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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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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?

2 / 40

Within 3 minutes, this gauge pressure should build to 90 psi from 50 psi.

3 / 40

A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

6 / 40

This carries hydraulic fluid or air to the wheel brake assemby.

7 / 40

A tractor should not be backed under a trailer until the whole air system is:

8 / 40

How do you make sure the air lines are not crossed and the trailer brakes are working after supplying air to the trailer?

9 / 40

When driving normally, some drivers use the hand valve before applying the brake pedal to prevent jack knifing. Select the most appropriate response to this statement.

10 / 40

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

11 / 40

The emergency air line is used to:

12 / 40

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

13 / 40

The bolst, brackets, or bushings that attach the air bag and/or spring to the vehicle and axle frame are _____.

14 / 40

At 55 miles-per-hour it takes about 6 seconds to stop a fully loaded truck and the braking distance is:

15 / 40

The main reason you should pull the dolly out from under a trailer before disconnecting it from the trailer in front is:

16 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to handing triples and doubles

17 / 40

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

18 / 40

A shipper’s certification is best described as _____.

19 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to a converter dolly:

20 / 40

The method used to make sure the spring brakes will come on automatically is to:

21 / 40

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

22 / 40

The manual says you should look _____ ahead while driving.

23 / 40

For what reason do you keep the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection?

24 / 40

What color and shape is the trailer air supply control?

25 / 40

Which of the following answers lists the three types of emergency equipment you must have on your bus?

26 / 40

Select the true statement about emergency brakes:

27 / 40

When is it acceptable for non-hazardous materials to be described by hazard class words or identification numbers?

28 / 40

The trailer height is correct for connecting a converter dolly to a second or third trailer when:

29 / 40

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

30 / 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?

31 / 40

You must not allow riders to stand:

32 / 40

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

33 / 40

The compressor is connected to the engine via _____?

34 / 40

Select the first action to do when the low air pressure warning comes on:

35 / 40

Which of the following will confirm that you are driving with anti-lock brakes?

36 / 40

This item should be firmly attached the to frame, be solid, and clear of objects:

37 / 40

Air tanks need to be drained:

38 / 40

A portable tank differs from a cargo tank in that ______.

39 / 40

What is the purpose of a driver placarding his or her vehicle?

40 / 40

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

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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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