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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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You should brake on a long steep downgrade hill as a supplement to the braking effects of the engine

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Your engine runs a pump when you are delivering compressed gas. Should you turn off your engine before or after you unhook the hoses after finishing that delivery?

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If you park the trailer at an angle to the tractor when uncoupling:

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What are the three hazard classes should NOT be loaded into a trailer that has a heater air conditioner unit?

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How often should you check the tires if your placarded trailer has dual tires?

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Five hazard classes that require placarding in any amount are ______.

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You should check your tires every ____ or every ____ when driving in very hot weather.

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Tires should should be replaced:

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Which of these statements about signaling is correct?

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Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?

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You should check your mirrors while making a lane change:

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When approaching a school bus stop, you should:

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This gauge has a governor cut-off.

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Select the true statement:

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If there is not a sight glass to check the oil level you are required to look for leaks around the _____.

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A shipper’s certification is best described as _____.

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At around____the governor allows the air compressor to start pumping again:

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The front trailer supports should be____before driving away.

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Select what you should do before leaving the vehicle unattended:

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Which of the following should you NOT do if you experience a tire failure?

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Select the action that is not appropriate when driving on slippery roads:

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Select the reason as to why you should not use the trailer hand valve while driving.

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What are the three types of emergency equipment that you must have with your vehicle?

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Which of the following statements about "Radioactive" labels is true?

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For Division 1.1 or 1.2 Explosives A, should the floor liner required be stainless steel?

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Which signals may be used to warn of a stopped vehicle that contains explosives?

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

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Why is understanding the loading and unloading procedures so critical?

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What school bus accidents should be reported?

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What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

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When driving on a clear night with the vehicle lights on, your speed should be such that you can stop within _____.

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The most important hand signal you should agree on with a helper is:

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

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How do you secure a second trailer to your combination vehicle?

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

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The purpose for the emergency air line is:

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The method for testing hydraulic brakes for leaks is to _____.

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What are the liquid tight separations between compartments inside tanks called?

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What are spring brakes?

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

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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

 

Additional Florida CDL Helpful Links

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.