is the authority for CDL regulations in Wisconsin. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/com-drv-vehs/cdl-how-aply/cdl-how-to-apply.aspx

Phone: 608.264.7447

 

Additional Wisconsin CDL Helpful Links

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