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CDL Practice Test

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

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

when it is raining

in ideal conditions

whever you feel like it

never

2 / 40

Select the true statement about retest markings:

They must be stamped on the tank.

All answers listed.

It shows what type of inspection or test was completed.

Must have a date of the last retest marked.

3 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

when in residential areas

when you are leaving your vehicle for more than an hour

each time you leave your vehicle for any amount of time

with rare exception, every time you leave your vehicle

4 / 40

You are required to have a tank endorsement when transporting:

Passengers

Bulk fertilizer

Gas or liquid

Materials that are hazardous

5 / 40

What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

Don't discharge such riders where it would be unsafe for them.

You must remove the disruptive passenger immediately for the safety of the others.

You must ensure the disurptive rider's safety as well as that of others.

It may be safer to wait and discharge the disruptive passenger at the next scheduled stop or a well-lighted area where there are other people.

6 / 40

How should the hand valve be used?

only when accompanied by the service brakes

only when the trailer is loaded to its maximum weight

only when accompanied by the foot brake

to test the trailer brakes

7 / 40

A trailer is at the right height to have the tractor backed up to it when:

the fifth wheel will not come in contact with the kingpin

it'll raise slightly when the tractor is backed up under it

the kingpin is about 1 1/5 inches above the fifth wheel

the top of the kingpin is even with the bottom of the fifth wheel

8 / 40

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

use stab or controlled braking

keep a firm pressure on the brake pedal

turn off the abs and brace for impact

use the emergency brakes only

9 / 40

What is the purpose of a baffle?

It stops side to side surging.

It allows you to haul loads that are mixed.

It makes it easier to clean the tanker out.

It controls the surge of liquid forward and backwards.

10 / 40

Which of these is a good rule for backing a straight bus?

Use your head as the mirrors are unreliable.

Back and turn toward the driver's side.

Back quickly while no one is coming.

Back toward the side opposite the driver.

11 / 40

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

The air compressor belt

The seat/safety belt

The water pump belt

The power steering belt

12 / 40

All standing riders must stay:

In front of the standee line.

Forward of the rear of the driver's seat.

Behind the standee line.

Within two feet of an emergency exit.

13 / 40

Carry-on baggage cannot be stored:

On the seats.

Behind the seats.

In the aisles and stairwells.

Under the seat.

14 / 40

Remember to____when connecting the converter dolly to the rear trailer.

all answers listed

check the trailer height

ensure that the landing gear is slighty off of the ground

lock the trailer brakes

15 / 40

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

only use the braking that is necessary to safely stay in control of the vehicle

you should drive at a higher speed to keep the trailer in line

you should brake in the same manner regardless of what you are driving

you should monitor the tractor and trailer as you decrease your speed to keep control

16 / 40

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

service brake system

emergency brake system

clutch brake system

parking brake system

17 / 40

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

The seats must be safe for riders all seats must be securely fastened to the bus.

If there is a red emergency door light, it must work.

Never drive with an open emergency exit door or window.

If you use your outside lights, you don't need to turn on red emergency door light.

18 / 40

Select the factor that has no effect on how much liquid you can carry:

The liquid's weight.

The legal amount of weight you can carry of any particular liquid.

How much the liquid will expand in transport.

The density of the liquid.

19 / 40

What is the standee line?

A 2 inch line down the aisle to help keep passenger traffic flowing.

A 2 inch line on the floor that all passengers must stay behind.

A line around each seat to help each passenger have a little personal space.

A line at the back of the bus where passengers must stand before exiting.

20 / 40

Should the air pressure in the service air tanks fall below____the driver must be alerted via warning mechanism in the truck cab.

60 psi

50 psi

30 psi

80 psi

21 / 40

When you have a major leak in the service line and you apply pressure to the brakes, the service air pressure will escape and:

the trailer emergency brakes will kick on

the hand valve will stop functioning

the tractor spring brakes will kick on

the trailer tank pressure will be gone

22 / 40

A safe haven is:

A place that has been approved to park unattended vehicles carrying explosives.

