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Welcome to the Massachusetts CDL practice test site. You this site as a study guide as you prepare to take the CDL Test in Massachusetts. Questions on these practice tests cover areas addressed in the MA CDL manual. You can take the MASS CDL permit practice tests as many times as you need to and the tests are free. 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.

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

2 / 40

Which of the following factors is NOT used to determine your safe speed when going down a long steep downgrade?

3 / 40

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

4 / 40

"Outages" is the word to describe the amount of space required for liquids to expand in as they warm.

5 / 40

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

6 / 40

You should check that the _____are secure, caps are on tight, and is not leaking.

7 / 40

What is the standee line?

8 / 40

This component should be checked that it is solid, securely bolted to the tracture frame, and clear of objects.

9 / 40

What color are all school buses painted?

10 / 40

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

11 / 40

How do you secure a second trailer to your combination vehicle?

12 / 40

What will occur as a result of failing to perform all 3 components of the air brake check?

13 / 40

Why should you not use the trailer hand brake to straighten out a jack knifing trailer?

14 / 40

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

15 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to driving a truck with triple or double trailers:

16 / 40

Select the correct description for a bulkhead tank.

17 / 40

What is a common cause of tire fires?

18 / 40

Which of the following answers lists the three types of emergency equipment you must have on your bus?

19 / 40

To prevent a roll over a driver can 1) keep the cargo as low to the ground as possible and 2) _____.

20 / 40

What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

21 / 40

You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

22 / 40

What is the next step after securing the bus when you have an unruly child on board?

23 / 40

The two main things to look ahead for while driving are _____.

24 / 40

The transport index of a radioactive material:

25 / 40

A safe haven is:

26 / 40

While driving on a clear night with low beam headlights, you should be able to stop within:

27 / 40

Why should you test the tractor protection valve?

28 / 40

Which of the following must be closed while the bus is in motion?

29 / 40

How often should you drain your air tanks?

30 / 40

A baffled tanker has:

31 / 40

If you park the trailer at an angle to the tractor when uncoupling:

32 / 40

For what reason do you keep the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection?

33 / 40

Why do air brakes take longer to stop than hydraulic brakes?

34 / 40

Hazardous materials (that are not forbidden) carried on a bus must be:

35 / 40

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

36 / 40

When does stab braking occur?

37 / 40

What does the drain valve for air tanks remove?

38 / 40

You should____in order to inspect the coupling.

39 / 40

Double and triple trailers should be driven with care to avoid a rollover or jacknife.

40 / 40

Be careful to check the_____when unloading the smaller tanks of bulk heads.

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How To Get A massachusetts Commercial Drivers License

Applicants must be at least 21 years or older to apply for a CDL. Applicants that are between the ages of 18 and 21 may apply for a restricted CDL. A restricted CDL doesn’t include a HazMat Endorsement and restricts the driver to intrastate driving, meaning only driving in the state of Massachusetts. All applicants must present a DOT medical card that certifies they have the necessary physical and vision requirements for driving a commercial vehicle.

There are certain instances in which applicants will be disqualified from obtaining their CDL in the state of Massachusetts. These include the following:

  • Having multiple driver’s licenses.
  • Being convicted of driving impaired in a commercial vehicle within 24 months prior to submitting your application.
  • Having CDL disqualifications in another State.
  • Having a canceled, denied, revoked, or suspended driver’s license.

Massachusetts applicants looking to get their CDL must take both a hands-on skills test and one or more knowledge tests.

Endorsements
T – Double or Triple Trailers
P- Passenger Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
H – Hazardous Materials
X – Tank and Hazardous Materials Combination

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massachusetts CDL License Test Tips

The CDL Class and any endorsements that an applicant is seeking will determine how many tests they must take. All Classes require a 50 question test on the subject of commercial driving. Class A applicants must take an additional 20 question assessment testing their knowledge of combination information. If an applicant is seeking endorsements, they will be required to take one additional test per endorsement sought. These tests range from 20 to 30 questions depending on the endorsement. All knowledge tests must be passed with a score of 80 percent or higher for an applicant to be eligible for the practical skills test to get their CDL and necessary endorsements.

Each CDL applicant must successfully pass a three-part practical skills test. This is comprised of a driving test, basic control skills test, and vehicle safety inspection. To be eligible for specific endorsements, individuals must take their skills test with the type of vehicle they are seeking the endorsement for. For example, those applicants looking to remove the Air Brake Restriction must take the skills test with a vehicle that has air brakes.

Additional Information

Information on the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles

The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles provides oversight of the of CDL requirements in Massachusetts. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.mass.gov/commercial-drivers-licenses-cdl

Contact:  https://massgov.formstack.com/forms/ask_the_rmv

 

Additional Massachusetts CDL Helpful Links

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