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Idaho! 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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An air system that is fully charged will typically have ___ psi of pressure.

2 / 40

How often should air tanks be drained?

3 / 40

The most stable tanker shape is:

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

Your bus starts to lean toward the outside on a banked curve, you are:

6 / 40

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

7 / 40

The belt that you need to make sure is securely mounted, without frays, and adjusts and latches properly is the:

8 / 40

Select the true statement about emergency brakes:

9 / 40

When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that:

10 / 40

This object releases the fifth wheel locking jaw to allow uncoupling.

11 / 40

For emergency braking when driving a double trailer and having to use your brakes to avoid a collision is to:

12 / 40

Take extra caution when driving smooth bore tanks during:

13 / 40

The safety valve is usually set to open at:

14 / 40

This object should not be damaged, bent, or rusted through and be evenly centered with the tires and dual wheels evenly separated.

15 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to brake drums:

16 / 40

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

17 / 40

_____ create a little above 90 degree angle between the adjuster arm and push rod when the brakes are released and no less than 90 degrees when the brakes are applied.

18 / 40

You are driving a 40 foot truck at 35 MPH, how much space (in seconds) should you keep in front of you?

19 / 40

Which two special conditions indicate that you should downshift?

20 / 40

In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valves and pintle hook be in?

21 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to unhooking the pintle hook while the converter dolly is still under the trailer.

22 / 40

Which seats not securely fastened to the bus are usually allowed?

23 / 40

You should follow behind other vehicles ______when traveling under 40 mph.

24 / 40

How many seats may be placed in the aisle if the bus is a charter and is carrying agricultural (farm) workers?

25 / 40

Charter drivers should not:

26 / 40

What is most likely to occur when driving a tanker truck and the front wheels begin to skid?

27 / 40

Signs of distracted drivers include:

28 / 40

You should be extra cautious when___while driving a smooth bore tanker combination.

29 / 40

Drivers who transport route controlled radioactive materials must carry a dated certificate of radioactive materials training. This training must have ocurred within the last:

30 / 40

As the driver of a bus, how can you best avoid hindering other traffic on the highway?

31 / 40

The minimum tire tread depth for front tires is:

32 / 40

Which of the following are possible causes of tire fires?

33 / 40

When you have a major leak in the service line and you apply pressure to the brakes, the service air pressure will escape and:

34 / 40

With Division 1.2 or 1.3 Explosive B, how close to the travelled part of the roadway can you park?

35 / 40

What is a passive railway crossing?

36 / 40

____is what can legally hold the parking brake or emergency brake in position for a bus, truck, or truck tractor.

37 / 40

Select the true statement about dual air brake systems:

38 / 40

What might happen if a trailer is too high when you try to couple?

39 / 40

You should have the fifth wheel plate greased as recommened because:

40 / 40

A shipper’s certification is best described as _____.

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How To Get A idaho Commercial Drivers License

Applicants can be age 18 or older when applying for their CDL. Those under the age of 21 are not eligible for the Hazmat or Doubles/Triples Endorsement. All applicants must get a DOT medical card to shows their ability to be physically able to drive a commercial motor vehicle.

Any drivers that fall into the following categories are disqualified from receiving their CDL:

  • Having more than one driver’s license.
  • Being convicted of an impaired driving offense in a commercial vehicle within the prior 24 months to submitting the CDL application.
  • Current suspended, revoked, denied, or canceled driver’s license.
  • Having CDL disqualifications in other states.

All applicants are required to complete a practical skills test and knowledge test in order to receive their CDL. Adding endorsements to a CDL will require additional knowledge tests and practical skills tests.

Endorsements
T – Doubles / Triples
P – Passenger
N – Tank Vehicles
H – Hazardous Materials
X – Tank Vehicle That Carries Hazardous Materials

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idaho CDL License Test Tips

Applicants for an Idaho CDL must complete a written knowledge test to showcase their retention of the commercial driving laws. Class A drivers are required to take a 70 question assessment that includes 20 questions specifically about combination vehicles. Class B and C applicants are required to pass a 50 question assessment. Those seeking endorsements and removal of the Air Brake Restriction must take additional tests that range between 20 and 30 questions. All tests must be passed with a score of 80 percent or better.

CDL applicants are required to pass a three-part skills test. These parts include a driving test, basic control skills test, and vehicle inspection test. This can be completed at an Idaho State Driving Facility or other approved testing site.

Additional Information

Information on the Idaho Transportation Department

The Idaho Transportation Department administers the CDL requirements and testing in Idaho. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://trucking.idaho.gov/commercial-drivers-license-cdl/

Phone:  208.334.8000

 

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