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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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Air tanks need to be drained:

2 / 40

Tankers used to transport hazardous materials on vehicles must be marked with:

3 / 40

Is it mandatory that all vehicles with air brakes have low air pressure warning signals?

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

What kind of surge occurs with baffles?

6 / 40

Placarded vehicles must carry which type of fire extinguisher?

7 / 40

How often should you check the tires on a placarded trailer that has dual tires?

8 / 40

The school bus driver may be the only contact person from school system some parents meet. The percentage of such parents is as high as:

9 / 40

What is the stopping distance for a tractor trailer that is traveling at 55 mph on dry pavement?

10 / 40

Drivers who transport route controlled radioactive materials must carry a dated certificate of radioactive materials training. This training must have ocurred within the last:

11 / 40

The purpose for the emergency air line is:

12 / 40

Select the true statement:

13 / 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.

14 / 40

Which trailer is most likely to turn over when you make a sudden turn while pulling doubles?

15 / 40

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

16 / 40

What will occur as a result of failing to perform all 3 components of the air brake check?

17 / 40

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

18 / 40

When driving in very hot temperatures, you should:

19 / 40

Select the first action to do when the low air pressure warning comes on:

20 / 40

Before backing under the trailer after connecting the air lines you should:

21 / 40

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

22 / 40

This object is not checked at the rear of the trailer.

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

When transporting explosives you may not park:

25 / 40

You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

26 / 40

What will probably happen if the converter dolly is still under the second trailer and the pintle hook is unhooked?

27 / 40

How do you test your service brakes?

28 / 40

Select the answer that is controlled by the foot brake.

29 / 40

Select the statement that describes how you could damage the landing gear.

30 / 40

Select the statement of what you should not do if you are required to drive through flowing water or deep puddles.

31 / 40

When stopping for railroad tracks, you must stop no closer than how many feet before the nearest track?

32 / 40

Cargo tanks ____.

33 / 40

Remember to_____to prevent rollovers.

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Air pressure loss in a vehicle with a fully charged air system should be less than_______after the initial drop and brake applied.

35 / 40

Which of the following types of cargo can never be carrier on a bus with riders?

36 / 40

If you are driving a 100-foot truck with double trailers at 30 mph in dry conditions, how many seconds of space should there be between your truck and other vehicles?

37 / 40

You do not have a hazardous materials endorsement on your commercial driver license. When can you legally haul hazardous materials?

38 / 40

Which trailer should be the first one after the tractor?

39 / 40

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

40 / 40

A placarded vehicle must have at least ___ placards?

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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.