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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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Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

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When should you not use the parking brakes?

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

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

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When would you lock some emergency roof hatches in a partly open position?

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Make sure that____when the front trailer supports are up and the trailer is resting on the tractor.

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You should____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop due to a crash.

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To test the security of the tractor semi trailer connection you should:

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

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When fueling a placarded vehicle, someone must always be:

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On a bus, you may sometimes haul small-arms ammunition, emergency shipments of drugs, or hospital supplies. The total weight of all such hazardous materials must not be greater than:

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You are required to have a tank endorsement when transporting:

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With the controlled braking method, you _____?

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

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You should_____when the low pressure warning is activated:

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When this item is missing or loose, movement may occur between the fifth wheel assembly and the frame.

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For what reason do you keep the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection?

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

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Overhead inside mirror is used to:

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Select the factor that has no effect on how much liquid you can carry:

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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.

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It is very important that you never smoke around which hazard classes?

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Select the true statement about what the Air Compressor Governor controls:

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How often should you check the tires if your placarded trailer has dual tires?

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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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When stopped on a divided highway where should your reflectors be placed?

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For emergency braking when driving a double trailer and having to use your brakes to avoid a collision is to:

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Where are shut off valves located on trailers that are doubles or triples?

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How do you hook a combination to a second trailer without spring brakes and without using wheel chocks?

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Select when you should use the hand valve to park a combination vehicle.

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You must be alert for road hazards so that:

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

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Which hazard classes must you NEVER smoke, or perform any activity involving fire, within 25 feet of?

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Select which vehicles are required to have a low air pressure warning signal:

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Within 3 minutes, this gauge pressure should build to 90 psi from 50 psi.

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

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In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

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Where is compressed air stored?

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You should check your tires every ____ or every ____ when driving in very hot weather.

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

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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.