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Welcome to the Pennsylvania CDL practice test site. CDL rules and regulations covered on these practice tests come from the PA DMV CDL Manual. You can take these practice test questions as many times as you like as you attempt to obtain your PA CDL. 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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How often should you check the cargo you are transporting?

2 / 40

If you are hauling hazardous materials and have ___ tires on your vehicle, you must stop and check them every time you park.

3 / 40

The walls that separate compartments inside the tanks and having openings at the top and bottom are called:

4 / 40

You should_____when the low pressure warning is activated:

5 / 40

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

6 / 40

In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valves and pintle hook be in?

7 / 40

Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

8 / 40

When arriving at the destination announce:

9 / 40

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

10 / 40

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

11 / 40

What keeps air in the tanks should the air compressor develop a leak?

12 / 40

Why should you test the tractor protection valve?

13 / 40

To test the security of the tractor semi trailer connection you should:

14 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

15 / 40

The air leakage rate for combination vehicles should not be more than _ psi a minute.

16 / 40

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?

17 / 40

You should___to reduce the air leakage rate.

18 / 40

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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To inspect the______you should pump the pedal 3 times and hold it down for 5 seconds while making sure the pedal doesn't move during those 5 seconds.

20 / 40

When should the trailer hand valve be used?

21 / 40

What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

22 / 40

How many seats may be placed in the aisle if the bus is a charter and is carrying agricultural (farm) workers?

23 / 40

What are the dividers that are inside tankers that have an opening at the bottom and top?

24 / 40

A leak rate for a straight truck or bus air brake system should not exceed _____psi per minute when the engine is off and the brakes are released.

25 / 40

When inspecting the_____you pump the pedals 3 times and then hold it down for 5 seconds feeling for no movement to occur.

26 / 40

Select the true statement about retest markings:

27 / 40

This object should not be damaged, bent, or rusted through and be evenly centered with the tires and dual wheels evenly separated.

28 / 40

If there is rust around the nuts, what may it indicate?

29 / 40

Mirrors with a convex surface or "spot" mirrors _____.

30 / 40

The minimum tire tread depth for front tires is:

31 / 40

This item does not need to be checked during the cab check.

32 / 40

Select the true statement about slack adjusters:

33 / 40

The longest crack that brake or disc drums can have is:

34 / 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?

35 / 40

Select the true statement about empty trucks:

36 / 40

What are shippers trying to accomplish when they package the material?

37 / 40

If you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials, how far away must you park from the traveled portion of the roadway?

38 / 40

After deciding the type of evacuation that is necessary, the next step you must take is:

39 / 40

You should_____to uncouple the converter dolly.

40 / 40

Spring brakes are usually held back by_____during normal driving.

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How To Get A pennsylvania Commercial Drivers License

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

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

 

Pennsylvania CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are physically fit enough to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Pennsylvania applicants must get assistance with the forms from a qualified CDL physician and submit the following documents:

  • (Form MCSA-5875) Medical Examination Report Form
  • (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate

Applicants who receive a CDL must keep their Medical Examiner’s Certificate with them at all times while they are operating a commercial vehicle.

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

Pennsylvania 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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pennsylvania CDL License Test Tips

All Pennsylvania CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. To pass the Pennsylvania test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The Pennsylvania skills test can be taken 15 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.
  • Submit an Application for CDL Skills Test Waiver.

Additional Information

Information on the Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles

The Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles administers CDL license regulations in Pennsylvania. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.dmv.pa.gov/Driver-Services/Commercial-Driver/Pages/default.aspx

Phone: 717.412.5300

 

Additional Pennsylvania CDL Helpful Links

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