CDL COMBINATION PRACTICE TEST MISSISSIPPI

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Drivers who want to drive combination vehicles must pass the combination vehicles test. The Mississippi CDL combination test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%). The test covers the combination vehicles section of the Mississippi CDL Manual. Take this practice test now to prepare for the actual MS CDL combination test!
1. Before transporting sealed loads, you should check:
that you don't exceed gross weight and axle weight limits.
the special transit permit.
a small sample of whatever is inside.
None of the above.
2. When you turn suddenly while pulling doubles, which trailer is most likely to turn over?
The front trailer is twice as likely to turn over as the tractor.
The rear trailer is twice as likely to turn over as the tractor.
All trailers are equally likely to turn over.
None of the above.
3. It's important to be sure that the fifth-wheel plate is greased as required. Why?
To improve traction.
To reduce heat and noise.
To prevent braking problems.
To prevent steering problems.
4. You are checking the tractor-trailer connection to make sure it is safe and secure. The landing gear should be:
fully raised.
raised slightly off the ground.
fully lowered.
None of the above.
5. An item that is 15 feet long placed on a flatbed trailer should have at least:
2 tie-downs.
1 tie-down.
15 tie-downs.
3 tie-downs.
6. When backing a tractor under a trailer:
the trailer will be lifted slightly when the tractor backs under it.
the fifth-wheel will come out from under the trailer.
the end of the kingpin will be even with the top of the fifth wheel.
you should lift the trailer off the fifth-wheel.
7. Headlights:
should be out of adjustment.
must be turned on a half hour before sunset to a half hour after sunrise.
can blind other drivers.
should not be used when driving at night.
8. Transporting hanging meat requires special attention. Why?
Because you have to drive fast to get it delivered fresh.
Because refrigerated trucks have less traction.
Because hanging meat can be an unstable load with a high center of gravity.
All of the above.
9. The posted speed limit:
should never be exceeded.
is only a suggestion.
may only be exceeded when driving in rural areas.
should only be exceeded when passing other vehicles.
10. The emergency air line:
controls the emergency brakes on combination vehicles.
supplies air to the trailer air tanks.
causes the tractor protection valve to close when the emergency line loses pressure.
All of the above.
 
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In Mississippi, if you are enrolled in an approved driver education course, you can get a temporary learner’s permit at the age of 14. Once you reach the age of 15, you are eligible for a regular learner’s permit. After holding the learner's permit for one year, you qualify for an intermediate license. To obtain a regular driver’s license (class R), you must be at least 16 ½ and hold the intermediate license for six months. If you are 17 years old or older, there is no waiting period. You can obtain both the learner's permit and the driver's license on the same day.

You can schedule an appointment online for your DMV written test. Select dates and times based on your preferences and the available options at the various Mississippi driver license locations.

When applying for a driver’s license, you must bring the following documents:
  • A completed application signed by your parent/guardian if you are under 17.
  • Proof of identity (such as the birth certificate) and a legal document if you have changed your name.
  • Proof of Social Security Number.
  • Two proofs of residency (such as an utility bill, bank statements, or student ID card with your photo).
  • A completed School Attendance Form if you are between 15 and 17 years old. For applicants under 18 and married, the form is not required, but they must present a marriage license.
Check the list of acceptable documents to ensure you have all you need.

To prepare for the DMV written test, you can refer to the official Mississippi Driver's Handbook. The manual covers various information about traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. Study carefully the different sections and test your knowledge with our free practice tests!
With a learner’s permit, new drivers must always be accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older, who sits next to them. For the first 6 months after obtaining the license or until reaching the age of 17, drivers cannot operate between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. from Sunday to Thursday and between 11:30 pm and 6 am on Friday and Saturday, unless under supervision. For both learner’s permit and intermediate license holders, texting with a cell phone is forbidden.

In Mississippi, a temporary learner’s permit is valid until you have completed the driver education course. Instead, a learner’s permit is valid for two years. This ensures you have enough time to practice driving and fulfill the necessary requirements before the road test.

If you don't pass the DMV written test, you can repeat it the following business day. After three unsuccessful attempts, you need to wait for 30 days before you can retake the exam again. To enhance your chances of passing the permit test, sign up for DMV Premium, which provides useful resources for studying!

MS CDL Combination Test

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