CDL (Commercial Driver)
CDL Air Brakes Practice Test 1
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20 original CDL Air Brakes questions based on the federal motor carrier safety rules (49 CFR). Practice test, not affiliated with any government agency. Practice beta.
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Practice test, not affiliated with any government agency. Original questions written from public sources, checked by a second AI reviewer and automated checks. Rules change; confirm with the official handbook. Available in 2 languages (translations are machine-made and checked automatically).
Before you start
- Questions
- 20 multiple-choice questions, one at a time
- Time
- About 12 minutes. Untimed — take as long as you need.
- Pass mark
- 16 out of 20 correct (80%)
- Feedback
- Your score, the correct answers and short explanations when you finish
- Account
- Not needed. Your answers stay in this browser.
What this test covers
Air brake system partsUsing air brakesInspecting air brakesDual air systems
Preview the first question
What does the safety relief valve on the first air tank do?
- Turns on the low air warning buzzer
- Lets air out if tank pressure gets too high
- Locks the parking brake when parked
- Stops air from reaching the front brakes when the truck is unloaded
Answers are revealed on the results page after you finish.