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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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Which of the following factors is NOT used to determine your safe speed when going down a long steep downgrade?

2 / 40

Students exit the bus and walk:

3 / 40

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

4 / 40

Bus drivers must have a CDL if they drive a vehicle:

5 / 40

What are spring brakes?

6 / 40

Under which two special conditions should you downshift?

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What position should the heaviest trailer be in when pulling 3 trailers?

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The correct trailer height when coupling the rear trailer is:

9 / 40

A vehicle placarded for Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 explosives:

10 / 40

You need to be extra careful when driving smooth bore tanks:

11 / 40

This gauge will indicate if the generator or alternator is charging:

12 / 40

If there is rust around the nuts, what may it indicate?

13 / 40

How should the hand valve be used?

14 / 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?

15 / 40

What is a king pin?

16 / 40

Check to ensure that____when inspecting the coupling.

17 / 40

The baffles in a tank trailer help to control:

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What should you do if the low air pressure warning comes on for only one system in a truck or bus that has a dual air brake system?

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Why should you test the tractor protection valve?

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What must vehicles with air brakes have?

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Which trailer is more likely to roll over when pulling 3 trailers?

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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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After deciding the type of evacuation that is necessary, the next step you must take is:

24 / 40

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

25 / 40

If your bus has an emergency exit door, it must:

26 / 40

The container for the mechanism that transforms the steering column action into wheel action is:

27 / 40

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

28 / 40

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

29 / 40

When using turn signals, which of the following should be avoided?

30 / 40

You do not have to stop at railroad crossings, but must slow down and carefully check for other vehicles:

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The interlock system for the brake and accelerator on a transit coach may be used:

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What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

33 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to stopping distance and speed:

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If a rider wants to bring a car battery or a can of gasoline or kerosene aboard your bus, you should:

35 / 40

The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

36 / 40

You should_____to uncouple the converter dolly.

37 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to empty trucks:

38 / 40

Which of the following statements about special danger of loading and unloading is true?

39 / 40

How do you know when your brakes are fading?

40 / 40

After coupling with a trailer, what position should the front trailer supports be in before driving away?

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