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CDL Practice Test

Welcome to the Oregon CDL practice test site. You can take these practice test questions as many times as you like, as all of the driving practice tests on this site are completely free. The questions are all derived from the Oregon CDL driving manual and should help you prepare for the official Oregon CDL test. 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

Charter drivers should not:

Explain rules at the start of the trip.

Remind riders about rules once trip begins.

Allow riders on the bus until departure time.

Mention rules at the start of the trip.

2 / 40

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?

about 1/4 mile for open highway driving

about 5 car lengths on the highway

about 12-15 seconds

about 1 block for city driving

3 / 40

What is the most important reason for doing a school bus inspection?

To assist the school principal with their report.

For safety required by federal, state, and local laws.

To check for flat tires.

To give the mechanic something to do.

4 / 40

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

It can occur even with baffles inside that slow the flow.

All answers listed.

It can occur even when driving at the posted speed limit.

It can occur when driving through a curve.

5 / 40

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

20 feet, 50 feet, and 100 feet toward approaching traffic

10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet toward approaching traffic

100 feet, 200 feet, and 300 feet toward approaching traffic

50 feet, 100 feet, and 150 feet toward approaching traffic

6 / 40

When does stab braking occur?

when the wheels start rolling, apply the brakes

all of these answers are correct

when the wheels lock up, release the brakes

apply pressure all the way on the brake pedal

7 / 40

When stopped on a divided highway where should your reflectors be placed?

15 feet, 75 feet, and 150 feet toward the approaching traffic

30 feet, 100 feet, and 150 feet toward the approaching traffic

20 feet, 150 feet, and 300 feet toward the approaching traffic

10 feet, 100 feet, and 200 feet toward the approaching traffic

8 / 40

Select the false statement about tractor protection valves.

the trailer air supply valve in the cab controls it

if the air pressure is low it will automatically close

air is allowed to leak from the tractor line when it is closed

should the trailer air leak, it keeps the air in the tractor

9 / 40

Which of the following statements is true about speed management?

The posted speed limit is safe for all conditions.

You should be able to stop within the distance that you can see ahead.

Speed limits for buses are the same as cars.

All of these answers are correct.

10 / 40

Select the correct setup for shut-off valves:

the front and back shut-off valves are closed

the rear shut-off valves are closed and the front trailer valves are open

the front and back shut-off valves are open

the front shut-off valves are closed and the rear trailer valves are open

11 / 40

A shipper’s certification is best described as _____.

a paper certification given to the manufacturer from the shipper

a certification that the package has been prepared according to the rules when the shipper packages hazardous materials

a paper certification from the manufacturer given to the shipper

a test for shippers that certifies that they are qualified to package hazardous materials

12 / 40

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

8 seconds

7 seconds

5 seconds

6 seconds

13 / 40

Buses are prohibited from carrying all of the following hazardous materials except:

Small-arms ammunition.

Properly labeled poison gas canisters.

Properly secured tear gas canisters.

Materials labeled radioactive in the space occupied by people.

14 / 40

In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valve be in for double trailer combination?

in a closed position

in a 1/3 open position

in an open position

in a halfway closed position

15 / 40

A driver of a tank vehicle should take curves, off ramps, and on ramps at a speed lower than the posted speed limit.

False

True but only in ideal conditions

True but only in rainy conditions

True

16 / 40

In column 1, the "D" symbol means:

Detonators

Domestic restrictions

Devices

Domestic transportation

17 / 40

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

Only if the arm is down telling vehicles to stop

Impossible to tell without more information

Yes

18 / 40

What might happen if a trailer is too high when you try to couple?

the queen pin may fall off

the trailer may tip to the side

all answers listed

it may not correctly couple

19 / 40

If there is no traffic light or attendant, how far from the draw of a drawbridge must you stop?

5 feet

30 feet

100 feet

50 feet

20 / 40

An "A/W" the first column of the hazardous materials table means:

It is ok to ship this material by air only.

This material has no restrictions when shipped by air and/or water.

There is no restrictions with this material if shipped by water only.

This material is only restricted when shipped by air and/or water.

21 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to when a bulk tank vehicle stops at an intersection on a slippery surface:

The trailer may slide to the side due to the rocking motion.

The trailer may slide into the oncoming traffic.

The liquid may leak out of the tank.

The movement of the liquid may push the truck into the intersection.

