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CDL Practice Test

Use this site as you prepare to take the Ohio CDL test. You can work through these practice test questions as you prepare for the Ohio CDL Test. The questions on these practice tests will gauge your knowledge on the various areas that apply to obtain a CDL in Ohio. This site is completely 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.

1 / 40

The method for testing hydraulic brakes for leaks is to _____.

all of these answers are correct

pump the brake pedal 3 times and apply firm pressure for 5 seconds the pedal should not move

pump the brake pedal 5 times and apply firm pressure for 3 seconds the pedal should not move

hold the brake down for 5 seconds and listen for leaks

2 / 40

Which of the following parts do not get checked in the Bus Interior inspection:

Emergency exit handles.

Each hand-hold and railing.

Signaling devices, including the restroom emergency buzzer, if the bus has a restroom.

Seat coverings.

3 / 40

Select the vehicle that off-tracks the most.

a 5-axle tractor that is towing a 52-foot long trailer

a 5-axle tractor that is towing a 45-foot long trailer

a 5-axle tractor that is towing a 32-foot long trailer

a 5-axle tractor that is towing a 40-foot long trailer

4 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE:

Avoid fueling your bus with riders on board unless absolutely necessary. never refuel in a closed building with riders on board.

Do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard either vehicle, unless getting off the bus would be unsafe.

Do not talk with riders or engage in any other distracting activity while driving.

Do not transport intoxicated passengers.

5 / 40

If the hazardous materials are classified as FORBIDDEN you should:

Refuse the load.

Place the materials in the front of the trailer.

Take special caution in transporting the material.

Remove the placards from the trailer.

6 / 40

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

5 degrees

10 degrees

30 degrees

15 degrees

7 / 40

The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

2/23 inch

None of the answers listed

4/32 inch

14 mm

8 / 40

Which of the following statements about special danger of loading and unloading is true?

Students should be told to remain seated while the bus is in motion.

Students should be told not to use the handrails when exiting the bus due to the possibility of causing a clothing hang up.

Students should be told to pick up any dropped objects as long as it is not under the bus.

Students should be told to leave any dropped objects and move to the point of safety out of danger and get the driver's attention to retrieve the object.

9 / 40

Select when you should use the hand valve to park a combination vehicle.

when parking at a loading dock

when parking on a downgrade

never

when parking in a commercial lot

10 / 40

Cargo tanks are:

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

Bulk packaging permanently attached to your vehicle.

Only made in one size.

Bulk packaging temporarily attached to your vehicle.

11 / 40

What is a king pin?

it is a pin that holds the wheel on to the axles

it is a pin that locks the air brake lines together

it is a pin that a driver receives for being a safe driver

it is a pin that locks the trailer to the tractor on the fifth wheel

12 / 40

If your bus has an emergency exit door, it must:

Have a red electric door light turned on at all times.

Be closed when operating the bus.

All of these answers are correct.

Not have any signs, stickers, or markings anywhere near it.

13 / 40

Select how you would check the truck's slack adjusters.

while wearing gloves, pull hard on each slack adjuster that you can reach

listen for any strange noises while applying pressure to the brake pedal

brake hard after accelerating

all of these answers are correct

14 / 40

What does outage mean?

It is the weight of the liquid.

It is the movement of the liquid.

It is the allowance needed for the expansion of liquid.

It is how quickly the tanks drain.

15 / 40

The cause of almost half of all truck driver deaths are:

a result of changing lanes too frequently

a result of excessive speed

a result of rollover

a result of following behind too closely

16 / 40

In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm

move the victims out of the way immediately

protect the area

notify authorities

17 / 40

Double and triple trailers should be driven with care to avoid a rollover or jacknife.

only in ideal conditions

true

only on downgrades

false

18 / 40

To test the tractor-trailer connection for security, you should:

drive forward in a low gear with the trailer brakes locked and then look at it carefully

drive forward with a sharp jerk

drive forward in a high gear with the trailer brakes on and check it

rock the trailer side to side with the trailer brakes on

19 / 40

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

none of the answers listed

open at the rear of the last trailer and front trailer

closed at the rear of the last trailer and open at the rear of the front trailer

closed at the rear of the last trailer and front trailer

20 / 40

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

none of the answers listed

slam down the brake pedal and keep pressure on it

do stab or controlled braking

use the trailer brakes only

21 / 40

In the event of a tire failure you should...

