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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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This object should be free of shiny treads, rust, free of cracks and distortions.

2 / 40

Start by___when coupling.

3 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to handing triples and doubles

4 / 40

How should the shut off valves at the rear of the trailer be when inspecting doubles?

5 / 40

Select the answer that is not a part of the braking process when driving a tractor-trailer combination vehicle that has ABS:

6 / 40

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

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What should you do if the low air pressure warning comes on for only one system in a truck or bus that has a dual air brake system?

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Select the statement that is true in regards to quick steering movements and triple/double trailers:

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

10 / 40

How do you check the connection after locking the kingpin into the fifth wheel?

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Select the situation in which you should use the hand valve to park a combination vehicle.

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Select the true statement in regards to as why you should make sure the fifth wheel plate is greased as recommended:

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Select the accurate statement in regards to rolling up the landing gear to complete the coupling process.

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The shipping papers for hazardous materials can be found:

15 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to if a glad hand on the blue air line is missing a seal.

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While completing the 1st component of the air brake check you are required to fully push down on the foot brake and _____.

17 / 40

This gauge will indicate if the generator or alternator is charging:

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

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Select the definition of "off-tracking."

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

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How far before a railroad crossing should you stop your bus?

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You should turn off your engine when loading flammable liquid unless:

23 / 40

Overhead inside mirror is used to:

24 / 40

When you have a major leak in the service line and you apply pressure to the brakes, the service air pressure will escape and:

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

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Select the factor that is known to cause brakes to fail or fade. (more than one answer may be correct, but select only one)

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What is a king pin?

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Do empty trucks have the best braking?

29 / 40

Select the true statement about converter dollies:

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Select the vehicle that off-tracks the most.

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You should check your tires every ____ or every ____ when driving in very hot weather.

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You need to raise the landing gear just to the height of where it clears the pavement before driving.

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A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

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

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You must control how far packages labeled "Radioactive II" or "Radioactive III" are located from people and cargo space walls by referring to:

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What is a common cause of tire fires?

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What do yo need to do before supplying air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

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What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

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This item should be firmly attached the to frame, be solid, and clear of objects:

40 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to what the fifth wheel should be checked for.

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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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