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This is a practice test site for the CDL test in South Dakota. Use this site as a resource as you prepare to take your SD CDL test. You can take these practice tests and go through these questions as many times as you like, and the site is free to use. Questions on these practice tests cover areas such as driving weight requirements and passenger restrictions as covered in the South Dakota CDL Manual. 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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When would a drive-wheel skid result in a jackknife when pulling doubles?

2 / 40

Which of the following hazard classes utilizes a transport index in order to determine how much of it can be loaded on a single vehicle for transport?

3 / 40

How do you check the air flow to the last trailer?

4 / 40

The average person requires how many hours of sleep per 24 hour period?

5 / 40

You should____to check the free play of manual slack adjusters on S-Cam brakes.

6 / 40

How should the hand valve be used?

7 / 40

The purpose for the emergency air line is:

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The shipping papers for hazardous materials can be found:

9 / 40

The best way to test if the spring brakes come on automatically is to:

10 / 40

What is a technical name?

11 / 40

You can be sure air is supplied to the second trailer by:

12 / 40

There are 2 reasons as to why hauling liquids take special care. One reason is the ___center of gravity.

13 / 40

These tires should have a minimum tread depth of 4/32 inches.

14 / 40

What color and shape is the trailer air supply control?

15 / 40

Which seats not securely fastened to the bus are usually allowed?

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You should check that the _____are secure, caps are on tight, and is not leaking.

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

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

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The best way to test the low air pressure warning signal is to:

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Which of the following statements is FALSE?

21 / 40

When accelerating:

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

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Where are shut-off valves located?

24 / 40

Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

25 / 40

When this item is missing or loose, movement may occur between the fifth wheel assembly and the frame.

26 / 40

If you must stop on the shoulder of the road, you should place warning devices at all of the following places except...

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Which of these statements about speed management and braking is true?

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

29 / 40

Signs of distracted drivers include:

30 / 40

How should you inspect a converter dolly?

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All standing riders must stay:

32 / 40

Select which is not an engine compartement belt:

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A safe haven is:

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In what location must you keep your shipping papers which describe any hazardous materials?

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Select the true statement in regards to an application pressure gauge:

36 / 40

When checking the wheelchair lift, the things you should look for are:

37 / 40

If you work for an interstate carrier:

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The pintle hook should be_____ and the converter dolly air tank drain valve is___when doing a walk around inspection of a triple or double trailer.

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A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

40 / 40

Select the two reasons as to why special care is needed when driving a tank vehicle:

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How To Get A south dakota Commercial Drivers License

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

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

South Dakota CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are healthy enough to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Applicants are required to submit the following documents.

  • (REV 2015) Medical Self-Certification Statement
  • (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate (This document must be completed by an FMCSA-approved physician.)

Interstate non-excepted (drivers who do not work for the state or federal governments) must meet federal DOT requirements. Intrastate non-excepted drivers must meet the state requirements. Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in South Dakota. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

South Dakota 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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south dakota CDL License Test Tips

All South Dakota CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the South Dakota test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The South 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 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 a South Dakota resident with a valid state driver’s license.
  • Be currently enlisted in the military.
  • Operate a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties for at least 2 years prior to submitting the CDL application. If applicants are in the military reserves or a veteran of the reserves, the vehicle operation requirement is 4 years.
  • Have been honorably discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
  • Submit (Form CDL-SK TST WVR) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver. The commanding officer must sign this document.

Additional Information

Information on the South Dakota Department of Public Safety

The South Dakota Division of Public Safety administers CDL license requirements in South Dakota. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/commercial-drivers-license

Phone:  605.773.6883

 

Additional South Dakota CDL Helpful Links

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