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CDL Practice Test

This is a free site and you are able to take the tests as a study guide as you prepare for the Indiana CDL knowledge exam. The topics covered in these Indiana practice CDL tests are taken from the Indiana CDL manual. You are welcome to take the tests as many times as you need to. 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.

1 / 40

When fueling a placarded vehicle, someone must always be:

At the emergency power shut off for the pump.

At the nozzle, controlling the fuel flow.

Be at the rear most corner on the vehicle.

Within 10 feet of the pump with a fire extinguisher.

2 / 40

Cargo tanks are:

Filled while they are off your vehicle, then attached for transportation.

Only made in one size.

Bulk packaging permanently attached to your vehicle.

Bulk packaging temporarily attached to your vehicle.

3 / 40

The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

2/23 inch

4/32 inch

14 mm

None of the answers listed

4 / 40

Why is the proper adjustment and use of all mirrors so vital to the safe operation of the school bus?

In order to observe the danger zones around the bus.

In order to clear up blind spots around the bus.

In order to see if small vehicles are driving in the bus blind spots.

In order to observe the danger zones around the bus and look for the students, traffic, and other objects in this area.

5 / 40

This item should not be rusted, bent, or damaged and centered over evenly spaced tires and dual wheels.

Lug bolts

Fifth wheel

Spacers

Frame

6 / 40

Which of these statements about speed management and braking is true?

You need about four times as much stopping distance at 40 mph as at 20 mph.

Stopping time increases by one second for each 10 mph over 20 mph.

The posted speed limit will always allow you to stop safely.

The total stopping distance of a bus is the distance it takes to stop once the brakes are applied.

7 / 40

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

it is not a big problem

there may be a service line air leak

you should remove one from the red air line to use as a temporary replacement

there may be an emergency line air leak

8 / 40

Unless you_____you will feel the effects of a liquid surge.

gradually come to a stop

make turns carefully and slowly

all answers listed

haul thick liquids

9 / 40

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

200

125

250

10 / 40

What method should be used to test that the air is flowing to all the trailers?

check the pressure indicator dial on the final trailer

listen for air flow after opening the shutoff valves at the rear of the last trailer

pump the brakes with the windows down

only a certified mechanic can check for this

11 / 40

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

open and open

closed and open

open and latched

closed and latched

12 / 40

The safety catch for the fifth wheel locking lever must be ____ for a coupling to be complete.

above the locking lever

sticking straight up

threaded through the locking lever

below the locking lever

13 / 40

Where are shut-off valves located?

at the front and back of the trailer

at the back of the trailer

at the front of the trailer

either at the front or the back of the trailer

14 / 40

Make sure that____when the front trailer supports are up and the trailer is resting on the tractor.

there is enough clearance between the landing gear and the tractor frame

there is enough clearance between the lower and upper fifth wheel

the kingpin has been removed

the safety latch is in the open position

15 / 40

How should the pintle hook be when backing a dolly under the second trailer?

in a halfway open position

removed from the dolly

in the latched position

in the unlatched position

16 / 40

The best way to test if the spring brakes come on automatically is to:

apply pressure on and off the brake pedal until the manufacturer's low psi specification has been met for the spring brakes to deploy

apply pressure on and off the brake pedal until the parkng brake valve pops out on tractor-trailer vehicles

all of these answers are correct

apply pressure on and off the brake pedal until the parking valve pops out on single vehicles

17 / 40

What is most likely to occur when the front wheels begin to skid?

A roll over will occur.

All answers listed.

The power of the surge will disconnect the tank from the truck.

You will continue heading in a straight line and moving forward no matter what direction you turn the steering wheel.

18 / 40

Class A explosives must not be transported in a combination vehicle if the vehicle includes:

A placarded cargo tank.

A 200 inch wheelbase trailer.

None of these answers are correct.

Two or more trailers.

19 / 40

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

2/32

1/32

4/32

3/32

20 / 40

Select which is not an engine compartement belt:

A water pump belt

An air compressor belt

A safety belt

A power steering belt

21 / 40

The school bus driver may be the only contact person from school system some parents meet. The percentage of such parents is as high as:

0.5

0.65

0.72

0.85

22 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to quick steering movements and triple/double trailers:

there are no issues that occur from quick steering

as you perform quick steering movements you should apply pressure to the brake pedal

they flip over due to quick steering movements a lot easier than other vehicles

it is easier to countersteer compared to other vehicles

23 / 40

What should the driver pay special attention to when driving smaller tanks?

The high center of gravity.

The level of the fluid.

All answers listed.

The distrubition of weight.

24 / 40

What will happen right away should the service air line come apart but the emergency line is intact while driving a combination vehicle?

the emergency tractor brakes will activate

the trailer's air tank will leak through the one line

you will come to a complete stop

nothing will occur until you try to use the brakes

25 / 40

Which of the following is something the driver must watch for:

Poles and tree limbs at stops.

