FREE Idaho CDL Practice Test 2024 - DMV Practice Test Page 3 of 7
Idaho is known for its diverse livestock and fresh vegetables, making commercial drivers like you an important component of the state's success. You'll prepare today with 50 multiple-choice questions based on the Idaho Commercial Driver's License Manual, covering everything from shifting to dealing with black ice on the road, in order to pass the state's written CDL exam. Pay special attention to the explanations that accompany each question; these explanations will help you better comprehend the handbook and obtain right answers on your CDL written exam.
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15 . Before a trip, you should make sure that:
When checking your vehicle's pedals during a pre-trip inspection, you should ensure that there is nothing under or around the pedals that will obstruct their use. Make sure the pedals are in proper working condition and that the surfaces of the pedals are grooved, if applicable.
16 . Exhaust system parts should be:
When inspecting an exhaust system, you should verify that parts of the system are not loose, broken, or missing. The system's parts must be properly mounted and should not be rubbing against moving parts of the vehicle.
17 . During a pre-trip inspection, belts should be:
Left alone and not inspected.
When inspecting your vehicle, you should check all belts for tightness and excessive wear. You should learn how much "give" is appropriate for each belt.
18 . Regulations regarding commercial vehicle weight and load securement may vary from state to state. Regarding these regulations:
Federal, state, and local regulations governing commercial vehicle loads vary from place to place. Be sure that you are always aware of the laws for the state in which you are driving.
19 . Emergency equipment in a vehicle is:
During a pre-trip inspection, you should check for emergency equipment, including spare electrical fuses; three red reflective triangles, six fuses, or three liquid burning flares; and at least one properly charged and rated fire extinguisher.
20 . To ensure normal stopping power, drivers of vehicles equipped with a front brake limiting valve should:
Some older vehicles have front brake limiting valves with "normal" and "slippery" settings. Setting a brake limiting valve to "slippery" reduces the vehicle's stopping power, so a driver should make sure the valve is in its "normal" position. Front wheel braking has proven to be effective in all driving conditions.
21 . Friction in an S-cam brake is caused when the brake shoes and linings:
Friction inside a brake drum is caused when the brake shoes and linings push against the inside of the drum. The friction in the drums will slow and stop the vehicle.
2024 Idaho | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class A license in Idaho is defined as a commercial driver's license that allows the holder to operate any combination of vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the towed vehicle is heavier than 10,000 pounds. It typically covers vehicles like tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations.
A Class A CDL license in Idaho allows the holder to operate vehicles such as tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, tank vehicles, livestock carriers, and flatbeds. The license covers any combination of vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more if the towed vehicle exceeds 10,000 pounds.
To obtain a Class A CDL license in Idaho, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Idaho non-commercial license, pass a vision test, and successfully complete knowledge and skills tests. You also need to provide proof of age, identity, residency, and social security number. Medical requirements must be met too.
In Idaho, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class A CDL license for intrastate driving (within Idaho). However, you must be at least 21 years old to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines, carry hazardous materials, or transport interstate freight within the state.
While specific endorsements are not required for a Class A CDL license, they can provide additional permissions. Endorsements include H for hazardous materials, N for tank vehicles, P for passenger vehicles, S for school buses, T for double/triple trailers. Each endorsement requires passing additional knowledge and skills tests.
The Class A CDL skills test in Idaho encompasses three main parts: a pre-trip inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving test. The pre-trip inspection assesses your ability to inspect your vehicle before driving. The basic control test evaluates your ability to maneuver and control the vehicle. The on-road test examines your on-road driving skills.
Yes, there are limitations. Class A CDL license holders in Idaho are not allowed to operate a vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,001 pounds, or tow a vehicle heavier than 10,000 pounds unless they have the appropriate endorsements. They also cannot transport hazardous materials without an H endorsement or operate a passenger vehicle without a P endorsement.
In Idaho, the written Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) test is typically administered in English. However, some locations may offer the test in Spanish. It is important to note that all CDL holders must be able to read and speak English well enough to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class A CDL written test in Idaho if you have a disability. The Idaho Transportation Department complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. However, you must still meet the essential eligibility requirements for obtaining a CDL.
If you fail the Class A CDL written test in Idaho, you'll be allowed to retake the test. However, you have to wait at least three days before you can retake it. If you fail three times, you must wait 30 days before retesting. There's no limit to the number of times you can retake the test, but each attempt requires a new fee.