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Welcome to the Vermont CDL practice test site. As you prepare to obtain your CDL in Vermont, have this site be a guide for practicing common test questions. You can take these practice tests and questions as many times as you like, all of the driving tests on this site are completely free and aimed at helping you prepare to take the Vermont 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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When does stab braking occur?

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You do not have to stop at railroad crossings, but must slow down and carefully check for other vehicles:

3 / 40

An air system that is fully charged will typically have ___ psi of pressure.

4 / 40

You must control how far packages labeled "Radioactive II" or "Radioactive III" are located from people and cargo space walls by referring to:

5 / 40

How do you determine if slack adjusters need to be adjusted?

6 / 40

When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

7 / 40

You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

8 / 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?

9 / 40

Where is compressed air stored?

10 / 40

Which of the following statements about "Radioactive" labels is true?

11 / 40

With the controlled braking method, you _____?

12 / 40

What is the safest way to stop unruly behavior on the bus?

13 / 40

What are the three hazard classes should NOT be loaded into a trailer that has a heater air conditioner unit?

14 / 40

Bus drivers must have a commercial driver license if they drive a vehicle designed to seat more than:

15 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the center of gravity for tanks:

16 / 40

What is the brake system that applies and releases the brakes when the brake pedal is used?

17 / 40

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

18 / 40

This object should not be spliced, cut, chafed, or worn through to allow steel braid to show.

19 / 40

Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

20 / 40

Your bus starts to lean toward the outside on a banked curve, you are:

21 / 40

Do converter dollies have spring brakes?

22 / 40

Which of the following is not a prohibited practice on the bus:

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

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

25 / 40

When fueling a placarded vehicle, someone must always be:

26 / 40

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

27 / 40

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

28 / 40

How do you secure a second trailer to your combination vehicle?

29 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to large combination vehicles taking longer to stop.

30 / 40

When driving a combination vehicle, the trailer breaks away severing the air lines. The trailer brakes should come on and ____.

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You should adjust all the outside left and right side convex mirrors to see:

32 / 40

Select the correct setup for shut-off valves:

33 / 40

A tractor should not be backed under a trailer until the whole air system is:

34 / 40

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

35 / 40

What is most likely to occur when driving double and a set of trailer wheels goes into a skid?

36 / 40

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

37 / 40

The belt that you need to make sure is securely mounted, without frays, and adjusts and latches properly is the:

38 / 40

The floor liner for explosives may not:

39 / 40

_____ create a little above 90 degree angle between the adjuster arm and push rod when the brakes are released and no less than 90 degrees when the brakes are applied.

40 / 40

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

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How To Get A vermont Commercial Drivers License

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

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

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

  • (Form TA-VL-33) CDL Medical Certification
  • Medical Examiner Certificate

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

Vermont 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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vermont CDL License Test Tips

All Vermont CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the Vermont test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The Vermont 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 employed by the military within 1 year of submitting the application.
  • Have operated a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties for at least 2 years.
  • Have been discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
  • Submit (Form TA-VL-54) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver signed by the applicant’s commanding officer.

Additional Information

Information on the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles

The Vermont Agency of Transportation Department of Motor Vehicles administers CDL license testing and regulations in Vermont. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://dmv.vermont.gov/licenses/types-of-licenses-ids/commercial-drivers-license-cdl

Phone: 802.828.2000

 

Additional Vermont CDL Helpful Links

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