Hawaii CDL Knowledge Test Sample Questions
Real, Hawaii-specific sample questions from our practice question bank, with the correct answer, a full explanation, and a source reference for each. See our national sample questions for topics that apply to every state, or take the full Hawaii cdl practice test to test yourself instead of just reading the answers.
General Driving Knowledge
1. What does Hawaii charge for each CDL knowledge test?
Hawaii charges $15 for each CDL knowledge test.
Source: Hawaii Commercial Driver License Manual
2. What does Hawaii charge for each additional endorsement knowledge test?
Hawaii charges $5 for each additional endorsement knowledge test, less than the $15 General Knowledge test fee.
Source: Hawaii Commercial Driver License Manual
3. How many questions are on Hawaii's CDL General Knowledge test, and what's the passing score?
Hawaii's CDL General Knowledge test has 50 questions, with at least 80% correct (40 of 50) required to pass.
Source: Hawaii Commercial Driver License Manual
4. How long is a Hawaii CLP valid?
A Hawaii commercial learner's permit is valid for 180 days from the date of issuance.
Source: Hawaii Commercial Driver License Manual
5. How soon can a Hawaii CLP holder take the CDL skills test after the permit is issued?
Hawaii requires a CLP holder to hold the permit for at least 14 days before taking the CDL skills test.
Source: Hawaii Commercial Driver License Manual
6. What form must a Hawaii CDL applicant's supporting documents take?
Hawaii requires a CDL applicant's supporting documents to be original or certified copies — photocopies aren't accepted.
Source: Hawaii Commercial Driver License Manual
More Questions
7. Under federal hours-of-service rules that apply to Hawaii CDL holders, how many hours of driving are allowed after 10 consecutive hours off duty?
Federal hours-of-service rules allow up to 11 hours of driving after 10 consecutive hours off duty, within a 14-hour on-duty window.
Source: Hawaii Commercial Driver License Manual