Wyoming
CDL Practice Test

Use this free site to practice for the Wyoming CDL test. You can take these practice test questions as many times as you like. Topics covered in the practice tests include gross weight, hazmat transportation, air brakes and pre-trip inspection Class A rules. 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 handling effect should you expect when your tank has baffles?

The surge will be slower than a tank without baffles.

There is no difference in handling when you have baffles.

There will not be as much front to back surge compared to a tank without baffles.

There will not be as much side to side surge compared to a tank without baffles.

2 / 40

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

Coolant pressure gauge

Voltmeter gauge

Oil pressure gauge

Air pressure gauge

3 / 40

When is it best to wear your seat belt?

Only if required by company policy.

Only if your bus holds more than 27 people.

Only when you will be driving over 35 mph.

Always.

4 / 40

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

Ask the driver.

Open and inspect every package and container.

Check for a fence around the loading dock.

Look at the shipping papers.

5 / 40

Which of the following statements about "Radioactive" labels is true?

Yellow iii indicates the highest level of radioactivity.

Black iii indicates the highest level of radioactivity.

White i indicates the highest level of radioactivity.

Yellow ii indicates the highest level of radioactivity.

6 / 40

If there is no traffic light or attendant, how far from the draw of a drawbridge must you stop?

5 feet

30 feet

100 feet

50 feet

7 / 40

What is a technical name?

The name for a hazardous material most commonly used on the street.

The medical term for hazardous materials used by medical personnel.

The name for a hazardous material most commonly used in the trucking community, accepted as standard.

The name for a hazardous material used in scientific journals and texts, recognized as its chemical and microbiological name.

8 / 40

When transporting both hazardous and non hazardous materials, your bills must:

Have the hazardous materials highlighted.

Any one of the above.

Identify the materials by the letter x or rq in the hm column.

Describe the hazardous materials first.

9 / 40

The air leakage rate for a combination vehicle should not exceed ____psi a minute.

10 / 40

Which of the following is the proper definition of a cargo tank?

None of these answers are correct.

A bulk container not permanently attached to a vehicle.

A bulk container which can be securely affixed to a vehicle.

A bulk container permanently attached to a vehicle.

11 / 40

Select the part that is not a part of the drum brake:

axle

brake drum

safety valve

slack adjuster

12 / 40

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

Kingpin

Locking pins

Rock jaw

Pintle hook

13 / 40

How often should you drain your air tanks?

at the end of each trip

at the beginning of each month

at the end of each week

at the end of each shift

14 / 40

Why should you cover cargo?

because many states require it

all of these answers are correct

to protect individuals from any spilled cargo

to protect your cargo from bad weather

15 / 40

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

there is a possibility it will make the trailer skid

you should only ever use the parking brake

it will cause the tractor to shake

it does not work as well as the foot brake does

16 / 40

Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

If time allows, walk through the bus and close all windows.

If time allows, notify the police.

If time allows, notify the dispatcher about evacuation location, conditions, and type of assistance needed.

If time allows, backup to the stop before evacuating the bus.

17 / 40

The trailer should be lowered so that _____.

it is slightly raised when the tractor is backed under it

the trailer is high above the fifth wheel

you are able to use the landing gear to make adjustments

the tractor comes in contact with the nose of the trailer

18 / 40

You are checking the_______when looking at the dipstick to see if the lubrication is at the safe operating range or above the refill line.

washer fluid level

battery fluid level

coolant level

oil level

19 / 40

Select the true statement about empty trucks:

They have better traction on wet roads than full tanks.

They come to a stop faster when you use only the emergency brake.

All answers listed.

They can take longer to stop than a truck with a full tank.

20 / 40

What type fire extinguisher is required in the power unit of a placarded vehicle?

A ul rating of 15 abc.

A ul rating of 10 b/c or above.

A ul rating of 5 b/c or above.

Any of these are acceptable.

21 / 40

How do you check the power steering fluid?

Via indicator light on the dashboard.

Via the power steering fluid dipstick.

By looking through the reservoir sight glass.

Undo the oil fill cap and check the level.

22 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the braking power of spring brakes.

it depends on the adjustment of the service brakes

braking power can only be tested by licensed mechanics

it will not be affect by the condition of the service brakes

the braking prower increases when the brakes are hot

23 / 40

Select the true statement about emergency steering and tankers:

None of the answers listed.

