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Welcome to the CDL practice test site for North Dakota. You can take these practice tests to help you prepare for the North Dakota DOT CDL Test. The questions on these practice tests will gauge your understanding of the knowledge necessary for obtaining a CDL in ND. This site is free and you are welcome to take the practice tests as many times as you would like. 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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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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Another term for a smooth bore tank is:

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How often should you check your cargo?

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For emergency braking to avoid a crash when driving a double trailer you should:

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What is the purpose of a baffle?

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

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

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This object should not move more than an inch by pulled by hand with the brakes released for manual slack adjusters.

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

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The most dangerous time during the school bus ride is:

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When does your vehicle's single brake system need an adjustment?

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What will occur as a result of failing to perform all 3 components of the air brake check?

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When approaching railroad tracks, stop your bus:

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To be sure that air is supplied to the second trailer:

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If you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials, how far away must you park from the traveled portion of the roadway?

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What should you check for when inspecting a converter dolly?

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This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

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If you are hauling hazardous materials and have ___ tires on your vehicle, you must stop and check them every time you park.

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Select which vehicles are required to have a low air pressure warning signal:

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Select the portion of the combination vehicle that is most likely to turn over suddenly when pulling a double trailer:

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When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

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A battery box check is important. The battery must be secure, connection must be tight, and cell caps must be present. In addition these items should be checked:

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You should____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop due to a crash.

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Water is drained from the compressed air tanks because:

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

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You may use DANGEROUS placards instead of separate placards for each Table 2 hazard class when:

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You are driving a 60 foot truck at 55 MPH, how much space (in seconds) should you keep in front of you?

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

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The transport index of a radioactive material:

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In the slide mechanism of the sliding fifth wheel, this object should have no missing pins or be loose when fully engaged.

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The most important hand signal you should agree on with a helper is:

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To avoid rollover when going through a curve, the best thing to do is:

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Be careful to check the_____when unloading the smaller tanks of bulk heads.

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Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

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You must be alert for road hazards so that:

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How do you supply air to the trailer tanks?

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When driving in very hot temperatures, you should:

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

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The best way to go into a curve is to decrease your speed going into the curve and then ____going through it.

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What is the best way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle?

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How To Get A north dakota Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in North Dakota, applicants must be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within North Dakota only) and/or 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of North Dakota).

North Dakota applicants must provide proof that they are medically fit to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Applicants are required to submit a Self-Certification Affidavit and a Medical Examiner’s Certificate (The form must be completed by an FMCSA-approved physician.)

Under certain circumstances, some drivers will not be allowed to drive a commercial vehicle in North Dakota. Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in North Dakota. Applicants can be disqualified from the application process for having multiple licenses.

North Dakota CDL Endorsements
H – Hazmat Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Double or Triple Trailer

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north dakota CDL License Test Tips

All North Dakota CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the North Dakota test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The North Dakota skills test can be taken 14 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each section.

Military veterans who were discharged within 1 year of the application and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they meet the requirements.

To qualify for a waiver, applicants must:

  • Be active duty military personnel.
  • Operate a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Be discharged from the military within the past 12 months.

Additional Information

Information on the North Dakota Department of Transportation

The North Dakota Department of Transportation oversees CDL license requirements in North Dakota. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.dot.nd.gov/divisions/driverslicense/cdlrequirements.htm

Phone: 701.328.2600

 

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