Alaska
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The tests offered here are designed to help you prepare for your Alaska CDL test. These Alaska CDL practice tests are free and you may take them as often as you need to. You will be able to practice different CDL test questions different topic areas you’ll see on the test as you prepare to gain your commercial driver license in Alaska. 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.  Good luck!

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Select the true statement in regards to the liquid inside of a bulk tank causing a tank truck to roll sideways.

2 / 40

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

3 / 40

At what pressure is the safety valve in the air compressor tank set to open?

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You should check your mirrors while making a lane change:

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The school bus driver may be the only contact person from school system some parents meet. The percentage of such parents is as high as:

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What is always required before loading, driving, or unloading a tanker?

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

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

9 / 40

The brake pushrod should not move more than____for manual slack adjusters.

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Before transporting a sealed load, you must check:

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What is the stopping distance for a tractor trailer that is traveling at 55 mph on dry pavement?

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What are some things you should check on the front of your vehicle when doing the walk-around inspection?

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You should adjust all the outside left and right side convex mirrors to see:

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How often should air tanks be drained?

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You must carry a gas mask with you when transporting:

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Upon what does the amount of liquid you can carry in a load depend?

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What are some of the important parts in the steering system?

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If hazardous material is spilling from your vehicle, do not move your vehicle:

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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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You must first______to supply air to the trailer.

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

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Select how you would check the truck's slack adjusters.

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The walls that separate compartments inside the tanks and having openings at the top and bottom are called:

24 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to a converter dolly:

25 / 40

Air pressure should build___with a dual air system.

26 / 40

Select the definition of "off-tracking."

27 / 40

Liquid surge affects the handling of a tanker by:

28 / 40

What is the correct number of red reflective triangles that you should carry?

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Select the step that comes first:

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Why do air brakes take longer to stop than hydraulic brakes?

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When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that:

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You should be extra cautious when___while driving a smooth bore tanker combination.

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It is important for driving safety to always be looking ahead. Which of the following is NOT a recommended time/distance that you should be looking ahead?

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Some hazardous materials may not be loaded together with other hazardous materials. The prohibited combinations are listed in the:

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

36 / 40

Do you need to stop before a railroad crossing if you are hauling 100 pounds of Division 4.3 Dangerous When Wet material?

37 / 40

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

38 / 40

When driving in very hot temperatures, you should:

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You should_____to uncouple the converter dolly.

40 / 40

When you have a major leak in the service line and put on the brake, the service air pressure will escape and cause the:

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How To Get an Alaska Commercial Drivers License

Applicants are eligible for their CDL at the age of 18 years old. However, it's important to realize that CDLs issued for individuals under the age of 21 are restricted to intrastate commerce. Only those 21 years of age or older are eligible for interstate commerce. In addition, drivers must be 21 years old to drive a school bus, double or triple trailers, and obtain their Hazmat Certification.

All commercial driver's license applicants must get a physical examination by a FMCSA-Certified Medical Examiner. The examiner will give the applicant a DOT medical card if they are assessed as in good health to be driving a commercial vehicle.Any applicants that have the following are considered disqualified from receiving an Alaska-issued CDL:

  • Currently disqualified from commercial driving privileges in another state.
  • Currently have more than one operator's license in Alaska or any other states.
  • Operator's license is currently suspended, denied, canceled, or revoked.

Endorsements

H – Hazardous Materials
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger
S – School Bus
T – Double/Triple
X – Combination Tank and Hazardous Materials

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Alaska CDL License Test Tips

All Alaska CDL applicants must successfully pass a general knowledge test of 50 questions on the topic of commercial driving laws. Those attempting Class A Certification must complete 20 additional questions about driving combination vehicles. Those looking for endorsements or the removal of the Air Brake restriction will be required to take additional knowledge assessments. These assessments range between 20 and 30 questions regarding the specific endorsement topic. All knowledge tests must be passed with a score of 80 percent or better for a resident to be eligible for their commercial driver's license.A skills test is required of all applicants to showcase their ability to operate a commercial vehicle. The skills assessment includes a pre-trip inspection, on-road driving test, and basic control operations test. Those seeking endorsements for Passengers, School Bus, or removal of the Air Brake Restriction will need to utilize the particular vehicle the endorsement is for when performing their skills test. For example, to remove the Air Brake Restriction an individual must take the skills test in a vehicle that is equipped with air brakes.

Additional Information

CDL Testing by the Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles

The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles administers the certifying and testing of commercial drivers in the state. To get more information contact them via:

Website:  https://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/akol/cdl/

Phone:  907.269.5551

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