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

2 / 40

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

3 / 40

A hazard class that uses transport indexes to determine the amount that can be loaded in a single vehicle is _____.

4 / 40

Which of the following is a reason to evacuate the school bus?

5 / 40

How often should you check your cargo?

6 / 40

Which of the following statements about "Radioactive" labels is true?

7 / 40

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

8 / 40

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

9 / 40

You are inspecting the_____when looking for broken welds, cracks, holes, or other damage to the longitudinal frame member, cross members, box, and floor.

10 / 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.

11 / 40

You must not allow riders to stand:

12 / 40

You should check your mirrors while making a lane change:

13 / 40

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

14 / 40

Select the correct description for a bulkhead tank.

15 / 40

What does the service brake system do?

16 / 40

How often should you drain your air tanks?

17 / 40

Make sure____when the front trailer supports are up and the trailer is sitting on the tractor.

18 / 40

The baffles in a tank trailer help to control:

19 / 40

A safe haven is ______.

20 / 40

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

21 / 40

If you are traveling at 55 mph in a 30-foot vehicle, you should leave how many seconds of following distance?

22 / 40

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

23 / 40

The two other places where the hazardous identification number must appear are:

24 / 40

Select the true statement about dual air brake systems:

25 / 40

Where should you place your warning devices if you must stop on a one-way or divided highway?

26 / 40

What is the best way to figure out how many seconds of following distance you have?

27 / 40

When a substance in the materials table is written in italics it means :

28 / 40

What is a common cause of tire fires?

29 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to managing space to the sides.

30 / 40

Which of the following types of emergency equipment must you have on your bus?

31 / 40

What handling effect will baffles have?

32 / 40

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

33 / 40

Which of the following three hazard classes should NOT be placed into a temperature-controlled trailer (one with a heater/air conditioner unit)?

34 / 40

If you park the trailer at an angle to the tractor when uncoupling:

35 / 40

If you are transporting cargo, you should inspect the cargo and securing devices:

36 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

37 / 40

This should be cleaned and then adjusted properly while inside the cab.

38 / 40

The longest crack that brake or disc drums can have is:

39 / 40

The best way to have control on curves is:

40 / 40

Do you need to stop before a railroad crossing if you are hauling 100 pounds of Division 4.3 materials?

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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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