Minnesota CDL Knowledge Test Sample Questions
Real, Minnesota-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 Minnesota cdl practice test to test yourself instead of just reading the answers.
General Driving Knowledge
1. What is the fee for a Minnesota commercial learner's permit (CLP)?
Minnesota charges $26.75 for a commercial learner's permit.
Source: Minnesota DVS, Commercial Driver's License Manual
2. What noncommercial license must a Minnesota applicant already hold before applying for a CLP?
A Minnesota applicant must already hold a valid Class D driver's license before applying for a CLP.
Source: Minnesota DVS, Commercial Driver's License Manual
3. What BAC threshold applies specifically to commercial drivers in Minnesota?
Minnesota holds commercial drivers to a 0.04% BAC threshold, consistent with the federal commercial standard.
Source: Minnesota DVS, Commercial Driver's License Manual
4. What must a Minnesota CDL applicant complete before the skills test, alongside the knowledge test?
Since February 2022, Minnesota CDL applicants must complete federally-required entry-level driver training (ELDT) through an FMCSA-registered provider before the skills test.
Source: Minnesota DVS, Commercial Driver's License Manual
5. How long must a Minnesota applicant hold a CLP before taking the CDL skills tests?
A Minnesota CLP must be held for at least 14 calendar days before the CDL skills tests can be taken.
Source: Minnesota DVS, Commercial Driver's License Manual
More Questions
6. What device rule applies to a Minnesota CDL holder under 18?
A Minnesota driver under 18 may not use a phone at all while driving, even hands-free, except to get GPS directions or listen to music — this applies regardless of CDL status.
Source: Minnesota DVS, Commercial Driver's License Manual
7. Under federal hours-of-service rules that apply to Minnesota 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: Minnesota DVS, Commercial Driver's License Manual