accelerate quickly until you find a place to pull over

pump the brakes until you come to a stop

stay off the brake and hold the steering wheel firmly

disengage the clutch so you are in neutral gear

22 / 40

Select the action that is not recommended when driving on slippery roads:

none of the answers listed

use a speed retarder or engine brake

use a light pressure with the the brake and accelerator pedals

keep other drivers out of your side space

23 / 40

You should be in the proper gear before going down a hill because:

water may build up in the air tanks if you do not rely on the engine brake

brakes may fail or fade from excessive heat due to relying on them too much and not using the engine brake effect

it builds up the air pressure in the air tanks

it helps control your speed better

24 / 40

Front wheel brakes are good under what kind of conditions?

they are not ideal

any weather conditons

ideal weather conditions

icy or wet conditions

25 / 40

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

“faster”

“go”

“turn up the music”

“stop”

26 / 40

Select the true statement about tractor protection valve:

all of these answers are correct

it provides the air supply to the brake system

it is closed by the parking brakes

if the air supply drops to a certain level it will automatically close itself

27 / 40

Why should you cover cargo?

all of these answers are correct

to protect your cargo from bad weather

because many states require it

to protect individuals from any spilled cargo

28 / 40

Select the statement that best explains the "crack-the-whip" effect.

it is when the trailer is half full with the cargo loaded in the rear half of the trailer. When you make a sudden movement of your steering wheel the cargo will forcefully slide towards the back of the trailer which will force the trailer to roll over.

it is when you make a sudden movement of the steering wheel or a quick lane change and the tractor tends to rock and sway. The velocity of the rearmost trailer forces the tractor to roll over before the trailer.

it is when you make a sudden movement of the steering wheel or a quick lane change and the rear trailer tends to swing out. The force of the rear trailer becomes amplified, which will cause it to roll over (rearward amplification).

it is when the trailer is half full with the cargo loaded in the front half of the trailer. When you make a sudden movement of your steering wheel the cargo will forcefully slide towards the back of the trailer which will force the trailer to roll over.

29 / 40

At 55 miles-per-hour it takes about 6 seconds to stop a fully loaded truck and the braking distance is:

about 1/4 mile

about two car lengths

about the length of a football field or 100 yards

about two truck lengths

30 / 40

If a rider wants to bring a car battery or a can of gasoline or kerosene aboard your bus, you should:

Have the rider pay a second fare.

Put the materials in the bus's "safe box".

Instruct the rider to sit next to an open window.

Not allow the rider to do it.

31 / 40

You are driving a 40 foot truck at 35 MPH, how much space (in seconds) should you keep in front of you?

3 seconds

4 seconds

5 seconds

6 seconds

32 / 40

Select the correct description for a bulkhead tank.

It is one large tank.

None of the answers listed.

They are divided with holes to allow liquid to flow through controlling surge.

They are divided down into smaller tanks.

33 / 40

Who is responsible for packaging, labeling, and preparing the hazardous material shipping papers for a common carrier?

Your spouse

The shipper

The driver

The carrier

34 / 40

What does the drain valve for air tanks remove?

oil and dirt

water and air

oil and water

air and oil

35 / 40

When arriving at the destination announce:

All of these answers are correct.

The next departure time.

The location.

The reason for stopping.

36 / 40

Select the true statement about converter dollies:

they typically require a glad hand converter

they usually do not have spring brakes

all answers listed

because of their small size they have little braking power

37 / 40

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

Name in italics

Descriptive name in roman print

Un marks

Identification number

38 / 40

A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

3 years

1 year

2 years

None of these answers are correct

39 / 40

Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

downshift before starting down a hill

downshift before climbing a hill

downshift when you get to the bottom of a hill

downshift before entering a curve

40 / 40

Make sure that_____before you back under a trailer.

the air brakes are in an off position

the trailer brakes have been locked

the air supply knob has been pushed it

the air supply knob has been pulled out

Your score is

The average score is 0%

5/5 - (1 vote)

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How To Get A ohio Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in Ohio, applicants must meet the following age eligibility requirements.

Be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within Ohio only).
Be at least 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of Ohio).

Ohio CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are medically capable of operating a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Ohio applicants must get assistance with completing the forms from a CDL-certified doctor.

Applicants are required to submit the following documents.

Medical Examiner’s Certificate
(Form 649-F) Medical Examination Report for Commercial Driver Fitness Determination

Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in Ohio. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

Ohio CDL Endorsements
H – Hazmat Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Double or Triple Trailer
X – Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazmat Vehicles

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ohio CDL License Test Tips

All Ohio CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the Ohio test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The Ohio 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 and active 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.
Have been honorably discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
Submit an Application for CDL Skills Test Waiver.

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Information on the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles

The Ohio Department of Public Safety Bureau of Motor Vehicles oversees CDL license requirements in Ohio. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.bmv.ohio.gov/dl-cdl-testing.aspx

Phone: 844.644.6268

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