- Updated for October 2024
- Based on 2024 ND commercial driver's license manual
Free North Dakota CDL General Knowledge Test 2024 | ND
North Dakota is a land of opportunity for jobs in the transportation field, so you are taking the next step toward a rewarding career by getting your CDL. Today, you will get one step closer to passing your CDL written exam by completing a practice test that closely simulates the types of questions you will find on the real CDL test. Your knowledge in areas such as driving techniques, emergency preparedness, road rules, handling special conditions, and more will be test by these 50 multiple-choice questions. All of the information you need to receive a perfect score can be found in the North Dakota Commercial Drivers License Guide. Come back and practice as often as you need to, and good luck on your CDL exam!
- Perfect for first-time and renewal CDL/CLP applicants, and those adding endorsements
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- In North Dakota, the maximum height of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is
- Letting the air out of hot tires
- What can you do at an accident scene to help avoid another accident?
- On which of the following types of fires should you NOT use a B:C fire extinguisher?
- Always try to back toward the driver's side because
- The most important hand signal that you and a helper should agree on is
- In which of the following two situations should you downshift?
- What is a common cause of tire fires?
- On wet roads, you should reduce your speed by
- When you start to drive down a steep downgrade, which of the following should influence your choice of speed?
- How can you start moving without rolling backward?
- To transport cargo safely, which of the following are you NOT responsible for?
- How often must you stop to check your cargo while on the road?
- Which of the following is a key steering component?
- Which of these is NOT part of the basic method for shifting up?
- Starting the engine and inspecting the cab involves each of the following tasks EXCEPT
- During your pre-trip test, when examining hoses with the instructor, you need to look for
- How many tiedowns are required for a 20-foot load?
- What is the best way to figure out how many seconds of following distance you have?
- Before transporting a sealed load, you must check
- Which is NOT one of the four basic skills that operating a commercial motor vehicle requires?
- For how long will you lose your CDL driving privileges if you are convicted of a second DUI offense in either a CMV or your private vehicle?
- If you are traveling at 55 mph in a 30-foot vehicle, you should leave how many seconds of following distance?
- While driving at night, which lights should you use as often as you can?
- Which of the following should you NOT do if you experience a tire failure?
- If the engine is not overheated, is it completely safe to remove the radiator cap?
- You should inspect wheel bearing seals for
- What might happen if you swing wide to the left before you turn right?
- It has just reached freezing. Which of the following areas may be slippery?
- Which of the following is NOT something you should check during a trip?
- Hazardous materials placards are
- Do empty trucks have the best braking?
- Which of the following statements about retarders are correct?
- Where should you place your warning devices if you must stop on a one-way road or divided highway?
- You don't want to be a distracted driver, so you
- Total stopping distance equals
- Why is it important to use a helper when backing?
- If you are confronted by an aggressive driver, what should you do?
- What will help a drunk sober up?
- Why should you cover your cargo?
- How long does it take a typical tractor-trailer to clear a double railroad track?
- How many hours of sleep per night does the average adult need to maintain alertness?
- To help you stay alert and safe while driving, you should
- What is the gross vehicle weight (GVW)?
- An antilock braking system (ABS) will
- What is the definition of a hazard?
- The minimum tire tread depth for front tires is
- You should put the starter switch key into your pocket while you perform the pre-trip inspection because
- If you double your speed, how much more distance will it take to brake to a stop?
- How can you determine if your vehicle is equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS)?
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