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

2 / 40

Which trailer is most likely to tip over due to the crack the whip effect?

3 / 40

You should_____when the low pressure warning is activated:

4 / 40

The minimum tread depth for tires other than the front tires is ____.

5 / 40

Which hazard classes must you NEVER smoke, or perform any activity involving fire, within 25 feet of?

6 / 40

The object that doesn't get checked at the side of the trailer is the:

7 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to as why you should make sure the fifth wheel plate is greased as recommended:

8 / 40

How should the shut off valves at the rear of the trailer be when inspecting doubles?

9 / 40

You should turn off your engine when loading flammable liquid unless:

10 / 40

If you are already carrying 100 pounds of silver cyanide, what precautions must you take if you are given papers at a dock to carry 100 cartons of battery acid?

11 / 40

What handling effect should you expect when your tank has baffles?

12 / 40

If there is no traffic light or attendant, how far from the draw of a drawbridge must you stop?

13 / 40

Select how you would check the truck's slack adjusters.

14 / 40

Suspension systems:

15 / 40

Which trailer should be the first one after the tractor?

16 / 40

Select the true statement about what the Air Compressor Governor controls:

17 / 40

Select whether the following statement is true or false: Front wheel brakes are good to use in all conditions.

18 / 40

Air pressure loss in a vehicle with a fully charged air system should be less than_______after the initial drop and brake applied.

19 / 40

Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

20 / 40

How often should you drain your air tanks?

21 / 40

Another term for a smooth bore tank is:

22 / 40

Select the definition for outage:

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

What do you check when doing a visual inspection of the coupling?

25 / 40

The manual says you should look _____ ahead while driving.

26 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to if a glad hand on the blue air line is missing a seal.

27 / 40

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

28 / 40

Select the true statement about dual air brake systems:

29 / 40

The basic description of a hazardous material includes the hazard class, the identification number, and the proper shipping name. Which one must appear first on the shipping paper?

30 / 40

What is the stopping distance for a tractor trailer that is traveling at 55 mph on dry pavement?

31 / 40

Which two special conditions indicate that you should downshift?

32 / 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.

33 / 40

What are slack adjusters?

34 / 40

The minimum tire tread depth for front tires is:

35 / 40

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

36 / 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?

37 / 40

When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

38 / 40

Select the load of the trailer that will require the shorter distance to stop.

39 / 40

What is the purpose of the supply pressure gauge?

40 / 40

Which of the following is NOT a part of the steering system?

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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.