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Welcome to the Maine CDL practice test site. Questions on these practice tests are designed to mirror those that are found on the Maine CDL test. These tests are complimentary and you may take them as many times as you would like. 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.

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The sliding mechanism and locking device for a tandem axle on trailers is:

2 / 40

Where are shut off valves located on trailers that are doubles or triples?

3 / 40

Do you need to stop before a railroad crossing if you are hauling 100 pounds of Division 4.3 Dangerous When Wet material?

4 / 40

Select the true statement:

5 / 40

What is NOT one of the four skill areas that operating a commercial vehicle requires?

6 / 40

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

7 / 40

What do yo need to do before supplying air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

8 / 40

Select the false statement about suspension:

9 / 40

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

10 / 40

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

11 / 40

What is the best way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle?

12 / 40

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

13 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to what is required of a driver with a double or triple trailers:

14 / 40

Which of the following statements is true about speed management?

15 / 40

The front trailer supports should be____before driving away.

16 / 40

How do you supply air to the trailer tanks?

17 / 40

Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

18 / 40

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

19 / 40

This item does not need to be checked during the cab check.

20 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to your brake function when your ABS fails

21 / 40

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

22 / 40

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

23 / 40

When backing, what is the best method to use to avoid blind spots?

24 / 40

Which of the following statements about the bus interior is false?

25 / 40

School buses are one of the safest means of transportation. What two key factors contribute to this impressive safety record?

26 / 40

What is the movement of the liquid called when the tanks are partially filled?

27 / 40

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

28 / 40

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

29 / 40

What type fire extinguisher is required in the power unit of a placarded vehicle?

30 / 40

In the slide mechanism of the sliding fifth wheel, this object should have no missing pins or be loose when fully engaged.

31 / 40

When inspecting the_____you pump the pedals 3 times and then hold it down for 5 seconds feeling for no movement to occur.

32 / 40

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate reason to flash your braking lights?

33 / 40

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

34 / 40

What position should the tractor protection control valve be in after coupling?

35 / 40

You must not allow riders to stand:

36 / 40

You need to raise the landing gear just to the height of where it clears the pavement before driving.

37 / 40

How do you determine if slack adjusters need to be adjusted?

38 / 40

On the Hazardous Materials Table, column 1 shows:

39 / 40

What is the best way to figure out how many seconds of following distance you have?

40 / 40

You should never brake and should rely only steering inputs to avoid a crash while driving a tanker truck.

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How To Get A maine Commercial Drivers License

Applicants can apply for their CDL at the age of 21 years old. Those who are between the ages of 18 years old and 21 years old can apply for a CDL with some restrictions. These drivers cannot possess a HazMat Endorsement, drive doubles or triples, or drive out of the state of Maine. All applicants for a Maine CDL must possess a Medical Examiner’s Certificate or DOT medical card.

Any of the following instances will disqualify a driver from obtaining their CDL in the state of Maine.

  • Having a currently suspended, denied, canceled, or revoked driver’s license.
  • Having more than one driver’s license from multiple states.
  • Being convicted of driving impaired in a commercial vehicle 24 months prior to applying.
  • Having CDL driving privileges revoked in another state.

Applicants applying for a Maine CDL must successfully complete the necessary knowledge and skills test to receive their new driving privileges.

Endorsements
H – Hazardous Materials
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Transport
T – Doubles / Triples
X – HazMat and Tank Vehicles
L – Air Brakes
S – School Bus

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maine CDL License Test Tips

To obtain a Maine CDL and any special endorsements individuals must take one or more knowledge tests. To get a Class A, B, and C commercial driver’s license you must pass a 50 question general knowledge test relating to commercial driving. Class A applicants will need to answer an additional 20 questions about combination driving. When an applicant is seeking endorsements, they will be required to complete one additional knowledge test per endorsement. Tank Vehicle, Doubles, Triples, and Passenger Endorsements all have 20 questions assessments. School Bus Endorsements and Air Brake Restriction Removals require a 25 question test.

Once an applicant passes all necessary knowledge tests, they will be required to complete a skills test. This tests the applicant’s knowledge of hands on driving experience, vehicle inspection, and basic vehicle control. All applicants applying for Passenger Transport and School Bus Endorsements as well as removal of the Air Brakes Restriction must pass an additional skills test.

Additional Information

Information on the Maine Secretary of State Bureau of Motor Vehicles

The Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles provides the oversight and administration of CDL requirements in Maine. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.maine.gov/sos/bmv/commercial/index.html

Phone:  207.624.9000

 

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