Oregon CDL Knowledge Test Sample Questions
Real, Oregon-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 Oregon cdl practice test to test yourself instead of just reading the answers.
General Driving Knowledge
1. What is the fee for an Oregon commercial learner's permit (CLP) application?
Oregon charges a $40 application fee for a commercial learner's permit.
Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual
2. Is there a separate charge for each Oregon CDL knowledge test attempt?
Oregon charges $10 for each CDL written knowledge test, separate from the CLP application fee.
Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual
3. How long do Oregon CDL knowledge test results stay valid to complete a CLP application?
An Oregon applicant's CDL knowledge test results stay valid for 6 months; if the CLP requirements aren't completed within that window, the tests must be taken again.
Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual
4. Who administers the CDL skills test to an Oregon applicant?
Oregon schedules the CDL skills test with a Third Party CDL Tester, separate from the DMV staff who administer the knowledge test.
Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual
5. What must an Oregon CDL applicant complete before applying for their first commercial driver's license?
Oregon requires a first-time Class A or B CDL applicant to complete federal entry-level driver training (ELDT) through an FMCSA-registered provider before applying.
Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual
6. What is the minimum age to apply for an Oregon CLP for intrastate-only driving, versus interstate driving?
An Oregon CLP applicant must be at least 18 for intrastate-only driving, or 21 to drive interstate or transport hazardous materials, under federal rules applied nationwide.
Source: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual
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7. Under federal hours-of-service rules that apply to Oregon 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: Oregon Commercial Driver Manual