montana
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

What is a passive railway crossing?

The type of crossing with no cross buck sign.

The type of crossing, which does not have any type of traffic control device.

The type of crossing where you can pass the tracks without stopping.

The type of crossing on which the driver does not have to stop.

2 / 40

The most dangerous time during the school bus ride is:

When loading and unloading students.

Crossing railway crossing.

When the students become unruly on the bus.

On long bus journeys.

3 / 40

Which of the following materials would be an acceptable floor liner for moving Division 1.1 or 1.2 materials?

Carbon steel

All of these answers are correct

Non-ferrous metal

Stainless steel

4 / 40

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

yes

for large vehicles only

for small vehicles only

5 / 40

Secure baggage and freight in ways that avoid damage and:

All of these answers are correct.

Allow the driver to move freely and easily.

Protect riders from injury if carry-ons fall or shift.

Allow riders to exit by any window or door in an emergency.

6 / 40

A driver of a tanker should use an escape ramp when _____.

the vehicle has lost braking power

only in ideal conditions

when the tanks has bulkheads

only when it's raining

7 / 40

What does the amount of liquid you can carry depend on?

The outage of the liquid.

The material the baffles are made from.

The center of gravity.

The vehicle's horsepower rating.

8 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to your brake function when your ABS fails

you will have no control over your truck as the brakes will not be functioning

there is a huge fire risk

the abs will need to be repaired but the brakes will function normally

you will need to pull over immediately

9 / 40

How do you supply air to the trailer tanks?

by connecting the red and blue lines

by pulling out the trailer air supply valve

by pushing in the trailer air supply valve

by connecting the service line glad hand

10 / 40

Select what you should do before leaving the vehicle unattended:

chock the wheels

apply the parking brakes

all of these answers are correct

remove the keys from the ignition

11 / 40

The locking jaws of the kingpin should close around:

the apex

the base

the shank

the tip

12 / 40

The gauge that indicates normal or increasing lubrication pressure to prevent engine seizure, failure or breakdown is:

Oil pressure

Voltmeter

Power steering

Coolant system

13 / 40

Which of the following should you do when driving the school bus in high wind?

Pull off the road to wait for the winds to die down.

Keep a strong grip on the steering wheel and try to anticipate gust.

Speed up to get away from the wind as quickly as possible.

Drive only head-in to the wind to avoid cross-wind buffeting.

14 / 40

One reason hauling liquids in tank vehciles require special care is:

Because of uneven expansion.

Because of the movement of the liquid.

Because of the extreme weight.

Because of strong winds.

15 / 40

You must first______to supply air to the trailer.

cross the air lines to check for the presence of leaks

push in the tractor protection valve

pull out the tractor protection valve

turn off the engine so you can hear the brakes

16 / 40

What should you check for when inspecting a converter dolly?

that the spare tire is secured if there is one

all answers listed

that the safety chains are secured to the trailer

that the converter dolly air tank drain valve is in the closed position

17 / 40

Which of the following statements is true about speed management?

All of these answers are correct.

Speed limits for buses are the same as cars.

You should be able to stop within the distance that you can see ahead.

The posted speed limit is safe for all conditions.

18 / 40

A tractor should not be backed under a trailer until the whole air system is:

at a level of 50 and 70 psi

at half of its normal pressure

at a normal pressure

at a level of 70 and 90 psi

19 / 40

Which two special conditions indicate that you should downshift?

starting down a hill and entering a curve

starting up a hill and finishing a curve

starting up a hill and entering a curve

starting down a hill and finishing a curve

20 / 40

Select the two things that are important in preventing a rollover:

drive slowly around turns and keep the center of gravity of the cargo as high as possible

maintaining properly inflated tires and an even load on the trailer

drive slowly around turns and keep the cargo as close to the ground as possible

the length and weight of the vehicle

21 / 40

Carry-on baggage cannot be stored:

Behind the seats.

On the seats.

In the aisles and stairwells.

Under the seat.

22 / 40

You should check____when loading the small tanks of a cargo tank with bulkheads.

none of the answers listed

the expansion rate

the fuel to air ratio

the weight distribution

23 / 40

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

They protect the piping and tank during rear end collisions.

They are manually operated.

They will fall off in an emergency.

They will close in an emergency.

24 / 40

Cargo tanks are:

Only made in one size.

Bulk packaging permanently attached to your vehicle.

Filled while they are off your vehicle, then attached for transportation.

Bulk packaging temporarily attached to your vehicle.

25 / 40

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

80 psi

60 psi

50 psi

30 psi

26 / 40

The reason a bulk liquid tanker is hard to handle is:

Because the cargo has a high density.

Because the cargo has a low center of gravity.

Because the cargo has a high center of gravity.

Because of the high friction point.

27 / 40

A safe haven is ______.

an approved place for parking unattended vehicles loaded with corrosive materials

an approved place for parking unattended vehicles loaded with radioactive materials

an approved place for parking unattended vehicles loaded with explosive materials

an approved place for parking attended vehicles loaded with flammable materials

28 / 40

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

Any of the last row seats.

None of these answers are correct.

The driver's seat only.

Window seats.

29 / 40

You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

expansion rate

fuel to air ratio

distribution of the weight

percentage of water

30 / 40

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?

13 seconds

8 seconds

6 seconds

11 seconds

31 / 40

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

you would have to get a CDL with a restriction otherwise

all trucks have air brakes

it is a federal requirement

you cannot receive a CDL at all otherwise

32 / 40

If you are drowsy, you should _____ before you drive.

get sleep

take a cold shower

drink coffee

do a little exercise

33 / 40

Is this statement true or false: You do not need to use the parking brake if are leaving your vehicle for a short amount of time.

true

false

only when the vehicle has over 25,000 miles on it

only when the vehicle has over 60,000 miles on it

34 / 40

An oncoming vehicle keeps its high beams on. You should deal with this hazard by:

Quickly flash your high beams to give them fair warning.

Turning your high beams on to "get back at them".

None of these answers are correct.

Look slightly to the right at a right lane or edge marking, if available.

35 / 40

Should your air compressor stop working:

you will lose your ability to brake immediately

the brakes will lock up on you immediately

there will be no affect to your brakes

there will still be air pressure left in the air tanks

36 / 40

Off-tracking happens when going around a corner and:

the front part of the trailer pulls to the right

the rear wheels follow a different pathway than that of the front wheels

the rear wheels follow the front wheels in a straight path

the rear part of the trailer goes into the shoulder

37 / 40

While driving at night, which lights should you use as often as you can?

low beams

emergency flashers

high beams

novelty lights

38 / 40

The most stable tanker shape is:

Round

Square

Cylindrical

Elliptical

39 / 40

What is the purpose of a driver placarding his or her vehicle?

Giving people something interesting to look at while driving.

Forcing other drivers to stay 20 feet away in every direction.

Communicating risk.

Warning those with children to drive in another lane.

40 / 40

Why should you test the tractor protection valve?

all answers listed

to avoid loss of air from the trailer brakes

to avoid loss of air from the air hose

to avoid the emergency brakes kicking on due to loss of air

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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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