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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.

1 / 40

Select the part that is not a part of the drum brake:

2 / 40

Which signals may be used to warn of a stopped vehicle that contains explosives?

3 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the braking power of spring brakes.

4 / 40

Select the accurate statement in regards to rolling up the landing gear to complete the coupling process.

5 / 40

The bus driver must accept responsibility for supervising and controlling students while on the bus route. Who is the person in charge?

6 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

7 / 40

When would a drive-wheel skid result in a jackknife when pulling doubles?

8 / 40

Select how you would check the truck's slack adjusters.

9 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

10 / 40

Select the true statement about converter dollies:

11 / 40

A disruptive passenger:

12 / 40

The basic description of a hazardous material includes the hazard class, the identification number, and the proper shipping name. Which one must appear first on the shipping paper?

13 / 40

The blind spot behind the bus could extend to how many feet?

14 / 40

This object is not checked at the rear of the trailer.

15 / 40

Select the item that is not checked in the engine compartment:

16 / 40

Why should you cover cargo?

17 / 40

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

18 / 40

Select the statement that is not part of the air-brake system:

19 / 40

Select the answer that is not a part of the braking process when driving a tractor-trailer combination vehicle that has ABS:

20 / 40

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

21 / 40

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

22 / 40

How many different hazard classes are there?

23 / 40

Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

24 / 40

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

25 / 40

Before pulling away, make sure the landing gear of the trailer is:

26 / 40

Which of the following statements about special danger of loading and unloading is true?

27 / 40

Which of the following is a reason that shippers package material?

28 / 40

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

29 / 40

Why should you use chocks when parking a trailer without spring brakes?

30 / 40

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

31 / 40

Select the true statement about double or triple trailers.

32 / 40

The designation RQ identifies the material's:

33 / 40

What position should the heaviest trailer be in when pulling 3 trailers?

34 / 40

This gauge will indicate if the generator or alternator is charging:

35 / 40

The trailer height is correct for connecting a converter dolly to a second or third trailer when:

36 / 40

What should you do if you start a trailer skid?

37 / 40

Check that the parking brake will hold by____when the parking brake is engaged and the trailer brakes released if not a combination vehicle.

38 / 40

Which of the following about the front tires on a commercial bus is true?

39 / 40

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

40 / 40

Which of the following should you NOT do if you experience a tire failure?

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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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