50 questions per attempt
40 correct answers are needed for an 80% practice passing score.
General KnowledgeTexas CDL Preparation
Commercial vehicle safety, vehicle inspections, basic control, hazards, emergencies, and cargo safety.
Study the Texas CDL handbook
Review Section(s) 1, 2, 3, 12 and 13 of the Texas Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers Handbook. Use the handbook to understand the material before practicing questions.
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Planned practice test format
250 questions in the current practice bank
Online practice access is being prepared and is not available for purchase yet.
Where this topic fits
Study after Texas Commercial Vehicle Operation, before Air Brake preparation.
Main CLP knowledge tests
These are preparation resources. Texas DPS administers the official knowledge tests and determines licensing requirements. CLP preparation is separate from applicable FMCSA ELDT requirements.
CLP practice account and topic access
Choose any purchased topic in any order. Retest as often as you like during its 30-day access window. Every new attempt selects questions randomly and shuffles the answer choices.
Aim for at least 95% on five consecutive attempts for this topic. A lower score resets the streak. This is our practice readiness goal; it does not guarantee the official Texas DPS test result.
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