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Use this site as a resource to practice test questions as you prepare for the West Virginia CDL test. The practice test questions cover such topics as air brakes and hazmat transport. You can take these practice test questions as many times as you like, the site is free to use as you prepare to take the CDL test in West Virginia. 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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What will occur if you cross the connect the air lines?

2 / 40

Select how you would check the truck's slack adjusters.

3 / 40

What is the best way to stop all skids?

4 / 40

How often should you drain your air tanks?

5 / 40

A safe haven is:

6 / 40

Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?

7 / 40

When driving in very hot temperatures, you should:

8 / 40

Select the true statement about empty trucks:

9 / 40

Liquid surge affects the handling of a tanker by:

10 / 40

What do yo need to do before supplying air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

11 / 40

With Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 Class A or B, how close can you park to a bridge, tunnel, or building?

12 / 40

Buses may NOT have recapped or regrooved tires:

13 / 40

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

14 / 40

School buses are one of the safest means of transportation. What two key factors contribute to this impressive safety record?

15 / 40

The 3 parts of the air brake system are: service brakes, parking brakes, and ____.

16 / 40

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

17 / 40

What position should the tractor protection control valve be in after coupling?

18 / 40

____is the most common type of foundation brakes used by heavy vehicles.

19 / 40

How often should you check the cargo you are transporting?

20 / 40

The cause of almost half of all truck driver deaths are:

21 / 40

You should follow the posted speed limits for curves and be aware of:

22 / 40

Placarded vehicles must carry which type of fire extinguisher?

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

How do you check the air flow to the last trailer?

25 / 40

What is a passive railway crossing?

26 / 40

What is the normal operating range for a truck's oil pressure?

27 / 40

Wet brakes can cause _____.

28 / 40

A commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is defined as:

29 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to what the fifth wheel should be checked for.

30 / 40

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

31 / 40

Which of the following factors is NOT used to determine your safe speed when going down a long steep downgrade?

32 / 40

The safety valve is usually set to open at:

33 / 40

How do you check the power steering fluid?

34 / 40

What will happen right away should the service air line come apart but the emergency line is intact while driving a combination vehicle?

35 / 40

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

36 / 40

If you are stopped on an incline, how can you start moving without rolling back?

37 / 40

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

38 / 40

If hazardous material is spilling from your vehicle, do not move your vehicle:

39 / 40

A battery box check is important. The battery must be secure, connection must be tight, and cell caps must be present. In addition these items should be checked:

40 / 40

When inspecting the ______you are making sure that the lines and hoses are not chafed, cut, pinched, or dragged against tractor parts.

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How To Get A west virginia Commercial Drivers License

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

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

West Virginia 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 DMV-CDL-3) WV Commercial Driver Licensee Medical Self-Certification Affidavit
  • (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate

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 West Virginia. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

West Virginia 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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west virginia CDL License Test Tips

All West Virginia CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. To pass the West Virginia test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The West Virginia 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:

  • Possess a valid West Virginia driver’s license.
  • Operate a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Have been honorably discharged from the military within the past 6 months.
  • Submit (Form CDL-ST-WVR) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver.
  • Submit a valid copy of discharge papers or current military identification.

Additional Information

Information on the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles

The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles administers CDL regulations in West Virginia. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/Motor-Carriers/CDL/Pages/default.aspx

Phone: 800.642.9066

 

Additional West Virginia CDL Helpful Links

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