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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

How often should air tanks be drained?

every 4-5 days

every 6 hours

every 7 days

once a day

2 / 40

What is the standee line?

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

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

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

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

3 / 40

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

Stop, look, and listen.

None of these answers are correct.

Stop, go, and stop.

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

4 / 40

Select the action that is not appropriate when driving on slippery roads:

none of the answers listed

use a light pressure on the brake and accelerator pedals

avoid having traffic in your side space

use a speed retarder or engine brake

5 / 40

What position should the heaviest trailer be in when pulling 3 trailers?

it makes no difference

in the front

in the back

in the middle

6 / 40

What are the three types of emergency equipment that you must have with your vehicle?

first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flares

none of these answers are correct

warning devices for parked vehicles, first aid kit, flares

fire extinguisher, spare electrical fuses, warning devices for parked vehicles

7 / 40

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

parking brake system

emergency brake system

clutch brake system

service brake system

8 / 40

Why is it dangerous to unlock the pintle hook with the dolly still under the rear trailer?

the kingpin may snap in half

the spring brakes may release

the dolly tow bar may fly up

the fifth wheel may be misaligned

9 / 40

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

An inspection

Clean the vehicle

Shift into park

Registration of driving plan

10 / 40

A shipper’s certification is best described as _____.

a paper certification from the manufacturer given to the shipper

a paper certification given to the manufacturer from the shipper

a test for shippers that certifies that they are qualified to package hazardous materials

a certification that the package has been prepared according to the rules when the shipper packages hazardous materials

11 / 40

It is good practice to_____when uncoupling.

have the glad hands coupled together

have the glad hands coupled to the dummy couplers

all answers are appropriate

make sure the electrical cable is hanging with the plug end down

12 / 40

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

A placarded cargo tank.

A 200 inch wheelbase trailer.

None of these answers are correct.

Two or more trailers.

13 / 40

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

Pull off the road in a safe location, secure the bus, stand up, and tell the students what behavior you expect of them.

Keep checking the rear view mirror so you can see what happened and report to the principal.

Have the unruly students move to the front of the bus.

Yell loudly for the students to sit down and behave themselves.

14 / 40

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

True

False, it's when the vehicle power system fails in some way

False, it's when the vehicle engine fails in some way

False, it's when the vehicle air braking system fails in some way

15 / 40

What will happen right away should the service air line come apart but the emergency line is intact while driving a combination vehicle?

you will come to a complete stop

nothing will occur until you try to use the brakes

the emergency tractor brakes will activate

the trailer's air tank will leak through the one line

16 / 40

How do you check the connection after locking the kingpin into the fifth wheel?

pull forward 25 feet, turn to the right, and then to the left

pull the tractor ahead gently with the trailer brakes locked down

pull the tractor at a sharp right to release the trailer brakes

pull forward 25 feet, turn to the left, and then to the right

17 / 40

At around____the governor allows the air compressor to start pumping again:

125 psi

100 psi

175 psi

225 psi

18 / 40

When would a drive-wheel skid result in a jackknife when pulling doubles?

when the tractor spins around

when the trailer pushes the towed vehicle sideways

when the tractor brakes lock up

when the trailer slides to the right into the shoulder

19 / 40

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

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

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

20 / 40

If the hazardous materials are classified as FORBIDDEN you should:

Take special caution in transporting the material.

Refuse the load.

Place the materials in the front of the trailer.

Remove the placards from the trailer.

21 / 40

Why should you cover cargo?

because many states require it

all of these answers are correct

to protect your cargo from bad weather

to protect individuals from any spilled cargo

22 / 40

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

23 / 40

Check to ensure that____when inspecting the coupling.

the landing gear handle is free to hang down

there is minimal slack in the air lines

the electrical cable is unplugged

there is no slack at all in the air lines

24 / 40

Which of the following are some suspension system defects?

leaking shock absorbers

broken leaves in leaf spring

cracked or broken spring hangers

all of these answers are correct

25 / 40

The main reason you should pull the dolly out from under a trailer before disconnecting it from the trailer in front is:

so the rear-trailer's air brake system will stay charged and keep the trailer wheels locked to prevent rolling

to provide additional lateral stabilization to the front trailer

it is possible that the dolly tow bar could fly up making it difficult to re-couple

removing the dolly before uncoupling is not the correct procedure

26 / 40

With most hazardous materials, you may park within 5 feet of the road briefly, if your work requires it. The materials that are the exception and do not allow parking this close to the road are:

Liquids

Corrosives and oxidizers

Explosives A and B

Acids and poisons

27 / 40

You should have the fifth wheel plate greased as recommened because:

it will ensure a good electrical connection

it will reduce noise and heat

it will ensure a good air line connection

it will prevent steering problems

28 / 40

Select the correct setup for shut-off valves:

the front and back shut-off valves are closed

the front and back shut-off valves are open

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

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

29 / 40

Select the situation in which you should use the hand valve to park a combination vehicle.

in no situation

during the winter

when parking at loading docks

when parking on a grade

30 / 40

You should line up_____when getting ready to back under the trailer.

for the kingpin to activate on the driver's side first

about 12 degrees to the left of the trailer

above 12 degrees to the right of the trailer

directly in front of the trailer

31 / 40

How should you inspect a converter dolly?

as if it is cargo

as if it is an axle with a fifth wheel

as if it is an engine

as if it is a trailer

32 / 40

What position should the tractor protection control valve be in after coupling?

normal

lowered

raised

mid position

33 / 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

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

none of the answers listed

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

34 / 40

A drawbridge does not have a traffic light showing green or a traffic control attendant. How many feet before the draw of a bridge must a bus driver stop?

At least 25 feet.

At least 100 feet.

At least 75 feet.

At least 50 feet.

35 / 40

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

take a walk around the vehicle to make sure it is clear of obstructions

have a random pedestrian direct your path of travel

supply air to the trailer system and then pull the air supply knob out

double check to make sure the trailer brakes are off

36 / 40

Why should you use chocks when parking a trailer without spring brakes?

to prevent a runaway trailer

to prevent someone from stealing the vehicle

the trailer wheels are free to turn as there will be no service brakes should the air supply in the trailer air tank leak

the trailer wheels are free to turn as there will be no emergency brakes should the air supply in the trailer air tank leak

37 / 40

Why are you required to take an exam about air brakes?

it is a federal requirement

all trucks have air brakes

you cannot receive a CDL at all otherwise

you would have to get a CDL with a restriction otherwise

38 / 40

When fueling a placarded vehicle, someone must always be:

Within 10 feet of the pump with a fire extinguisher.

Be at the rear most corner on the vehicle.

At the nozzle, controlling the fuel flow.

At the emergency power shut off for the pump.

39 / 40

Take extra caution when driving smooth bore tanks during:

Drive down or up an incline.

All answers listed.

Stops and starts.

Driving into the wind.

40 / 40

At what "cut out" level does the governor stop pumping air?

150 psi

125 psi

100 psi

75 psi

Your score is

The average score is 47%

5/5 - (1 vote)

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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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