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Welcome to the Maryland CDL practice test site. Questions on these practice tests are similar to those that are found on the Maryland CDL test and presented by the MVA. Use these practice test questions as you prepare to obtain a Maryland CDL. These tests are free 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 Test" button below to begin. 

1 / 40

If students must cross the street, when they get off the bus, which statement is true?

2 / 40

Class A explosives must not be transported in a combination vehicle if the vehicle includes:

3 / 40

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

4 / 40

How often should you check the cargo you are transporting?

5 / 40

Select the true statement about dual air brake systems.

6 / 40

How do you test the trailer service brakes?

7 / 40

If there is rust around the nuts, what may it indicate?

8 / 40

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

9 / 40

Your engine runs a pump when you are delivering compressed gas. Should you turn off your engine before or after you unhook the hoses after finishing that delivery?

10 / 40

Which trailer is most likely to turn over when you make a sudden turn while pulling doubles?

11 / 40

Select the factor that is known to cause brakes to fail or fade. (more than one answer may be correct, but select only one)

12 / 40

Select the first action to do when the low air pressure warning comes on:

13 / 40

What are the dividers that are inside tankers that have an opening at the bottom and top?

14 / 40

Which of the following is NOT a basic step to be taken at a crash scene?

15 / 40

Commerical vehicles typically have this type of brake.

16 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to what the fifth wheel should be checked for.

17 / 40

Select whether the following statement is true or false: Front wheel brakes are good to use in all conditions.

18 / 40

The 3 parts of the air brake system are: service brakes, parking brakes, and ____.

19 / 40

This object should not have any missing parts, be fully raised, the crank handle is secured, and that there is no damage to the frame.

20 / 40

Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

21 / 40

As the driver of a bus, how can you best avoid hindering other traffic on the highway?

22 / 40

Select the true statement about retest markings:

23 / 40

While completing the 2nd component of the air brake check you are required to turn the electrical power on, begin fanning off the air pressure by rapidly relasing and apply the foot brake and _____.

24 / 40

Which is more likely to tip over due to the crack the whip effect?

25 / 40

What kind of surge occurs with baffles?

26 / 40

Which of the following is a necessary qualification for non-bulk packaging?

27 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to large combination vehicles taking longer to stop.

28 / 40

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

29 / 40

An "A/W" the first column of the hazardous materials table means:

30 / 40

What must vehicles with air brakes have?

31 / 40

Two causes of tire fires are ______.

32 / 40

The air leakage rate for combination vehicles should not be more than _ psi a minute.

33 / 40

You should____in order to inspect the coupling.

34 / 40

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

35 / 40

When checking the wheelchair lift, the things you should look for are:

36 / 40

Puddles or dripping fluids from the underside of the transmission and engine may indicate:

37 / 40

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

38 / 40

When is it acceptable for non-hazardous materials to be described by hazard class words or identification numbers?

39 / 40

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

40 / 40

On the Hazardous Materials Table, column 1 shows:

Your score is

The average score is 0%

5/5 - (2 votes)

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How To Get A maryland Commercial Drivers License

Applicants can apply for any CDL and necessary endorsements when they are 21 years of age or older. Applicants may apply for a restricted CDL at the age of 18 years old. This restricted CDL limits the driver to intrastate driving and doesn’t allow HazMat Certification, driving double or triple trailers, or driving school buses with children on board. All applicants must possess a current DOT medical card to be considered for their CDL.

All drivers that have the following issues are considered disqualified from receiving their Maryland CDL.

  • Having a current license suspended, revoked, denied, or canceled.
  • Possessing more than one state driver’s license.
  • Having restricted CDL driving privileges in another state.
  • Being convicted of driving impaired within 24 months prior to submitting a CDL application.

All applicants must successfully pass both a skills test and a knowledge test in order to receive their Maryland CDL. To receive specific endorsements, individuals must pass examinations about the endorsement as well.

Endorsements
X – Tank and Hazmat Endorsement
H – Hazardous Materials
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
T – Double / Triple Trailers

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maryland CDL License Test Tips

Knowledge tests are required to receive Class A, B, and C CDLs and endorsements. All applicants must take a 50 question test and pass with a score of 40 or higher to receive their CDL permit. Those applying for a Class A license must take a 70 question test, with 20 of the questions pertaining directly to combination vehicles. All endorsements require their own specific examination that has been 20 and 30 questions. All assessments must be passed with a score of 80 or higher.

Each applicant is required to complete a three-section skills assessment. This assessment is comprised of a vehicle inspection, driving test, and basic control test. To pass the skills portion of the CDL assessment, applicants must successfully show their knowledge in all three areas. Those seeking vehicle-specific endorsements must take the skills test in that specific type of vehicle they want the endorsement for.

Additional Information

Information on the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration

The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration provides the oversight and administration of CDL requirements in Maryland. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://www.mva.maryland.gov/drivers/apply/cdl/commercial.htm

Phone:  410.424.3011

 

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