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This site is available to take practice questions to prepare for the Florida CDL test. The questions on these practice tests come from the Florida CDL Handbook. The tests are free and you are able to take them as many times as you would like. Use these practice tests as a way to prepare to obtain a CDL in Florida. 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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To test the tractor-trailer connection for security, you should:

2 / 40

Air tanks should be drained:

3 / 40

Select the true statement about double or triple trailers.

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What do yo need to do before supplying air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

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

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Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

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This object should not be spliced, cut, chafed, or worn through to allow steel braid to show.

9 / 40

What should you check for when inspecting a converter dolly?

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When does your vehicle's single brake system need an adjustment?

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You may use DANGEROUS placards instead of separate placards for each Table 2 hazard class when:

12 / 40

To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

13 / 40

When not towing a trailer, why should the tractor glad hands be locked?

14 / 40

A placarded vehicle must have at least ___ placards?

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Which of the following statements is FALSE:

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When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

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

18 / 40

Cargo tanks ____.

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What is a supply pressure gauge used for?

20 / 40

A truck with baffles will handle:

21 / 40

Select the item that is not checked in the engine compartment:

22 / 40

Which of the following is a key steering component?

23 / 40

Which seats not securely fastened to the bus are usually allowed?

24 / 40

What is the best way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle?

25 / 40

A minimum tread depth of 2/32 inch is required for:

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While completing the 1st component of the air brake check you are required to fully push down on the foot brake and _____.

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With most hazardous materials, you may park within 5 feet of the road briefly, if your work requires it. The materials that are the exception and do not allow parking this close to the road are:

28 / 40

When transporting hazardous loads, you must check the tires at least:

29 / 40

What does outage mean?

30 / 40

What does the air compressor governor control?

31 / 40

You should line up_____when getting ready to back under the trailer.

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Why should you cover cargo?

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Select the true statement about converter dollies:

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A shipment described on the Hazardous Waste Manifest may only be delivered to another _______ carrier or treatment facility, who then signs the ______, giving you a copy which you must keep.

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In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

36 / 40

Which of these statements about signaling is correct?

37 / 40

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

38 / 40

What does the amount of liquid allowed in the tank depend on?

39 / 40

How should the pintle hook be when backing a dolly under the second trailer?

40 / 40

What is the next step after securing the bus when you have an unruly child on board?

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How To Get A florida Commercial Drivers License

Applicants can get their CDL at the age of 18. Person between the ages of 18 and 21 are restricted to intrastate driving, cannot drive doubles or triples, and may not be endorsed for Hazmat transport. Those age 21 and older may receive all available endorsements and drive interstate. CDL applicants must obtain a DOT medical card to be eligible for their commercial driver’s license.

Any drivers that fall into the below categories are disqualified from obtaining their CDL.

  • Having a license from any other state than Florida.
  • Being convicted of driving impaired in a commercial vehicle in the past two years.
  • Having a suspended, revoked, or canceled driver’s license.
  • Being disqualified from CDL driving privileges in another state.

All applicants must complete one or more knowledge tests and a skills test in order to be eligible to receive their commercial driver’s license.

Endorsements
H – Hazmat
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passengers
S – School Bus
T – Double / Triple Trailers
X – Placarded Hazmat & Tank Vehicles

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florida CDL License Test Tips

Each applicant is required to complete a knowledge test in order to receive their CDL, with a score of 80% or better. Depending on the Class and Endorsements sought, there are multiple knowledge tests that much be taken. These include:

  • Class A – 70 Questions (50 General Knowledge + 20 Combined Vehicle)
  • Class B,C – 50 General Knowledge Questions
  • Passenger, Doubles/Triples, and Tank Endorsements – 20 Questions
  • School Bus Endorsement, Air Brake Restriction Removal – 25 Questions
  • Hazmat Certification – 30 Questions

All applicants must complete a three section skills test. This includes a vehicle inspection, on-road driving assessment, and basic controls test. Those seeking endorsements for School Bus and Passengers as well as the Air Brake Restriction Removal will need to complete the skills test in the respective vehicle for their endorsement or removal. For example, those seeking the School Bus Endorsement must complete the skills test in a school bus.

Additional Information

Information on the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles

The Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles provides oversight and administration for the CDL requirements and testing in Florida. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/commercial-motor-vehicle-drivers/

Phone:  850.617.2606

 

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