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CDL Practice Test

Practice for the Montana CDL test here. You may take these Montana CDL practice tests as many times as you would like 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.

1 / 40

You should check your tires every ____ or every ____ when driving in very hot weather.

3 hours, 200 miles

1 hour, 50 miles

2 hours, 100 miles

5 hours, 250 miles

2 / 40

Which of the following is a clue another driver is impaired:

Exiting the interstate when there's no gas station visible.

All of these answers are correct.

Stopping at a green light, or waiting too long at a stop.

Open window in warm weather.

3 / 40

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

Any of the last row seats.

The driver's seat only.

Window seats.

None of these answers are correct.

4 / 40

What does the air compressor governor control?

when the valve system releases pressure

when air is pumped into the air tanks

when the air is taken out of the hoses

when air pressure is applied to the brakes

5 / 40

Water is drained from the compressed air tanks because:

to keep the oil in the air compressor clean

the water will over cool the compressor

braking power is decreased due to the low boiling point of water

the water could freeze in cold weather and cause braking failure

6 / 40

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

30 psi

80 psi

60 psi

50 psi

7 / 40

All standing riders must stay:

Behind the standee line.

In front of the standee line.

Forward of the rear of the driver's seat.

Within two feet of an emergency exit.

8 / 40

What is the best way to prevent brakes form overheating while drive down a steep grade?

use the stab braking method

drive at a speed of 5 mph below your safe speed

use the trailer brakes only

use countersteering practices

9 / 40

What can side to side surge cause?

An engine system failure.

A roll over.

An increase in speed.

A spontaneous combustion.

10 / 40

You do not have to stop at railroad crossings, but must slow down and carefully check for other vehicles:

Where a policeman or flagman is directing traffic.

If a traffic signal is green.

All of these answers are correct.

At crossings marked as "exempt" or "abandoned".

11 / 40

Anti-lock brakes:

Work only when you activate in-cab switch.

Keep your wheels from locking during hard brake application.

Lengthen stopping distance.

Are not available in mosst busses.

12 / 40

Which hazard classes must you NEVER smoke, or perform any activity involving fire, within 25 feet of?

Class 4 only

Classes 1, 2, 3, and 4

Class 2 only

Class 1 only

13 / 40

With the engine cut off and the brakes released the air loss in a straight truck or bus should not be more than:

2 psi in a minute

4 psi in a minute

5 psi in a minute

3 psi in a minute

14 / 40

Animals and human foodstuffs should not be loaded in the same vehicle with?

Poisons

Flammable liquids

Flammable gases

Explosives

15 / 40

To find out if a shipment includes a hazardous material, you should:

Check for a fence around the loading dock.

Open and inspect every package and container.

Look at the shipping papers.

Ask the driver.

16 / 40

How do you check the coolant level?

Remove the radiator cap once it is at operating temperature.

While wearing rubber gloves and safety glasses.

Inspect the reservoir sight glass or remove the radiator cap if the engine isn't hot.

None of the answers listed.

17 / 40

What might happen if you swing wide to the left before you turn right?

you might damage your leaf springs

someone might try to pass you on your left

all of these answers are correct

someone might try to pass you on your right

18 / 40

You should place the starter switch key into your pocket while you are performing the pre-trip inspection because:

someone could start and move the truck

all of these answers are correct

someone could steal the truck

it could damage the starting mechanism

19 / 40

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

outside of the locking lever

through the locking lever

below the locking lever

above the locking lever

20 / 40

When arriving at the destination announce:

The location.

The next departure time.

The reason for stopping.

All of these answers are correct.

21 / 40

How should you know when to shift?

road speed and wind speed

engine speed and road speed

every 3 to 5 seconds or engine speed

engine speed and the shift indicator light

22 / 40

How do you check the air compressor governor "cut in" and "cut out" pressures?

decrease the tank pressure by stepping on and off the brake

run the engine at a fast idle

monitor the air pressure gauge

all of these answers are correct

23 / 40

For any flatbed load you must have at least ____ tie downs.

two

six

four

one

24 / 40

What is a common cause of tire fires?

all of these answers are correct

cold tires

underinflated tires

overinflated tires

25 / 40

Select the correct setup for shut-off valves:

the front and back shut-off valves are closed

the rear shut-off valves are closed and the front trailer valves are open

the front and back shut-off valves are open

the front shut-off valves are closed and the rear trailer valves are open

26 / 40

In what position should shut off valves on the rear of the last trailer be in on a set of double trailers?

in an open position

in a closed position

in a closed position for the rear trailer and an open position for the front trailers

in an open position for the rear trailer and a closed position for the front trailer

27 / 40

You should turn off your engine when loading flammable liquid unless:

You need the engine to run the pump.

