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CDL Practice Test

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This is a practice test site for helping you earn your CDL in Tennessee. Rules and regulations covered on these practice tests are based on the Tennessee CDL Manual. You can take these practice tests as many times as you like as the site is free to use. 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 is it best to wear your seat belt?

2 / 40

The sliding mechanism and locking device for a tandem axle on trailers is:

3 / 40

Drivers placard their vehicle to _____ the risk.

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

Select the true statement about slack adjusters:

6 / 40

When driving tank vehicles you should:

7 / 40

Which of the following answers lists the three types of emergency equipment you must have on your bus?

8 / 40

When should you avoid using the parking brake?

9 / 40

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

10 / 40

This object is required to be checked for damage, that it's secure, and strong enough to handle any cargo.

11 / 40

When is it acceptable for non-hazardous materials to be described by hazard class words or identification numbers?

12 / 40

The basic description of a hazardous material includes the hazard class, the identification number, and the proper shipping name. Which one must appear first on the shipping paper?

13 / 40

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

14 / 40

Check to ensure that____when inspecting the coupling.

15 / 40

The most stable tanker shape is:

16 / 40

How high should you crank the landing gear?

17 / 40

A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

18 / 40

You should look into the back of the fifth wheel on a dolly to see if it is locked onto the kingpin.

19 / 40

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

20 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

21 / 40

Two causes of tire fires are ______.

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You need to be extra careful when driving smooth bore tanks:

23 / 40

The _____of the kingpin has the locking jaw close around it.

24 / 40

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

25 / 40

When approaching railroad tracks, stop your bus:

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Which of the following is NOT an appropriate reason to flash your braking lights?

27 / 40

Remember to____when connecting the converter dolly to the rear trailer.

28 / 40

The blind spot behind the bus could extend to how many feet?

29 / 40

Placarded vehicles must carry which type of fire extinguisher?

30 / 40

The bus driver must accept responsibility for supervising and controlling students while on the bus route. Who is the person in charge?

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

32 / 40

Why do air brakes take longer to stop than hydraulic brakes?

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You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

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You should check____when loading the small tanks of a cargo tank with bulkheads.

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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.

36 / 40

If students must cross the street, when they get off the bus, which statement is true?

37 / 40

Tires should should be replaced:

38 / 40

Vehicle handling can become unsafe if the weight is not properly balanced. Hard steering can be caused by:

39 / 40

The purpose for the emergency air line is:

40 / 40

You are checking the_______when looking at the dipstick to see if the lubrication is at the safe operating range or above the refill line.

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How To Get A tennessee Commercial Drivers License

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

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

Tennessee CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are physically fit to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Applicants are required to submit the following documents.

  • (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate (This document must be completed by an FMCSA-certified physician.)
  • (SF-1438) Self-Certification Form

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 Tennessee. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses. Tennessee CDL applicants will conduct a driving record check of the past 10 years in all 50 states.

Tennessee CDL Endorsements

  • H – Hazmat Vehicles
  • N – Tank Vehicles
  • P – Passenger Vehicles
  • S – School Bus
  • T – Double or Triple Trailer

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tennessee CDL License Test Tips

All Tennessee CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the Tennessee test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The Tennessee 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 currently enlisted in the military and:

  • Be a Tennessee resident with a valid Tennessee driver’s license or eligible for a Tennessee license.
  • Possess a military operator’s permit.
  • Have a minimum of 2 years of experience operating the same type of vehicle as the applicant is applying to drive.
  • Have been discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
  • Submit (Form SF-1507) CDL Skills Test Waiver Application. The commanding officer must sign this document within 90 days of the CDL application.

Additional Information

Information on the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security

The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commercial Driver License Division administers CDL license regulations and testing in Tennessee. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/commercial-driver-license.html

Phone: 615.253.5221

 

Additional Tennessee CDL Helpful Links

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