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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. 

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The school bus driver may be the only contact person from school system some parents meet. The percentage of such parents is as high as:

2 / 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.

3 / 40

The floor liner for explosives may not:

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

You are required to have a tank endorsement when transporting:

6 / 40

____is the most common type of foundation brakes used by heavy vehicles.

7 / 40

What kind of surge occurs with baffles?

8 / 40

This object is required to be checked for damage, that it's secure, and strong enough to handle any cargo.

9 / 40

While completing the 3rd component of the air brake check of a combination vehicle, at what psi should the tracor protection valve and parking brake valve should pop out?

10 / 40

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

11 / 40

Liquid surge affects the handling of a tanker by:

12 / 40

You should never brake and should rely only steering inputs to avoid a crash while driving a tanker truck.

13 / 40

Select what you should do before leaving the vehicle unattended:

14 / 40

When should you not use the parking brakes?

15 / 40

What does the air compressor governor control?

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Which of these statements about signaling is correct?

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After coupling with a trailer, what position should the front trailer supports be in before driving away?

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What is the minimum amount of distance you should maintain when driving at 50 mph in ideal conditions with a 100 ft twin trailer combination?

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

20 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

21 / 40

What do you do first during step 3 of starting the engine and inspecting the inside of the cab?

22 / 40

Select the true statement:

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What must vehicles with air brakes have?

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

25 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

26 / 40

Upon what does the amount of liquid you can carry in a load depend?

27 / 40

A "transport index" relates to products that are:

28 / 40

What is the value of the overhead rear-view mirror inside of the bus?

29 / 40

This gauge has a governor cut-off.

30 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

31 / 40

Which of the following would NOT be part of a standard vehicle inspection?

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What should you hook up before backing a tractor to a trailer for coupling?

33 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to handing triples and doubles

34 / 40

This object releases the fifth wheel locking jaw to allow uncoupling.

35 / 40

The trailer should be lowered so that _____.

36 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to crossing your air lines on a new trailer with spring brakes

37 / 40

Select the true statement about stop valves in a cargo tank:

38 / 40

At the end of each shift you should:

39 / 40

Shifting into a lower gear and removing your foot off of the accelerator to slow your vehicle is known as?

40 / 40

What is NOT one of the four skill areas that operating a commercial vehicle requires?

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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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montana CDL License Test Tips

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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