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Welcome to our CDL practice test site as you attempt to obtain your CDL in Washington. Our practice questions are designed to be similar to questions you would encounter on the CDL Knowledge Test. You can take these practice test questions as many times as you like, and the site is free to use as you prepare to take the CDL test in Washington. 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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If your engine runs a pump used during delivery of compressed gas, should you turn off the engine before or after unhooking hoses after delivery?

2 / 40

What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving?

3 / 40

Which of the following are some suspension system defects?

4 / 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.

5 / 40

At around____the governor allows the air compressor to start pumping again:

6 / 40

At what "cut out" level does the governor stop pumping air?

7 / 40

This gauge will indicate if the generator or alternator is charging:

8 / 40

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

9 / 40

When approaching railroad tracks, stop your bus:

10 / 40

What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

11 / 40

The shipping papers for hazardous materials can be found:

12 / 40

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

13 / 40

The crack-the-whip effect is more likely to cause the front trailer to tip over.

14 / 40

Why is the proper adjustment and use of all mirrors so vital to the safe operation of the school bus?

15 / 40

In the slide mechanism of the sliding fifth wheel, this object should have no missing pins or be loose when fully engaged.

16 / 40

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

17 / 40

Which of the following is a key steering component?

18 / 40

The golden rule for school buses when approaching and crossing railroad tracks is:

19 / 40

Check that the parking brake will hold by____when the parking brake is engaged and the trailer brakes released if not a combination vehicle.

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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?

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Where are shut-off valves located?

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With Division 1.2 or 1.3 Explosive B, how close to the travelled part of the roadway can you park?

23 / 40

Buses may carry small-arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs. However, buses must never carry:

24 / 40

Select the accurate statement in regards to rolling up the landing gear to complete the coupling process.

25 / 40

To find out if a shipment includes a hazardous material, you should:

26 / 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?

27 / 40

The main reason you should pull the dolly out from under a trailer before disconnecting it from the trailer in front is:

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Select the true statement about speed and stopping distance.

29 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

30 / 40

Is it important to look into the back of the fifth wheel to see if the lockpin is locked in?

31 / 40

To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

32 / 40

Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

33 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to brake drums or discs:

34 / 40

Bus drivers must have a CDL if they drive a vehicle:

35 / 40

Some city transit buses may have a brake-door interlock system, this system:

36 / 40

What should you do if the low air pressure warning comes on for only one system in a truck or bus that has a dual air brake system?

37 / 40

What can side to side surge cause?

38 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to a converter dolly:

39 / 40

What does the service brake system do?

40 / 40

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

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How To Get A washington Commercial Drivers License

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

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

Washington State CDL DOL applicants must be deemed to be 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-approved physician.
  • Self-Certification Document

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 Washington. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

Washington 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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washington CDL License Test Tips

All Washington CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the Washington test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The Washington 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 active duty or honorably discharged from the military within the past year.
  • Have at least 2 years of experience operating a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Submit (Form CDL-SK TST WVR) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver.
  • Submit (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
  • Submit (Form 649-F) Medical Examination Report for Commercial Fitness Determination.

Additional Information

Information on the Washington State Department of Licensing

The Washington State Department of Licensing administers CDL license testing and regulations in Washington. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/cdl.html

Phone: 360.902.3900

 

Additional Washington CDL Helpful Links

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