Wisconsin
CDL Practice Test

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Use these sample tests as you prepare to gain a CDL in Wisconsin. This site is free to use and you can take these practice tests as many times as you would like. The questions on these tests cover topics and regulations pertaining to the various class levels of CDL licenses in Wisconsin. 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 Quiz" button below to begin.  Good luck!

1 / 40

What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

2 / 40

Some school busses are marked with the LNG placard. What does LNG stand for?

3 / 40

This object should not be damaged, bent, or rusted through and be evenly centered with the tires and dual wheels evenly separated.

4 / 40

Why should you test the tractor protection valve?

5 / 40

Which of the following is NOT something you need to know in order to determine if you need to use placards?

6 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to what is required of a driver with a double or triple trailers:

7 / 40

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

8 / 40

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

9 / 40

You must keep shipping papers describing hazardous materials ______.

10 / 40

When approaching railroad tracks, stop your bus:

11 / 40

A driver of a tanker should use an escape ramp when _____.

12 / 40

Before backing under the trailer after connecting the air lines you should:

13 / 40

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

14 / 40

Select the statement that tells you how you can check the low pressure warning signal.

15 / 40

Which of these statements about speed management and braking is true?

16 / 40

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

17 / 40

Select the true statement about baffled tankers:

18 / 40

When should the trailer hand valve be used?

19 / 40

Select the true statement about retest markings:

20 / 40

What does the amount of liquid allowed in the tank depend on?

21 / 40

A minimum tread depth of 2/32 inch is required for:

22 / 40

The air leakage rate for combination vehicles should not be more than _ psi a minute.

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to an application pressure gauge:

25 / 40

When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that:

26 / 40

Which seats must have a seat belt:

27 / 40

The gauge that indicates normal or increasing lubrication pressure to prevent engine seizure, failure or breakdown is:

28 / 40

Cylinders containing compressed gases may only be loaded onto a vehicle without a flat floor or platform if the cylinders are:

29 / 40

How should you know when to shift?

30 / 40

Why are you required to take an exam about air brakes?

31 / 40

While completing the 3rd component of the air brake check of a combination vehicle, at what psi should the tracor protection valve and parking brake valve should pop out?

32 / 40

Tires should should be replaced:

33 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

34 / 40

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

35 / 40

Secure baggage and freight in ways that avoid damage and:

36 / 40

Tires should should be replaced:

37 / 40

Select why you should not use the trailer hand valve while driving:

38 / 40

What should you do if you start a trailer skid?

39 / 40

Which trailer should be the first one after the tractor?

40 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

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How To Get A Wisconsin Commercial Drivers License

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

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

Wisconsin CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are physically fit to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test.

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

  • (Form MV3230) Commercial Driver: Tier of Operation
  • (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 Wisconsin. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

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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Wisconsin CDL License Test Tips

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

Skills Test
The Wisconsin 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 CDL Waivers
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:

  • Reside in Wisconsin.
  • Be currently active in the military.
  • Have operated a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Have been honorably discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
  • Submit (Form MV3588) Military Service CDL Skills Test Waiver Application. (A portion of this document must be completed by the commanding or training officer.

Additional Information

Information on the Wisconsin Department of Transportation

The State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation is the authority for CDL regulations in Wisconsin. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/com-drv-vehs/cdl-how-aply/cdl-how-to-apply.aspx

Phone: 608.264.7447

 

Additional Wisconsin CDL Helpful Links

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