Select Your Free 2024 DC CDL Practice Test to Get Started

Select Your <strong>Free 2024 DC CDL Practice Test</strong> to Get Started
Washington D.C.’s small size doesn’t allow for the typical industries of agriculture or industrial, but the dense population means that commercial truck drivers are always needed to help transport goods into the district. Truckers in DC enjoy competitive salaries and regular routine routes, and often use Routes 29, 1, and 50 to get around the district. However, before you can begin your lucrative driving career, you must first get your CDL by passing a series of written and skills tests. Finding the best approach to preparing for the written CDL test can be difficult, which is why we’ve created a powerful set of free Washington D.C. CDL practice tests. Our practice tests are based on the same official DC CDL manual as the real exam, and use the same multiple choice format, so you’ll not only be familiar with the same material but comfortable with the test structure. When using our practice tests, take advantage of our instant feedback in the form of detailed explanations, allowing you to quickly learn from your mistakes and know when you’ve mastered a topic. Take the first step toward a rewarding career. Start practising now!

General Knowledge (150 questions)

  • Questions 1-50
    General Knowledge Test 1
    Start your journey here. Covers the essentials of safely operating a commercial vehicle in District of Columbia. Unlimited attempts. Detailed explanations.
  • Questions 51-100
    General Knowledge Test 2

    Expect questions on vehicle checks, proper braking technique, fire prevention, visibility, space around your vehicle, stopping distance, and matching speed.

  • Questions 101-150
    General Knowledge Test 3
    Explore essential concepts including vehicle inspection, alcohol and driving, transporting cargo safely, inspecting cargo, air brakes, and important definitions.
  • 50 random questions
    General Knowledge Test Simulator

    Designed to replicate the actual CDL test experience. 50 multiple choice questions chosen at random from our database. Each new attempt generates a new set of questions.

HazMat (30 questions)

  • Questions 1-30
    DC CDL HazMat Test 1
    The path towards a HazMat Endorsement starts here. Questions cover loading requirements, regulated products, document storage, tire inspection, and item descriptions.

Passenger Vehicles (20 questions)

  • Questions 1-20
    DC Passenger Vehicles Test 1
    Test your knowledge of key concepts including proper procedures at railroad crossings, effective use of mirrors, matching speed with traffic, and stopping distances.

School Bus (20 questions)

  • Questions 1-20
    DC CDL School Bus Test 1
    Master the key aspects of operating a school bus. This practice test covers crucial topics like approaching stops, matching speed, and transporting passengers safely.

Air Brakes (25 questions)

  • Questions 1-25
    DC CDL Air Brakes Test 1
    Begin testing your knowledge of air brakes here. Covers tractor valves, pressure gauges, spring brakes, dual air brakes, brake fading/failure, air storeage tanks and more.

Combination Vehicles (24 questions)

  • Questions 1-24
    DC Combination Vehicles Test 1
    Boost your understanding of coupling tractor semi trailers, trailer hand valves, rollover risks, and trailer air lines with this powerful practice test.

Double/Triple Trailers (20 questions)

  • Questions 1-20
    DC Double/Triple Trailers Test 1
    Covers crucial topics including mastering proper steering techniques, coupling and decoupling trailers, navigating curves, managing space, and handling skids.

Tanker Vehicles (30 questions)

  • Questions 1-30
    DC CDL Tanker Vehicles Test 1
    The path towards a Tanker Vehicles Endorsement starts here. Covers identifying tanker vehicles, outage, high center of gravity, bulkheads, and baffled/unbaffled tanks.

Pre-Trip Inspection (9 questions)

  • Questions 1-9
    DC CDL Pre Trip Inspection Test 1
    Covers overall vehicle safety, documentation checks, vehicle components, the brake system, and operational elements such as lights, signals, and controls.