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Below are test questions for the Louisiana CDL test. The site is free and you are able to take the practice test as many times as you need to. Questions in these practice tests cover questions from the Louisiana CDL manual and the Louisiana CDL study guide. The Louisiana CDL test contains 50 questions, of which candidates must answer 40 questions correctly to pass. 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 Quiz" button below to begin. 

1 / 40

What do you do first during step 3 of starting the engine and inspecting the inside of the cab?

2 / 40

When you have a major leak in the service line and put on the brake, the service air pressure will escape and cause the:

3 / 40

One reason hauling liquids in tank vehciles require special care is:

4 / 40

To transport cargo safely, which of these are you NOT responsible for?

5 / 40

Select the statement that best describes what the trailer air supply control does:

6 / 40

Who is responsible for certifying on the bills of lading that the hazardous materials are prepared properly?

7 / 40

How should the trailer be lined up when preparing to back the tractor up?

8 / 40

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

9 / 40

You must first______to supply air to the trailer.

10 / 40

Select the two things that are important in preventing a rollover:

11 / 40

When accelerating:

12 / 40

On tandem axle for trailers, the sliding mechanism and locking device is:

13 / 40

How do you check the air compressor governor "cut in" and "cut out" pressures?

14 / 40

Most states require school bus drivers to take a physical examination:

15 / 40

When transporting hazardous loads, you must check the tires at least:

16 / 40

This object should be free of shiny treads, rust, free of cracks and distortions.

17 / 40

What is the best way to prevent brakes form overheating while drive down a steep grade?

18 / 40

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

19 / 40

You need to be extra careful when driving smooth bore tanks:

20 / 40

Select the reason as to why you should not use the trailer hand valve while driving.

21 / 40

Before backing under the trailer after connecting the air lines you should:

22 / 40

You should_____to uncouple the converter dolly.

23 / 40

In what location must you keep your shipping papers which describe any hazardous materials?

24 / 40

The best way to have control on curves is:

25 / 40

How do you check the power steering fluid?

26 / 40

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

27 / 40

You must keep shipping papers describing hazardous materials ______.

28 / 40

If hazardous material is spilling from your vehicle, do not move your vehicle:

29 / 40

The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG):

30 / 40

How do you supply air to the trailer tanks?

31 / 40

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

32 / 40

What is the earliest way to notice a trailer skid?

33 / 40

You downshift automatic transmissions ______.

34 / 40

You should line up_____when getting ready to back under the trailer.

35 / 40

You should check your tires every ____ or every ____ when driving in very hot weather.

36 / 40

Select the statement that describes how you could damage the landing gear.

37 / 40

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

38 / 40

Where are shut-off valves located?

39 / 40

You should adjust all the outside left and right side convex mirrors to see:

40 / 40

Make sure that_____before you back under a trailer.

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How To Get A louisiana Commercial Drivers License

Applicants looking to obtain their CDL for interstate driving and any Hazardous Materials Endorsement must be 21 years of age or older. Those who are 18 years of age, but under the age of 21 may apply for an intrastate CDL. These individuals are not able to operate doubles, triples, loaded buses, or HazMat vehicles. All applicants must have a completed Form DPSMV2219 from their medical examiner to apply for their CDL.

There are certain situations in which an individual will automatically be disqualified from receiving their CDL. These are listed below.

  • Having CDL privileges in another state disqualified.
  • Being convicted of driving impaired in a commercial vehicles 24 months prior to the application.
  • Having more than one driver’s license.
  • Having a denied, canceled, revoked, or suspended driver’s license.

All commercial driver’s license applicants must pass a practical skills CDL test and one or more knowledge tests.

Endorsements
T – Double/Triple Trailers
P – Passenger
N – Tank Vehicles
H – Hazardous Materials
X – Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazardous Materials
M – Motorcycle
S – School Bus

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louisiana CDL License Test Tips

Each applicant will be required to successfully pass one or more knowledge tests in order to move onto the practical skills test to receive their CDL. A passing score must be received for each test taken and is considered at 80 percent or higher. General knowledge tests are 50 to 70 questions in length and are required when applying for any Louisiana Class CDL. Those looking to have endorsements on their CDL will need to pass one additional knowledge test per endorsement.

Each applicant, regardless of Class, is required to pass a three-part practical skills test. This includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills, and an on-road driving test. This test ensures that the applicant is able to inspect a vehicle for safety, operate the vehicle, and can handle the vehicle with different road situations.

Additional Information

Information on the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV)

The Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles Public Safety Services regulates CDL requirements in Louisiana. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://dpsweb.dps.louisiana.gov/

Phone:  888.214.5367

 

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