22 / 40

The CDL manual indicates the last step on picking up students at the bus stop is as follows:

Place transmission in park or neutral and set parking brake.

Open the service door just enough to activate the alternating red light when traffic is in a safe distance from the bus.

Make a final check to confirm all traffic stops before opening the bus door and signaling students to approach.

Activate the amber flashing caution lights to warn vehicles that the bus will stop to load passengers soon.

23 / 40

Commerical vehicles typically have this type of brake.

rectangle brakes

S-Cam brakes

stab brakes

drum brakes

24 / 40

What are the 3 methods for securing a second trailer before coupling?

parking on level ground, chocking the tires, and charging the trailer air tank if it doesn't have spring brakes

parking against another trailer, locking the trailer door, and chocking the tires

all answers listed

chocking the tires, parking on level ground, and charging the air tank

25 / 40

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

All answers listed

Side to side

Back to front

Bottom to top

26 / 40

Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?

look for an escape ramp or an escape route

pump the brake pedal

put the gears in neutral

downshift

27 / 40

Select the item that is not checked in the engine compartment:

The level of the oil

The oil pressure

The power steering fluid

The coolant level

28 / 40

The floor liner for explosives may not:

Contain nails or screws.

Contain steel or iron.

Contain any of these materials.

Contain cracks or holes.

29 / 40

At the end of each shift you should:

Inspect your bus.

Report any damage.

All of these answers are correct.

Report any defects.

30 / 40

Bus drivers must have a CDL if they drive a vehicle:

Designed to seat more than 16 or more persons, including the driver.

That is designed to carry more than nine passengers.

That has a gross weight rating of more than 26,000 pounds.

That has air brakes.

31 / 40

A trailer is at the right height to have the tractor backed up to it when:

it'll raise slightly when the tractor is backed up under it

the fifth wheel will not come in contact with the kingpin

the top of the kingpin is even with the bottom of the fifth wheel

the kingpin is about 1 1/5 inches above the fifth wheel

32 / 40

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

protect the area

move the victims out of the way immediately

notify authorities

stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm

33 / 40

You should follow behind other vehicles ______when traveling under 40 mph.

at a distance of 1 second for every 15 feet of your vehicle length

at a distance of 1 seconds for every 10 feet of your vehicle length

at a distance of 1 second for every 5 feet of your vehicle length

as close as possible so other drivers won't cut in front of you

34 / 40

"Outages" is the word to describe the amount of space required for liquids to expand in as they warm.

False, it's when the vehicle power system fails in some way

True

False, it's when the vehicle engine fails in some way

False, it's when the vehicle air braking system fails in some way

35 / 40

What position should the tractor protection control valve be in after coupling?

raised

mid position

normal

lowered

36 / 40

Which of the following should you NOT do if you experience a tire failure?

hold the steering wheel firmly

engage the brakes hard and immediately

stay off the brake pedal

you need to be aware that a tire has failed

37 / 40

Buses may NOT have recapped or regrooved tires:

On front wheels.

Anywhere except on the front wheels.

On the outside rear wheels.

When it's been raining.

38 / 40

Cargo tanks ____.

are tanks that the military uses to transport hazardous materials

are large drums used to contain hazmat that is loaded on a trailer

are large drums temporarily attached to a vehicle

are bulk packagings permanently attached to a vehicle

39 / 40

For any flatbed load you must have at least ____ tie downs.

six

one

two

four

40 / 40

A shipment described on the Hazardous Waste Manifest may only be delivered to another _______ carrier or treatment facility, who then signs the ______, giving you a copy which you must keep.

licensed, manifest

trucking, uniform hazardous waste manifest

responsible, papers

registered, uniform hazardous waste manifest

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How To Get An oregon Commercial Drivers License

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

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

Oregon CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are physically capable of operating a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Oregon applicants must have the forms signed by a CDL-certified doctor.

Applicants are required to submit Form MCSA-5876, a Medical Examiner’s Certificate and Form 735-7369, a Self-Certification of CMV Driving Type.

All required paperwork must be completed before applying for a CDL. These documents must be brought to the appointment at the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles.

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

Oregon 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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oregon CDL License Test Tips

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

Additional Information

Information on the Oregon Department of Transportation

The Oregon Department of Transportation administers CDL license regulations in Oregon. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/DMV/Pages/DriverID/CDLget.aspx

Phone: 503.945.5000

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