You are a non-smoker.

You are loading at night and need the headlights.

The material does not need a placard.

28 / 40

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

there is an even chance for either trailer

the rear trailer is twice as likely

the front trailer is twice as likely

trailers will never turn over

29 / 40

Which of the following is not a prohibited practice on the bus:

Refueling in a closed building with riders on board.

Talking with riders while driving.

Towing a disabled bus with riders aboard when getting off would be a safe option.

Fueling your bus with riders on board if about to run out of fuel.

30 / 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.

31 / 40

To inspect the______you should pump the pedal 3 times and hold it down for 5 seconds while making sure the pedal doesn't move during those 5 seconds.

hydraulic brakes

engine brakes

parking brakes

air brakes

32 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the liquid inside of a bulk tank causing a tank truck to roll sideways.

It can occur even with baffles inside that slow the flow.

All answers listed.

It can occur when driving through a curve.

It can occur even when driving at the posted speed limit.

33 / 40

What keeps air in the tanks should the air compressor develop a leak?

the one-way check vavle

the air compressor

the tractor relay valve

the engine protection valve

34 / 40

You should decrease to a safe speed before entering a curve and then_____through it.

shift down 2 gears

ride the brakes

accelerate

pump the brakes

35 / 40

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

shift into a lower gear

drive at a high speed

increase engine rpm

quickly turn the steering wheel side to side

36 / 40

The transport index of a radioactive material:

Is another way of writing the weight of the package.

None of these answers are correct.

Is something that only the shipper needs to worry about.

Tells the degree of control needed during transportation.

37 / 40

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

10 degrees

5 degrees

30 degrees

15 degrees

38 / 40

The compressor is connected to the engine via _____?

stag gears

lines

r-belt

v-belt or gears

39 / 40

If hazardous material is spilling from your vehicle, do not move your vehicle:

Any more that 450 feet.

In an upwind direction.

Any more than 500 feet.

Any more than safety required.

40 / 40

Tankers used to transport hazardous materials on vehicles must be marked with:

The chemtrec phone number.

The date of manufacture.

The owner's puco or icc number.

The un or na id number of the product.

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How To Get A montana Commercial Drivers License

Montana residents are eligible to apply for a CDL to operate commercial vehicles within Montana if they are at least 18 years old. Residents who are at least 21 years old are eligible to apply for a CDL to operate commercial vehicles outside of Montana. To operate a commercial vehicle in Montana, applicants must provide proof that they are medically fit.

The following documents must be completed before applicants attend the first MVD appointment for a CDL.

(Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate
(Form 21-1201DG) CDL Self-Certification Classification and Medical Documentation (This form must be completed by a FCSA-approved physician.)

Drivers whose driver’s licenses have been revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in Montana. The following CDL endorsements are available:

H – Hazardous Material
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Towing a Double or Triple Trailer

All Montana applicants must pass a general knowledge test before they are eligible to take the skills test. There are 50 questions on the Montana general knowledge test, and applicants must answer 40 questions correctly. For each endorsement, there is a test that must be taken by applicants. The passing score for these tests is 80 percent.

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The Montana skills test includes a vehicle inspection, basic control skills and driving. Applicants must pass each section. Military veterans and current members of the military can waive the skills test if they submit an application. To be eligible for this waiver, applicants must:

Be currently enrolled in any branch of the military or within 12 months of having left the service.
Have documented experience operating commercial vehicles or military equipment

Military waiver applicants and their commanding officers must complete (For CDL-SK TST WVR) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver to be considered for a waiver. Applicants who are granted a waiver for the skills test are required to pass the written test and pay appropriate licensing fees.

Additional Information

Information on the Montana DOJ, Motor Vehicle Division

The Montana Department of Justice, Motor Vehicle Division regulates the CDL license requirements in Montana. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://dojmt.gov/driving/commercial-driver-licensing/

Phone: 406.444.3244

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