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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!

1 / 40

If your engine runs a pump used during delivery of compressed gas, should you turn off the engine before or after unhooking hoses after delivery?

2 / 40

Select the inappropriate way to test for the low pressure warning signal.

3 / 40

______is a device that connects the service and emergency air lines between the tractor and trailer.

4 / 40

You are inspecting the_____when looking for broken welds, cracks, holes, or other damage to the longitudinal frame member, cross members, box, and floor.

5 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

6 / 40

Check that the parking brake will hold by____when the parking brake is engaged and the trailer brakes released if not a combination vehicle.

7 / 40

Before transporting a sealed load, you must check:

8 / 40

If your bus is equipped with an emergency exit door, it must:

9 / 40

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

10 / 40

How often should you check the cargo you are transporting?

11 / 40

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

12 / 40

You should_____to uncouple the converter dolly.

13 / 40

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

14 / 40

This object should not have any missing parts, be fully raised, the crank handle is secured, and that there is no damage to the frame.

15 / 40

Select the factors that can cause your brakes to fade or fail:

16 / 40

If you must stop on the shoulder of the road, you should place warning devices at all of the following places except...

17 / 40

Air pressure should build___with a dual air system.

18 / 40

You should expect____when backing a tractor under a trailer.

19 / 40

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

20 / 40

The pintle hook should be_____ and the converter dolly air tank drain valve is___when doing a walk around inspection of a triple or double trailer.

21 / 40

How high should you crank the landing gear?

22 / 40

____is the most common type of foundation brakes used by heavy vehicles.

23 / 40

When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

24 / 40

Off-tracking happens when going around a corner and:

25 / 40

While completing the 3rd component of the air brake check of a combination vehicle, at what psi should the tracor protection valve and parking brake valve should pop out?

26 / 40

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

27 / 40

What is the purpose of the supply pressure gauge?

28 / 40

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

29 / 40

Liquid surge affects the handling of a tanker by:

30 / 40

Which contains more alcohol: a 12-ounce glass of 5% beer, a 5-ounce glass of 12% wine or a 1 1/2-ounce shot of 80 proof liquor?

31 / 40

How do you check the power steering fluid?

32 / 40

Select the true statement about converter dollies:

33 / 40

Which of these is a good rule for backing a straight bus?

34 / 40

What product is typically carried in a liquid tank trailer without baffles?

35 / 40

When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

36 / 40

When checking for_____you are looking for dripping fluids or puddles on the ground below the transmission or engine.

37 / 40

A slack adjuster is:

38 / 40

Suspension systems:

39 / 40

One reason hauling liquids in tank vehciles require special care is:

40 / 40

An "A/W" the first column of the hazardous materials table means:

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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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