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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.

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Which of the following is a clue another driver is impaired:

2 / 40

A placarded vehicle must have at least ___ placards?

3 / 40

Is this statement true or false: You do not need to use the parking brake if are leaving your vehicle for a short amount of time.

4 / 40

To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

5 / 40

Which trailer is more likely to roll over when pulling 3 trailers?

6 / 40

What is the safest way to stop unruly behavior on the bus?

7 / 40

Select how brakes work on long, steep downgrades:

8 / 40

Select the action that is not appropriate when driving on slippery roads:

9 / 40

Tires should should be replaced:

10 / 40

The driver's manual advises you to disconnect the steering axle brake to keep the rig straight:

11 / 40

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

12 / 40

Hazardous materials (that are not forbidden) carried on a bus must be:

13 / 40

You downshift automatic transmissions ______.

14 / 40

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

15 / 40

Check to ensure that____when inspecting the coupling.

16 / 40

You should_____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop your tanker.

17 / 40

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

18 / 40

What is the normal operating range for a truck's oil pressure?

19 / 40

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

20 / 40

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

21 / 40

The minimum tire tread depth for front tires is:

22 / 40

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

23 / 40

A driver of a tank vehicle should take curves, off ramps, and on ramps at a speed lower than the posted speed limit.

24 / 40

You are checking the_______when looking at the dipstick to see if the lubrication is at the safe operating range or above the refill line.

25 / 40

This object is required to be checked for damage, that it's secure, and strong enough to handle any cargo.

26 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to empty trucks:

27 / 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.

28 / 40

Air brake systems should not lose air faster than____when testing for air leakage rates in combination vehicles before applying the brake pedal.

29 / 40

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

30 / 40

To test the tractor-trailer connection for security, you should:

31 / 40

Select the statement that tells you how you can check the low pressure warning signal.

32 / 40

When fueling a placarded vehicle, someone must always be:

33 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to managing the space to the sides:

34 / 40

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

35 / 40

Select the true statement about dual air brake systems.

36 / 40

Tankers used to transport hazardous materials on vehicles must be marked with:

37 / 40

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

38 / 40

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

39 / 40

Why does it take special skills to haul a tank vehicle?

40 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to stopping distance and speed:

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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.

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

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indiana CDL License Test Tips

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.

Additional Information

Information on the Office of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles

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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