A place where it is safe to dump any kind of hazardous materials.

The slang term for the last stop at the end of your driving day when carrying hazardous materials.

A place to stay once you have reported your company for illegal activity.

23 / 40

Urban mass transit coaches may have a brake and accelerator interlock system. Which of the following statements is true?

The interlock releases when you close the rear door.

All of these answers are correct.

The interlock applies the brakes and holds the throttle in idle position when the rear door is open.

Do not use this safety feature in place of the parking brake.

24 / 40

The golden rule for school buses when approaching and crossing railroad tracks is:

Stop, look, and turn on the radio lights overhead.

Stop, look, and listen.

Stop, go, and stop.

None of these answers are correct.

25 / 40

Of the following hazardous material classes, which is the most dangerous?

Division 63

Division 64

Division 62

Division 61

26 / 40

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

True, but only in ideal conditions

True, but only on downgrades

False

True

27 / 40

At what pressure is the safety valve in the air compressor tank set to open?

100 psi

125 psi

150 psi

225 psi

28 / 40

What should you hear when you test the trailer brakes by opening the service air line at rear of trailer with the hand valve on?

none of the answers listed

the emergency air line will release air

you should hear air escape from the open valve

the service brakes will move to a fully applied position

29 / 40

If you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials, how far away must you park from the traveled portion of the roadway?

At least half a mile

At least twenty feet

At least ten feet

At least five feet

30 / 40

Which seats not securely fastened to the bus are usually allowed?

Any of the last row seats.

Window seats.

None of these answers are correct.

The driver's seat only.

31 / 40

When checking for_____you are looking for dripping fluids or puddles on the ground below the transmission or engine.

power steering fluid

coolant level

air brake system

leaks

32 / 40

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

On the driver's seat anytime you are outside of the vehicle.

In a locked glove compartment anytime you are outside of the vehicle.

In a fire-safe pouch under the passenger seat while you are driving.

In a fire-safe pouch under the driver's seat that you can reach while you are driving.

33 / 40

What is a technical name?

The name for a hazardous material most commonly used in the trucking community, accepted as standard.

The name for a hazardous material used in scientific journals and texts, recognized as its chemical and microbiological name.

The medical term for hazardous materials used by medical personnel.

The name for a hazardous material most commonly used on the street.

34 / 40

How much space should there be between the lower and upper fifth wheel?

1/4 to 1/2 of an inch

zero

it is dependent on the load you are carrying

1 to 2 inches

35 / 40

What are spring brakes?

they are large springs that are held closed by air pressure if the air pressure is increased the brakes are applied

none of the answers listed

they are powerful springs that are restrained by air pressure when the air pressure is removed, the brakes are applied

they are big springs with air pressure in them if the air pressure decreases, the brakes are applied

36 / 40

What placards, if any, do you need if your load includes 20 pounds of Division 2.3 gas and 1,001 pounds of flammable gas?

None, you cannot load these materials together.

Just dangerous placards are required.

Poison 23 and dangerous.

Poison 23 and flammable gas 21.

37 / 40

A tank vehicle:

Is a vehicle that can transport bulk fertilizer.

All answers listed.

Is a vehicle that can transport liquified gasses.

Is a vehicle that can transport liquid.

38 / 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.

battery fluid level

washer fluid level

oil level

coolant level

39 / 40

What handling effect should you expect when your tank has baffles?

There will not be as much front to back surge compared to a tank without baffles.

There will not be as much side to side surge compared to a tank without baffles.

The surge will be slower than a tank without baffles.

There is no difference in handling when you have baffles.

40 / 40

Select the statement of what you should not do if you are required to drive through flowing water or deep puddles.

drive at a high speed

increase engine rpm

quickly turn the steering wheel side to side

shift into a lower gear

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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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