CDL PASSENGER PRACTICE TEST ALASKA

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The passenger endorsement applies to drivers who want to drive a bus in any Class A, B, or C CDL. Applicants must pass a special knowledge test, and must pass skills tests in a passenger vehicle. The Alaska CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The AK passenger test covers the following sections of the Alaska CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this AK practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
1. When driving in fog, drivers should:
use the windshield wipers.
use low beams.
use high beams.
2. When backing, you should back and turn toward the driver's side:
so you can back in a straight line.
so you can see the shoulder of the road.
so you can see better.
3. Buses must never carry:
radioactive materials in the space occupied by people.
emergency hospital supplies.
oxygen medically prescribed for, in the possession of a passenger, and in a container designed for personal use.
4. When changing lanes, you should check your mirrors:
After you complete the lane change.
Before you change lanes.
All of the above.
5. Antifreeze:
helps the engine under hot conditions as well as cold conditions.
helps the engine only when the temperature is below freezing.
helps the engine only under hot conditions.
6. To prevent fatigue during long trips you should:
take a cold shower.
rely on caffeine.
take frequent breaks.
7. When conducting a pre-trip inspection:
the inspection report should only be reviewed if you will be carrying passengers.
the vehicle inspection report should not be reviewed unless your supervisor tells you to do so.
you should review the last vehicle inspection report.
8. If your ABS fails:
you will still have normal brake functions.
your tires might grab unexpectedly and you could lose control.
the first step is to get the vehicle off the road and stop.
9. When you double your speed, the braking distance is:
4 times longer.
3 times longer.
the same.
10. When approaching a vehicle with a distracted driver, you should:
quickly pass the vehicle.
change lanes quickly.
maintain your safe following distance.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

When you reach the age of 14 in Alaska, you become eligible to obtain an instruction permit. If you are 16 or 17 years old and have held your learner's permit for six months with a good driving record, you can apply for a provisional driver's license. If you're 18 years or older, you can directly apply for your class D driver's license without provisional restrictions and without the need for parental consent. 
You can schedule and take the DMV written test at various locations such as schools, police departments, and government offices. After you pass the test, you are still required to visit an Alaska DMV office to complete the testing process. Alternatively, you can take the exam online at Knowto Drive, the official Alaska knowledge test platform. If you are under 18, you must be supervised by an adult who is at least 18 years of age, possessing a valid driver's license or ID from a U.S. State.
Ensure you bring these documents:

  • The Application (Form D1) and the Parental Consent Form (Form 433).
  • A primary document (proof of legal name, date of birth, and citizenship).
  • Proof of residential address (such as a utility bill, bank statement or mortgage documents).
  • Social Security Number (if you don't have it, you must provide documentation from the Social Security Administration to confirm).

Check the list of acceptable documents on the Alaska DMV website.

During the exam, if you understand English but have difficulty reading, you can bring someone to assist with reading the questions. It's important to note that, even with reading assistance, you must independently answer the questions to successfully complete the DMV written test. The online version of the permit test is also available in Spanish or with audio support.

To pass the DMV written test, study the Alaska Driver's Manual. Pay attention to road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Practice with our free tests or choose DMV Premium for additional resources!

The DMV written test has 20 questions, and you have 25 minutes to answer them. The questions cover different topics about driving, and the goal is to make sure you understand the rules of the road.

You must answer at least 16 questions correctly, and you can miss up to 4 questions to pass the test. The minimum score required to succeed in the exam is 80%. Take your time during the test to make sure you understand the questions well.

For at least six months after obtaining the provisional license, there are specific restrictions for new drivers in Alaska:
  • You are not allowed to carry passengers unless one of them is a parent, legal guardian, or a person aged at least 21. However, you are permitted to carry siblings without a parent in the vehicle.
  • Driving is not permitted between 1:00 am and 5:00 am unless accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or a person at least 21 years old who holds a license for the class of vehicle in use. An exception is made for employment reasons. 

After six months of driving without convictions and maintaining a clean record regarding alcohol or drug use, you may qualify to have the provisional restrictions removed. Alternatively, once you reach 18 years of age, these limitations no longer apply.

These restrictions do not apply if you have an "off-system" license restricted to areas not linked to the land highway system or not connected to a highway with an average daily traffic volume of 499 or greater.


In Alaska, an instruction permit is valid for two years, with the option to renew it once. This ensures you have enough time to practice driving and fulfill the necessary requirements before the road test.

If you do not pass your DMV written test in Alaska, you can retake it the following day. You have five attempts available in one year. It is advisable to dedicate time to preparing adequately for the test to enhance your chances of success. Study the manual and sign up for DMV Premium to unlock exclusive PDF Cheat Sheets with the Top 100 Questions!

AK CDL Passenger Test

Number of questions: 20
Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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