vermont
CDL Practice Test

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.

1 / 40

If you work for an interstate carrier:

None of these answers are correct.

You must complete a written inspection report for each bus driven.

Only fill out report for buses with defects.

If there are no defects, no report is necessary.

2 / 40

Which of the following three hazard classes should NOT be placed into a temperature-controlled trailer (one with a heater/air conditioner unit)?

Classes 1, 4, and 51

Classes 1, 21, and 3

Classes 1, 3, and 4

Classes 1, 3, and 6

3 / 40

You should____in order to inspect the coupling.

make sure to have space between the lower and upper fifth wheel

if necessary, use a flashlight

have the fifth wheel jaws open

make sure the locking lever is in the open position

4 / 40

You downshift automatic transmissions ______.

at the bottom of a hill

before going down a hill

none of these answers are correct

half way down a hill

5 / 40

Front wheel brakes are good under what kind of conditions?

icy or wet conditions

any weather conditons

they are not ideal

ideal weather conditions

6 / 40

A tank trailer should never be fully loaded due to:

The movement is stronger.

The will be more shifting of the load.

The liquid can expand causing a leak from the trailer.

The baffles aren't as effective.

7 / 40

This object should not move more than an inch by pulled by hand with the brakes released for manual slack adjusters.

The brake pushrod

The air lines

The brake chambers

The bounce absorbers

8 / 40

What is NOT one of the four skill areas that operating a commercial vehicle requires?

first aid certification

steering

accelerating

safely backing

9 / 40

The method used to make sure the spring brakes will come on automatically is to:

Apply pressure on and off the brake pedal to decrease the air tank pressure. The parking brake knob should pop out when the air pressure meets to the manufacturer’s specification.

Apply pressure on and off the brake pedal to decrease the air tank pressure while driving at a high a speed. The parking brake knob should pop out when the air pressure meets to the manufacturer’s specification.

Apply pressure on and off the brake pedal to increase the air tank pressure. The parking brake knob should pop out when the air pressure meets to the manufacturer’s specification.

Apply pressure on and off the brake pedal to decrease the air tank pressure. The parking brake knob should pop out when the air pressure drops to 120 psi.

10 / 40

This object should be clean with no obstructions, illegal stickers or damage to the glass.

The lighting indicators

The headlights

The side mirrors

The windshield

11 / 40

The gauge that needs to come up to normal levels after starting the engine within a few seconds is _____.

oil pressure

blood pressure

air brake pressure

oil temperature

12 / 40

How do you check the power steering fluid?

By looking through the reservoir sight glass.

Via indicator light on the dashboard.

Via the power steering fluid dipstick.

Undo the oil fill cap and check the level.

13 / 40

You should make sure the_____before backing under a trailer.

landing gear is fully raised

tractor shut off valve is normal

trailer brakes are locked down

air brakes have been shut off

14 / 40

How can you check slack adjusters?

it is not possible to check manually

by frequently checking the pressure gauge

by using a fixed wrench

by pulling hard on each slack adjuster

15 / 40

What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

You must ensure the disurptive rider's safety as well as that of others.

You must remove the disruptive passenger immediately for the safety of the others.

It may be safer to wait and discharge the disruptive passenger at the next scheduled stop or a well-lighted area where there are other people.

Don't discharge such riders where it would be unsafe for them.

16 / 40

Why should you know the outage?

Heavier liquids don't require outage.

Just in case you become a contestant in a trivia competition.

Baffles are not always permitted with certain types of liquids.

Liquids expand different amounts.

17 / 40

Two causes of tire fires are ______.

duals that touch and road debris

under-inflated tires and poor retreads

under-inflated tires and duals that touch

hot brakes and under-inflated tires

18 / 40

Placarded vehicles must carry which type of fire extinguisher?

Hazmat extinguisher

C-D fire extinguisher

B-C fire extinguisher

A-B fire extinguisher

19 / 40

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

Suspension system

Apron

Locking pins/tandem release arm

Metal frame

20 / 40

When transporting explosives you may not park:

Near an open fire.

Within 5 feet of the traveled part of the road.

Within 300 feet of a tunnel.

All of these answers are correct.

21 / 40

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable type of marking for hazardous materials?

Descriptive name in roman print

Identification number

Un marks

Name in italics

22 / 40

How far away are you required to park from a bridge, tunnel, or building if you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials?

At least 600 feet

At least 500 feet

At least 400 feet

At least 300 feet

23 / 40

Of the following hazardous material classes, which is the most dangerous?

Division 63

Division 62

Division 61

Division 64

24 / 40

You should place the starter switch key into your pocket while you are performing the pre-trip inspection because:

someone could start and move the truck

someone could steal the truck

it could damage the starting mechanism

all of these answers are correct

25 / 40

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

All answers listed

The air system lines

The brake chambers

The brake linings

26 / 40

A baffled tanker has:

No side to side surge.

Balls floating in it to increase the speed of the liquid movement.

Separate compartments inside the trailer.

Bulkheads with holes that allow liquid to flow through it.

27 / 40

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

they take longer to stop when loaded down

they take the same amount of time to stop when empty or loaded

they take longer to stop than bobtail tractors

they take longer to stop when they are empty

28 / 40

What is the movement of the liquid called when the tanks are partially filled?

Knocking

Surging

Framing

Crashing

29 / 40

The most stable tanker shape is:

Cylindrical

Square

Elliptical

Round

30 / 40

The most important hand signal you should agree on with a helper is:

“turn up the music”

“faster”

“stop”

“go”

31 / 40

Drivers placard their vehicle to _____ the risk.

take away

elevate

minimize

communicate

32 / 40

This object should not have any missing parts, be fully raised, the crank handle is secured, and that there is no damage to the frame.

Drop arm

Lifts/doors/tires

Release arm

Landing gear

33 / 40

After the initial drop, the maximum leakage rates per minute is:

10 psi for combination vehicle and 5 psi for single vehicle

3 psi for combination vehicle and 1 psi for single vehicle

6 psi for a combination vehicle and 5 psi for single vehicle

4 psi for a combination vehicle and 3 psi for a single vehicle

34 / 40

Which of the following should you NOT do if you experience a tire failure?

stay off the brake pedal

you need to be aware that a tire has failed

hold the steering wheel firmly

engage the brakes hard and immediately

35 / 40

When should the trailer hand valve be used?

to test the trailer brakes

all answers listed

when parked in a service lot

when driving at highway speeds

36 / 40

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

None of these answers are correct.

Any of the last row seats.

Window seats.

The driver's seat only.

37 / 40

Before backing under the trailer you should______when coupling a tractor and trailer with air lines already connected.

press down on the brake pedal twice

all answers listed

have the trailer brakes off

supply air to the trailer system and then pull the air supply knob out

38 / 40

Alcohol evaporators in some air brake systems help to:

decreases the risk of water in the air brake valves in cold weather

cleans out oil from the air lines

it removes fuel from the air lines

decrease the chances of ice in the air brake valves in cold weather

39 / 40

You must keep shipping papers describing hazardous materials ______.

in a pouch on the driver’s door or in clear view within immediate reach while the seat belt is fastened while driving on the driver’s seat when out of the vehicle

within 100 feet of the hazardous materials at all times

with the bills of lading

in a pouch on the drivers door or in the overhead compartment above the driver’s seat only

40 / 40

Select the true statement about stop valves in a cargo tank:

They are manually operated.

They will close in an emergency.

They protect the piping and tank during rear end collisions.

They will fall off in an emergency.

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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

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