FREE Colorado CDL Doubles & Triples Practice Test (2024)

1. For safe handling, the heaviest trailer should be:

the last trailer.
the second trailer in a triple.
behind the tractor.
None of the above.

2. Headache racks:

help you keep weights within legal limits.
protect you from being hit by your cargo.
can blind other drivers.
None of the above.

3. On any upgrade, gravity:

speed you up.
slows you down.
doubles your speed.
doesn't affect your speed.

4. To start moving without rolling back, you should:

partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake.
apply the trailer brake hand valve.
put on the parking brake whenever necessary.
All of the above.

5. If your brakes fail on a steep mountain downgrade, you should:

stay on the road and keep looking for the next available escape ramp.
slow down until your vehicle comes to a complete stop.
set the parking brake and park in an open area.
decide what to do as soon as you know your brakes do not work.

6. Which of the following statements is true?

There is no way that short circuits due to damaged insulation can cause a vehicle fire.
Carrying a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher will help prevent fires.
Poor cargo ventilation is a common cause of fire.
Under-inflated tires will NOT cause a vehicle fire.

7. Driving in very hot weather:

can make it difficult to stay in your lane.
should never be done.
can increase tire pressure.
can decrease oil pressure.

8. You must have at least _____ inch tread depth in every major groove on front tires.

3/32
6/32
4/32
2/32

9. You should do an after-trip inspection:

once a month.
after each trip.
at least once a week.
after each stop.

10. Engine oil pressure should come up to normal within _________ after the engine is started.

two minutes
seconds
five minutes
ten minutes

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Frequently Asked Questions

In Colorado, you must be at least 15 years old to apply for a minor instruction permit. Once you reach the age of 16 and have held the permit for 12 months, you become eligible for a minor license. Instead, if you are between 18 and 21 and already possess a permit, you can directly apply for a minor license. Finally, at the age of 21, you can obtain a class R driver's license.

To take the DMV written test in Colorado, you have three options:

You can schedule an appointment online and take the test at any Colorado driver license office.
You can contact an Arizona driving school.
You can take the test at home using the official Colorado knowledge testing platform @HOME. Pre-register and take the test whenever you want. After passing, you'll be required to schedule an appointment to visit a Colorado driver license office and obtain your permit.

You need to bring the following required documents:

Proof of identity/lawful presence.
Two proofs of residence. Examples of acceptable documents include utility bills, credit card statements, or bank statements.
Proof of Social Security Number.

Extra documents for minors:

Certificate of driver education course completion (30 hours if you're between 15 and 15 ½, and either 30 hours or a 4-hour driver awareness program if you're 15 ½ to 16.
Driving Knowledge Test completion form from your driver education school (if applicable).
A parent, guardian, or Colorado driver over 21 must sign the Affidavit of Identity and the Affidavit of Liability and they must come with you to the appointment.

The DMV written test in Colorado is available in both English and Spanish. If you encounter difficulty reading, you can connect speakers to your computer, and the exam will be read aloud in either English or Spanish.

To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Colorado Driver’s Handbook. Pay attention to road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Verify your knowledge with our free practice tests or sign up for Premium, which offers extra resources to get ready for your exam.

The DMV written test consists of 25 questions, covering various aspects of road rules and safe driving practices. You have 60 minutes to complete it. Take your time during the test to make sure you understand the questions well.

You can make up to 5 mistakes on the DMV written test. To pass, you need to answer at least 20 questions correctly, achieving an 80% accuracy rate. Take your time to read each question accurately.

For new drivers under 18 years old, Colorado imposes specific restrictions:

They cannot drive unless accompanied by a licensed adult 21 or older in the front seat.
During the first six months, they cannot transport passengers under 21, except for a parent or adult over 21. After this period, one passenger under age 21 is allowed (except for medical emergencies).
Drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
They cannot use a cell phone while driving, except for emergencies.
During the first year, drivers cannot operate a motor vehicle between midnight and 5 a.m., unless with an instructor, parent, or guardian. Exceptions include school/work travel, emergencies, and emancipated minors.
Driving after drinking alcohol is prohibited (Zero Tolerance law).

In Colorado, an instruction permit remains valid for three years. Now that you have your instruction permit, it's time to start practicing your driving skills before the road test.

If you fail your online DMV written test in Colorado, you can retake it as many times as necessary, but with a maximum of two attempts in a day. After the first attempt, an additional fee is required. If you choose to take the exam at a third-party location, you may be subject to extra fees imposed by that business.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 How old do you have to be to get a driver's license in Colorado?

2 How can you schedule the DMV test?

3 What documents do you need to apply for a driver’s license in Colorado?

4 Is the DMV test only provided in English?

5 How can you prepare for the Colorado DMV test?

6 How many questions are on the DMV test in Colorado?

7 How many questions can you miss on the Colorado DMV test?

8 What are the restrictions for new drivers in Colorado?

9 How long is a Colorado permit valid for?

10 What happens if you fail your DMV test?

CO CDL Doubles Triples Test

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