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The Michigan CDL practice tests below offer practice test questions in all the different topic areas you’ll see on the Michigan CDL test. The tests are free and can be taken as often as you’d like to help you in your preparation for earning a Michigan commercial driver license. 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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This object should not be damaged, bent, or rusted through and be evenly centered with the tires and dual wheels evenly separated.

2 / 40

Which of the following types of cargo can never be carrier on a bus with riders?

3 / 40

What are you checking when looking at the lubrication level on a dipstick?

4 / 40

Which trailer is more likely to roll over when pulling 3 trailers?

5 / 40

Where should the safety catch for the fifth wheel locking lever be located for coupling to be complete?

6 / 40

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

7 / 40

If there is not a sight glass to check the oil level you are required to look for leaks around the _____.

8 / 40

How do you test the trailer service brakes?

9 / 40

Select the correct setup for shut-off valves:

10 / 40

What are slack adjusters?

11 / 40

It is important to know the outage required for the liquids you carry because:

12 / 40

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

13 / 40

Anti-lock brakes:

14 / 40

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

15 / 40

The bolst, brackets, or bushings that attach the air bag and/or spring to the vehicle and axle frame are _____.

16 / 40

Select the correct description for a bulkhead tank.

17 / 40

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

18 / 40

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

19 / 40

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

20 / 40

Which of the following is NOT a part of the steering system?

21 / 40

You should brake on a long steep downgrade hill as a supplement to the braking effects of the engine

22 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to quick steering movements and triple/double trailers:

23 / 40

Secure baggage and freight in ways that avoid damage and:

24 / 40

Charter drivers should not:

25 / 40

The shipping papers for hazardous materials can be found:

26 / 40

The floor liner for explosives may not:

27 / 40

Select the true statement:

28 / 40

A placard is required for a combustible liquid at?

29 / 40

Placarded vehicles must carry which type of fire extinguisher?

30 / 40

Air tanks should be drained:

31 / 40

Is it mandatory that all vehicles with air brakes have low air pressure warning signals?

32 / 40

If you are stopped on an incline, how can you start moving without rolling back?

33 / 40

Air pressure should build___with a dual air system.

34 / 40

What is always required before loading, driving, or unloading a tanker?

35 / 40

Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

36 / 40

What is the purpose of the supply pressure gauge?

37 / 40

There must be a hazardous materials identification number on the ______ and on the ______.

38 / 40

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

39 / 40

What can you do at an accident site to help avoid another accident?

40 / 40

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

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How To Get A michigan Commercial Drivers License

Applicants must be of the legal age of 18 or older. Those between the ages of 18 and 21 are only permitted to drive a commercial vehicle within the state of Michigan. Those age 21 and older may drive a commercial vehicle across state borders. Only those aged 21 and older may apply for their hazardous materials endorsement. All applicants must possess a DOT Medical Card.

An applicant’s driving record will be considered when applying for a CDL license. There are specific items in which a driver will be disqualified for a commercial driver’s license.

These include:

  • Any suspension/revocation 36 months before submitting an application.
  • Any six-point violation or conviction of operating a motor vehicle impaired 24 months prior to submitting an application.
  • Any current denial, cancellation, suspension, or revocation of driver’s license.
  • Possessing multiple licenses from other states.
  • Not meeting BFS-103 CDL Certifications.

Michigan requires all CDL applicants to complete both a knowledge test and a skills test. Michigan offers the following CDL license endorsements:

  • S – School Bus
  • T – Double Trailer
  • P – Passenger
  • N – Tank Vehicles
  • H – Hazardous Materials

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michigan CDL License Test Tips

The knowledge tests are presented in written form for Class A, B, and C applicants. All classes are required to take a 50 question assessment. Those applying for a Class A CDL will need to complete an additional 20 questions about combination vehicles.

Applicants seeking to drive vehicles with air brakes must complete a 25 question air brake assessment. Those seeking any endorsement other than hazardous materials must complete a 20 question assessment that is endorsement specific. Those applying for the hazardous materials endorsement must complete a 30 question knowledge test. All applicants must receive a score of 80 percent or higher on each test to pass.

A skills test is required for all CDL applicants regardless of Class. The School Bus and Passenger Endorsements require a skills test as well. All applicants applying for Air Brakes Certification must use a vehicle that is equipped with air brakes for their skills test. The CDL skills test consists of a vehicle inspection test, basic control skills test, and a driving test. All three test sections must be passed for CDL approval. Failure in any skills test area automatically fails the applicant.

Additional Information

CDL Testing by the Michigan Secretary of State

The Michigan Secretary of State provides administers CDL license requirements in Michigan. To get more information contact them via:

Website:  https://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1627_8669_53324---,00.html

Phone:  888.767.6424

 

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