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CDL General Knowledge Practice Test 2026

Free practice for the commercial driver’s license general knowledge test, with every answer explained.

50questions on the real test
40correct answers to pass
80%passing score
615questions in the app

Based on the CDL manual. Requirements can change, so confirm with your state’s licensing agency before your test.

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Sample questions

A few CDL questions to try

Think of your answer first, then open the explanation.

Why should you look far ahead when pulling doubles or triples?

  1. ASo you can use the trailer hand valve early
  2. BSo you can pass other vehicles more often
  3. CSo you can slow down or change lanes gradually
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C. So you can slow down or change lanes gradually

Doubles and triples must be driven very smoothly to avoid rollover or jackknife, so look far ahead to slow or change lanes gradually.

As you approach the vehicle to inspect it, what should you look for?

  1. AWhether the paint and chrome are clean and shiny
  2. BWhether the radio and air conditioning work
  3. CFresh leaks underneath and any leaning
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C. Fresh leaks underneath and any leaning

Notice the general condition, look for damage or leaning, and look under the vehicle for fresh oil, coolant, grease, or fuel leaks.

When may you drive a bus with an emergency exit door or window open?

  1. AOnly when the bus is empty
  2. BOnly on hot days
  3. CNever
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C. Never

Never drive with an open emergency exit door or window.

What’s covered

Topics on the CDL test

Counts are from the full CDL question bank in the app.

CDL General Knowledge160 questions
CDL Air Brakes90 questions
CDL Hazardous Materials78 questions
CDL Combination Vehicles64 questions
CDL Doubles & Triples46 questions
CDL Pre-Trip Inspection46 questions
CDL Passenger Vehicles45 questions
CDL Tank Vehicles45 questions
CDL School Bus41 questions
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Questions

CDL test FAQ

How many questions are on the CDL general knowledge test?

The general knowledge test has 50 questions and you need 40 correct (80%) to pass. Endorsement tests such as air brakes, hazmat and combination vehicles are separate tests.

Are these the official CDL test questions?

No. They are practice questions written from the CDL manual and cover the same topics. Your state’s licensing agency writes and gives the real test.

Where can I practice the endorsements?

The USA DMV Test Prep app covers air brakes, combination vehicles, hazmat, tank vehicles, doubles and triples, passenger, school bus and pre-trip inspection.

Not a government website. USA DMV (usadmv.app) is an independent study resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by any state DMV, the Texas Department of Public Safety or any other government agency. Practice questions are written to reflect official driver handbooks but are not the official test questions. Always confirm current requirements with your state’s licensing agency.

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