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Montana Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
What action is NOT recommended when encountering severe weather conditions while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Pulling over if conditions worsen
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B
Slowing down
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C
Speeding up to get out of the weather
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D
Increasing following distance
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QUESTION 2 / 25
What should you check if your engine is overheating?
Choose one answer below.
A
If you can touch the radiator cap with your bare hand, it is probably cool enough to open
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B
Always open the radiator cap immediately
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C
Leave the engine running to cool it down
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D
Remove the radiator cap without safety precautions
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QUESTION 3 / 25
How can you prevent fatigue while driving long distances?
Choose one answer below.
A
Consume high-sugar snacks
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B
Take regular breaks and stay hydrated
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C
Drive straight through without stopping
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D
Listen to loud music
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QUESTION 4 / 25
What should you do if you feel drowsy while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Keep driving until you reach your destination
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B
Pull over to a safe spot and take a nap or switch drivers if possible
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C
Drink coffee and continue driving
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D
Open the windows to get fresh air
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QUESTION 5 / 25
How should you handle a tire blowout?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ease off the accelerator and steer straight to slow down
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B
Immediately brake hard and turn sharply
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C
Accelerate quickly to regain control
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D
Shift into neutral and coast to a stop
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QUESTION 6 / 25
What happens if you fail a CDL skills test in Montana?
Choose one answer below.
A
You can retake it the same day
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B
You must wait at least one week to retake
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C
You must take additional training
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D
You will be banned from retaking it
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QUESTION 7 / 25
How often must commercial vehicles undergo a safety inspection?
Choose one answer below.
A
Once a month
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B
Once every six months
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C
Once a year
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D
Only when they are repaired
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What should you do to correct a drive-wheel braking skid?
Choose one answer below.
A
Release the brake and steer/counter-steer
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B
Apply more brake pressure
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C
Steer into the skid
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D
Accelerate to regain control
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QUESTION 9 / 25
If traveling at 55 mph in a 30-foot vehicle, how many seconds should you leave for following distance?
Choose one answer below.
A
2 seconds
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B
3 seconds
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C
4 seconds
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D
5 seconds
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QUESTION 10 / 25
What is the best way to warn drivers behind you that you are slowing down?
Choose one answer below.
A
Use your hazard lights
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B
Signal with your hand
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C
Tap your brakes
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D
Slowly drift to the right lane
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QUESTION 11 / 25
How can a driver ensure compliance with federal regulations?
Choose one answer below.
A
By using personal judgment during operations
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B
By regularly reviewing and adhering to FMCSA regulations and guidelines
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C
By taking only refresher courses periodically
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D
By following local traffic laws only
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QUESTION 12 / 25
How can a driver confirm the safety of their vehicle before beginning a trip?
Choose one answer below.
A
By performing a pre-trip inspection
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B
By checking their GPS
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C
By calculating fuel levels
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D
By consulting a mechanic
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QUESTION 13 / 25
How much space should you maintain in front of you at highway speeds with a 60-foot vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Three seconds
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B
Five seconds
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C
Seven seconds
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D
Ten seconds
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What is the proper procedure for making a wide turn safely?
Choose one answer below.
A
Signal early, slow down, and ensure the area is clear before making the turn
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B
Turn sharply and accelerate quickly
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C
Only signal when in the middle of the turn
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D
Make a U-turn instead of a wide turn
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What should you do when entering a highway?
Choose one answer below.
A
Accelerate to match the speed of traffic and merge safely
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B
Slow down to look for gaps in traffic
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C
Stop before merging
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D
Shift into neutral before entering
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What is the procedure for passing another vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Check mirrors, signal, ensure the lane is clear, then pass smoothly
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B
Always pass on the right
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C
Signal, then immediately pass
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D
Only pass when there is no traffic
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QUESTION 17 / 25
What should you do if you encounter a hazard while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ignore it and continue driving
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B
Slow down and navigate carefully
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C
Speed up to get past it quickly
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D
Change lanes without signaling
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QUESTION 18 / 25
How should a driver properly secure a load on a flatbed truck?
Choose one answer below.
A
By using ropes only
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B
By ensuring the load is evenly distributed and using tie-downs
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C
By stacking cargo high
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D
By not securing at all
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QUESTION 19 / 25
What should you do when approaching a railroad crossing?
Choose one answer below.
A
Speed up to cross quickly
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B
Continue without stopping
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C
Look, listen, and prepare to stop if there is a train
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D
Signal the vehicle behind you to pass
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QUESTION 20 / 25
What should you do when the roads are wet, icy, or snow-covered?
Choose one answer below.
A
Increase speed
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B
Engage the retarder
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C
Turn the retarder off
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D
Use cruise control
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QUESTION 21 / 25
When should you replace tires on a commercial vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
When tread depth is greater than 4/32 in
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B
When tread separates or broken valve stems are found
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C
Only when visibly worn
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D
Every 10,000 miles regardless of condition
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What can help you manage stress while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Deep breathing exercises and staying focused on the road
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B
Listening to loud music
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C
Using your phone to distract yourself
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D
Eating snacks while driving
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What should you avoid to help stay alert and safe while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Heavy meals
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B
Medication that can cause drowsiness
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C
Long hours without breaks
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D
Driving during the night
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QUESTION 24 / 25
What are the steps to take if you experience brake failure while driving?
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift to a lower gear and turn off the engine
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B
Use emergency brakes and coast to a stop
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C
Shift to a lower gear, use emergency brakes, and steer to a safe area to stop
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D
Tap the brakes repeatedly
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What is the importance of maintaining a safe following distance?
Choose one answer below.
A
It enhances fuel efficiency
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B
It provides ample time to react to sudden stops
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C
It allows for better visibility
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D
It decreases the risk of getting pulled over
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