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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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This object should be free of shiny treads, rust, free of cracks and distortions.

2 / 40

What are shippers trying to accomplish when they package the material?

3 / 40

Secure baggage and freight in ways that avoid damage and:

4 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

5 / 40

You are inspecting the_____when looking for broken welds, cracks, holes, or other damage to the longitudinal frame member, cross members, box, and floor.

6 / 40

You may use DANGEROUS placards instead of separate placards for each Table 2 hazard class when:

7 / 40

When backing, what is the best method to use to avoid blind spots?

8 / 40

You should decrease to a safe speed before entering a curve and then_____through it.

9 / 40

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

10 / 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.

11 / 40

You are driving a 60 foot truck at 55 MPH, how much space (in seconds) should you keep in front of you?

12 / 40

Before pulling away, make sure the landing gear of the trailer is:

13 / 40

When a substance in the materials table is written in italics it means :

14 / 40

How often should air tanks be drained?

15 / 40

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

16 / 40

Select the true statement about seeing ahead.

17 / 40

How should the pintle hook be when backing a dolly under the second trailer?

18 / 40

Which of the following statements about loading and unloading cargo tanks is false?

19 / 40

Students exit the bus and walk:

20 / 40

Suspension systems:

21 / 40

What is most likely to occur when the front wheels begin to skid?

22 / 40

You should_____when the low pressure warning is activated:

23 / 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:

24 / 40

Which of the following must drivers have in their possession while transporting class A or B explosives?

25 / 40

Select the best description of a baffle tank:

26 / 40

Which of the following types of emergency equipment must you have on your bus?

27 / 40

This object is not checked at the rear of the trailer.

28 / 40

Under which two special conditions should you downshift?

29 / 40

Always try to back toward the driver's side because

30 / 40

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

31 / 40

Select the true statement about dual air brake systems:

32 / 40

Select the reason as to why you should not use the trailer hand valve while driving.

33 / 40

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

34 / 40

The emergency air line is used to:

35 / 40

When inspecting the_____you pump the pedals 3 times and then hold it down for 5 seconds feeling for no movement to occur.

36 / 40

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:

37 / 40

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

38 / 40

The bolst, brackets, or bushings that attach the air bag and/or spring to the vehicle and axle frame are _____.

39 / 40

How should the shut off valves at the rear of the trailer be when inspecting doubles?

40 / 40

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

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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.