Have a firm grip on the steering wheel before making quick movements of the steering wheel.

Do not apply the brakes when making quick movements of the steering wheel.

It is easier to counter steer than other vehicles.

24 / 40

In what position should the shut off valves on a the rear of the front trailer be in on a set of double trailers?

in a 1/3 way open position

in a closed position

in an open position

in a halfway open position

25 / 40

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

30 degrees

15 degrees

5 degrees

10 degrees

26 / 40

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

The lighting indicators

The windshield

The headlights

The side mirrors

27 / 40

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

Pull off the road in a safe location, secure the bus, stand up, and tell the students what behavior you expect of them.

Yell loudly for the students to sit down and behave themselves.

Have the unruly students move to the front of the bus.

Keep checking the rear view mirror so you can see what happened and report to the principal.

28 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to managing the space to the sides:

you should always keep your vehicle to the right side of the lane

high wind gusts will not cause any issues for doubles or triples

you should drive down the center of both lanes over the pavement markings

you should try to avoid driving next to others when possible

29 / 40

Wet brakes can cause _____.

all of these answers are correct

pulling to one side or the other

brakes to apply unevenly

lack of braking power

30 / 40

A safe haven is:

A place where it is safe to dump any kind of hazardous materials.

A place to stay once you have reported your company for illegal activity.

The slang term for the last stop at the end of your driving day when carrying hazardous materials.

A place that has been approved to park unattended vehicles carrying explosives.

31 / 40

Select the portion of the combination vehicle that is most likely to turn over suddenly when pulling a double trailer:

the front trailer

all are equally likely

the tractor

the back trailer

32 / 40

Make sure that_____before you back under a trailer.

the air brakes are in an off position

the air supply knob has been pulled out

the air supply knob has been pushed it

the trailer brakes have been locked

33 / 40

The interlock system for the brake and accelerator on a transit coach may be used:

To replace the parking brake.

To replace the rear door emergency buzzer.

All of these answers are correct.

As a safety feature when the exit door is open.

34 / 40

Which of the following is not a prohibited practice on the bus:

Towing a disabled bus with riders aboard when getting off would be a safe option.

Talking with riders while driving.

Refueling in a closed building with riders on board.

Fueling your bus with riders on board if about to run out of fuel.

35 / 40

The object that doesn't get checked at the side of the trailer is the:

Electrical/air connections

The landing gear

The frame

The locking pins/tandem release arm

36 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

when in residential areas

when you are leaving your vehicle for more than an hour

with rare exception, every time you leave your vehicle

each time you leave your vehicle for any amount of time

37 / 40

This object should not move more than an inch by pulled by hand with the brakes released for manual slack adjusters.

The brake pushrod

The bounce absorbers

The brake chambers

The air lines

38 / 40

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

yes

only at the end of the shift

only every 7 days

39 / 40

The front trailer supports should be____before driving away.

raised fully and the crank handle secured in its bracket

raised 1/3 of the way with the crank handle secured in its bracket

3 turns down from the top and the crank handle secured in its bracket

raised 1/2 way with the crank handle secured in its bracket

40 / 40

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate reason to flash your braking lights?

to signal to tailgaters that they are too close to your vehicle

to alert drivers behind you that there are hazards ahead

to warn vehicles approaching you from behind that you are driving slowly

to warn drivers behind you when you need to slow down

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How To Get A Wyoming Commercial Drivers License

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

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

Medical and Physical
Wyoming CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are physically fit to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Applicants must have at least 20/40 vision with both eyes.

Applicants are required to submit the following documents.

(Form FSCDL-705) Wyoming Commercial Driver License Application
(Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate (An FMCSA-approved physician must complete this document.)

Disqualifications and Driving Record
Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in Wyoming. 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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Wyoming CDL License Test Tips

Knowledge Test
All Wyoming CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. To pass the Wyoming 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 Wyoming 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:

Be currently enlisted in the military.
Possess a valid Wyoming driver’s license.
Have operated a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties within the past 12 months.
Have been recently discharged from the military.
Submit (REV 2016) Application for Military Skills Test Waiver.

Additional Information

Information on the Wyoming Department of Transportation

The Wyoming Department of Transportation provides oversight for CDL regulations in Wyoming. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://www.dot.state.wy.us/home/driver_license_records/commercial-license.html

Phone: 307.777.4800 option #4

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