Commercial Vehicle License Flashcards
7 cards from real MTO practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 7 Commercial Vehicle License flashcards as text
When must a CDL driver perform a pre-trip inspection?
Answer: Before each trip
Federal regulations require CMV drivers to conduct a thorough pre-trip inspection before every trip to identify defects.
The 'T' endorsement on a CDL is required to tow which type of vehicle?
Answer: Double/triple trailers
The T (Double/Triple Trailers) endorsement authorizes a driver to pull double or triple trailer combinations.
A commercial driver must report a traffic conviction in a non-CMV to their employer within:
Answer: 30 days
CDL holders must notify their employer within 30 days of any traffic conviction, regardless of the vehicle type involved.
What blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is the legal limit for CDL drivers operating a CMV?
Answer: 0.04%
The federal limit for commercial drivers operating a CMV is 0.04% BAC, half the standard limit for non-commercial drivers.
Which of the following vehicles requires a Class B CDL at minimum?
Answer: A single vehicle with GVWR of 30,000 lbs
A single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 lbs or more requires a Class B CDL.
During a roadside Level I inspection, an out-of-service order for a driver due to HOS violations means the driver must:
Answer: Stop driving until the required off-duty time is accumulated
An out-of-service order prohibits the driver from operating a CMV until they accumulate the required off-duty hours.
How far in advance must a CMV driver notify their state of licensing when changing their domicile state?
Answer: 30 days
CDL holders must obtain a CDL from their new state of domicile within 30 days of establishing residency.