Maryland CDL Practice Test 2026

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Sample questions

1. Which of the following is acceptable if found during a pre-trip inspection?

   • Tires of mismatched sizes
   • Tread of 3/32 of an inch in the grooves of the front tires
   • Tires manufactured by different makers ✓

   Vehicle Equipment & Safe Operation · Answer: C · Official handbook: mva.maryland.gov

2. If you must drive in reverse, it is helpful to:

   • Drive as fast as possible and get it over with.
   • First exit the truck and walk the path to look for obstacles. ✓
   • Use only the passenger side mirror.
   • Stick your head out the window and look backward.

   General Driving Knowledge · Answer: B · Official handbook: Texas Commercial Driver License Handbook (DL-7C), Section 2 – Driving Safely, p. 36

3. When approaching a school bus stop, the bus driver should:

   • Not use their mirrors.
   • Approach the stop with caution. ✓
   • Stop on the sidewalk.

   Sharing the Road · Answer: B · Official handbook: Texas Commercial Driver License Handbook (DL-7C), Section 10 – School Buses, p. 137

4. If you must drive during periods of high winds, you should:

   • Loosen your grip on the steering wheel.
   • Increase your speed.
   • Reduce your speed. ✓

   Bad Weather & Night Driving · Answer: C · Official handbook: Texas Commercial Driver License Handbook (DL-7C), Section 2 – Driving Safely, p. 41

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