Gaps your bus needs to accelerate and merge with traffic.

All of these answers are correct.

Appropriate clearance around and over the bus.

26 / 40

In what position should the shut off valves on a the rear of the front trailer be in on a set of double trailers?

in a halfway open position

in an open position

in a 1/3 way open position

in a closed position

27 / 40

Air pressure should build___with a dual air system.

from 60 to 100 psi in 45 seconds

from 50 to 80 psi in 60 seconds

from 70 to 125 psi in 60 seconds

from 85 to 100 psi in 45 seconds

28 / 40

Select the true statement about emergency steering and tankers:

None of the answers listed.

It is easier to counter steer than other vehicles.

Do not apply the brakes when making quick movements of the steering wheel.

Have a firm grip on the steering wheel before making quick movements of the steering wheel.

29 / 40

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

By staying in the right lane if you can.

By passing only the slowest vehicles.

By never passing.

By driving faster than the other traffic.

30 / 40

How many different hazard classes are there?

31 / 40

While driving on a clear night with low beam headlights, you should be able to stop within:

The distance you will travel in the next 20 seconds.

Half of a football field.

2 lengths of your vehicle.

The distance you can see ahead of you.

32 / 40

Select the true statement about empty trucks:

they have poor traction due to wheel lockup and bouncing

empty trucks stop in the same distance as a fully loaded truck

they have a smaller stopping distance than full trailers

empty trailers are easier to stop because there is not cargo shifting

33 / 40

You should_____when the low pressure warning is activated:

wait until the air brakes kick in automatically

maintain highway speed and keep an eye on your air pressure gauge

pump the brake pedal to come to a stop immediately

come to a safe stop while you still have control of the brakes

34 / 40

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

At crossings marked as "exempt" or "abandoned".

Where a policeman or flagman is directing traffic.

All of these answers are correct.

If a traffic signal is green.

35 / 40

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

Never

Always

For hazards not described in the hazmat manual

During an emergency

36 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to managing space to the sides.

high gust winds do not cause any issues for triples and doubles

you should always keep your vehicle to the right side of the lane

you should try to avoid driving next to others when possible

all answers listed

37 / 40

In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

move the victims out of the way immediately

protect the area

stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm

notify authorities

38 / 40

The interlock system for the brake and accelerator on a transit coach may be used:

To replace the rear door emergency buzzer.

As a safety feature when the exit door is open.

All of these answers are correct.

To replace the parking brake.

39 / 40

Select the false statement about suspension:

Check to make sure torsion bars and/or arms are lubricated.

Check for broken or cracked spring hangers.

Check for shifted, missing, or cracked leaf springs.

Check for distorted or broken coil springs.

40 / 40

When accelerating:

speed up smoothly and gradually and avoid jerking

do not engage the clutch before you take your foot off the brake

"hammer down" when your wheels start to spin

always use the parking brake to slow down

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How To Get An indiana Commercial Drivers License

All applicants for an Indiana CDL must meet strict eligibility requirements. Each applicant must be a legal resident of the state of Indiana and withhold a driver’s license that is at least one year old. Some other eligibility requirements are listed below. Individuals can apply for a CDL to transport property within the Indiana state lines at the age of 18 years old. Individuals must be 21 years of age or older to drive outside of Indiana state lines. In addition, to receive a Hazmat Endorsement or to transport people, individuals must be at least 21 years old.All applicants are required to have a DOT medical card and submit a self-certification form that describes the types of vehicles they intend to operate. Failure to submit the form or have a medical card will automatically disqualify an individual from obtaining their CDL.

Any applicants that fall into the following categories are automatically disqualified from receiving their commercial driver’s license.

Current driver’s license is suspended, revoked, denied, or canceled.
Conviction of driving a commercial vehicle impaired with the past 24 months.
Possessing more than one driver’s license.
Currently has CDL privileges disqualified or revoked in Indiana or another state.

All applicants must pass a knowledge exam and a CDL skills test in a vehicle that represents the license Class they are applying for.

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X – Hazmat Tank
H – Hazardous Materials
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
T – Double or Triple Trailers
S – School Bus

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All applicants are required to pass a general knowledge test for their CDL. The knowledge test consists of 50 questions on the topic of commercial driving. Class A drivers must complete an additional 20 questions about combination vehicles. Those seeking endorsements must take an additional exam for each endorsement they wish to receive. A passing score for each test is at a minimum of 80 percent.

All skills tests will consist of three parts. These include a pre-trip inspection, basic control skills exam, and a road trip exam. These are to be completed at a local BMV office or other authorized examination site. An applicant must pass each part of the skills test to be eligible for their CDL.

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The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles is responsible for the administration of the CDL requirements and testing in Indiana. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.in.gov/bmv/2529.htm

Phone: 888.692.6841

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