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IA CDL Air Brakes “Endorsement” Practice Test 2 2025

  • Perfect for first-time and renewal CDL/CLP applicants, and those adding endorsements
  • Based on 2025 IA commercial driver's license manual
  • Triple-checked for accuracy
  • Updated for August 2025

You can gain access to numerous driving opportunities by removing the air brakes restriction “L” from your Iowa Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). From Sioux City to Davenport, commercial truck lines and public transportation providers need drivers qualified to operate air-brake-equipped vehicles. Most semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and full-size buses are equipped with these systems. Air brakes are necessary to allow drivers to regulate their speed while transporting large amounts of weight. This ability is critical for navigating your way around sharp turns and coming to a complete stop in heavily congested traffic. The presence of the “L” restriction on your CDL limits your employment options, but you have the option of removing it to pursue greater driving opportunities. However, you should make sure to receive comprehensive training, allowing you to exhibit extensive knowledge of air brake systems.

Our Iowa DOT CDL air brake “endorsement” practice test offers you a groundbreaking study method to learn the essential operations of these systems. Removing the “L” restriction requires you to pass an official knowledge test and a skills test (including performing an inspection of the air brakes). You must correctly answer at least 80% of the 25 questions on the official knowledge test to receive a passing score. The practice test includes 30 questions that will assess your current proficiency and identify the information you should better understand. You can use the practice test to develop a study plan, track your progress, and determine your readiness for the official knowledge test.

This Iowa DOT CDL air brake “endorsement” practice test uses reliable information to help you overcome your learning obstacles. The practice test is based on the most recent Iowa DOT CDL manual (Iowa CDL Handbook 2025) and is up to date as of August 2025. As an authoritative source, the CDL manual provides the information you can depend on to support your answers. If you submit an incorrect answer, the practice test provides a thorough explanation of the correct one with information taken directly from the CDL manual. This approach is a marked departure from the tactics of traditional study methods. Traditional study methods are more one-dimensional and commonly use memorization exercises to teach you. This approach limits you to learning surface knowledge and being minimally prepared to exhibit your skills. In comparison, the practice test interacts with you and guides you in developing a clear understanding of the information you must know. You benefit by having instant access to the information you need to correct your misconceptions, learning how it applies to various driving scenarios, and likely passing the official knowledge test on your first attempt.

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  • Perfect for first-time and renewal CDL/CLP applicants, and those adding endorsements
  • Triple-checked for accuracy

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7 min to complete
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25

questions

20

correct answers to pass

80%

passing score

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