ELDT MCQ 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Under FMCSA rules, when must an entry-level driver complete theory training before taking the CDL skills test?
- Before the knowledge test only
- Before the CDL skills test (Correct answer)
- After obtaining the CDL
- Within 30 days of hire
Correct answer: Before the CDL skills test
ELDT theory and behind-the-wheel training must be completed before taking the CDL skills test.
Question 2: Which of the following is NOT one of the ELDT training categories?
- Class A CDL
- Class B CDL
- Passenger (P) endorsement
- Motorcycle (M) endorsement (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Motorcycle (M) endorsement
ELDT covers CDL classes and specific endorsements but does not include motorcycle licensing.
Question 3: Where must a training provider be listed to legally deliver ELDT?
- The state DMV website
- The FMCSA Training Provider Registry (Correct answer)
- The DOT medical registry
- A local trucking union roster
Correct answer: The FMCSA Training Provider Registry
Only providers listed on the FMCSA Training Provider Registry (TPR) can deliver compliant ELDT.
Question 4: What minimum proficiency standard must behind-the-wheel training meet?
- A fixed number of clock hours
- Instructor-determined proficiency (Correct answer)
- A written proficiency test only
- Employer sign-off after 40 hours
Correct answer: Instructor-determined proficiency
ELDT behind-the-wheel training requires the instructor to determine the driver is proficient, with no mandated hour minimum.
Question 5: Which endorsement requires ELDT theory training but no behind-the-wheel component?
- Hazardous Materials (H) (Correct answer)
- Passenger (P)
- School Bus (S)
- Class A upgrade
Correct answer: Hazardous Materials (H)
The Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement requires only ELDT theory training.
Question 6: Who is responsible for reporting a driver's ELDT completion to FMCSA?
- The driver
- The training provider (Correct answer)
- The state DMV
- The employer
Correct answer: The training provider
The registered training provider must submit the driver's training certification to the FMCSA registry.
Question 7: The ELDT regulations took effect on which date?
- February 7, 2020
- February 7, 2022 (Correct answer)
- January 1, 2021
- July 1, 2023
Correct answer: February 7, 2022
The federal ELDT rule became effective on February 7, 2022.
ELDT MCQ 2
Under FMCSA rules, when must an entry-level driver complete theory training before taking the CDL skills test?