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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. 

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Select the statement that is not part of the air-brake system:

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An example of a low pressure warning signal for air brakes is:

3 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to quick steering movements and double trailers:

4 / 40

This should have no illegal stickers, dirt, obstructions, or damage to the glass.

5 / 40

Cylinders containing compressed gases may only be loaded onto a vehicle without a flat floor or platform if the cylinders are:

6 / 40

What should you hook up before backing a tractor to a trailer for coupling?

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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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Puddles or dripping fluids from the underside of the transmission and engine may indicate:

9 / 40

What will happen should a driver cross the air lines when hooking up the an older trailer?

10 / 40

A shipper’s certification is best described as _____.

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Class A explosives must not be transported in a combination vehicle if the vehicle includes:

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Why should you cover cargo?

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You should___to reduce the air leakage rate.

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How do you release the dolly brakes when coupling twin trailers?

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For what reason do you keep the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection?

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Which of the following is NOT a part of the steering system?

17 / 40

Students exit the bus and walk:

18 / 40

How do you test the trailer service brakes?

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

20 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

21 / 40

It is important to know the outage required for the liquids you carry because:

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What does the air compressor governor control?

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Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

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You should activate hazard lights within approximately how many feet before railroad crossing?

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Select how you can tell if your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system:

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When accelerating:

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The object that doesn't get checked at the side of the trailer is the:

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How often should you check your cargo?

29 / 40

When would you lock some emergency roof hatches in a partly open position?

30 / 40

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

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Select the true statement about empty trucks:

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What is a technical name?

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Before transporting a sealed load, you must check:

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A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

35 / 40

If you park the trailer at an angle to the tractor when uncoupling:

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Select the true statement in regards to driving a truck with triple or double trailers:

37 / 40

Which trailer is most likely to tip over due to the crack the whip effect?

38 / 40

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

39 / 40

You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

40 / 40

A "transport index" relates to products that are:

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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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Please use the links below to access Oregon CDL testing resources and to learn more about practice driving tests for the state of Oregon.