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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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When this item is missing or loose, movement may occur between the fifth wheel assembly and the frame.

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The brake pushrod should not move more than____for manual slack adjusters.

3 / 40

Always try to back toward the driver's side because

4 / 40

The safety valve is usually set to open at:

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Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

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Select why you should not use the trailer hand valve while driving:

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You should decrease to a safe speed before entering a curve and then_____through it.

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Select the true statement in regards to large combination vehicles taking longer to stop.

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What color are all school buses painted?

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A safe haven is ______.

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The trailer should be lowered so that _____.

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The container for the mechanism that transforms the steering column action into wheel action is:

13 / 40

Rods, connecting links, and arms from the steering box to the wheel are a part of the:

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Which of these statements about speed management and braking is true?

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Which of the following is the proper definition of a cargo tank?

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What kind of surge can occur in a tank with baffles?

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

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This object should be checked to make sure that the cap(s) are on tight, that it is secure, and there are no leaks.

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It is important for driving safety to always be looking ahead. Which of the following is NOT a recommended time/distance that you should be looking ahead?

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When driving normally, some drivers use the hand valve before applying the brake pedal to prevent jack knifing. Select the most appropriate response to this statement.

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When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that:

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If your engine runs a pump used during delivery of compressed gas, should you turn off the engine before or after unhooking hoses after delivery?

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

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How can you determine if your vehicle is equipped with ABS?

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Select the true statement about emergency steering and tankers:

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Which trailer is most likely to turn over when you make a sudden turn while pulling doubles?

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Select which is not a mandatory emergency equipment:

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Which of the following is NOT an acceptable type of marking for hazardous materials?

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When there is a hazardous materials emergency. You should:

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Select when you should use the parking brake:

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Where are the two main places where the hazardous material identification number appears?

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What is the stopping distance for a tractor trailer that is traveling at 55 mph on dry pavement?

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Buses may carry small-arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs. However, buses must never carry:

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You should check your mirrors while making a lane change:

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A truck with baffles will handle:

36 / 40

Overhead inside mirror is used to:

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This gauge has a governor cut-off.

38 / 40

The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG):

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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:

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If you are required to stop at railroad crossings, you must:

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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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