Question 1

How many questions are on South Dakota's CDL General Knowledge test, and what's the passing score?

Accepted Answer

50 questions, with at least 80% correct required — South Dakota's CDL General Knowledge test has 50 questions, with at least 80% correct (40 of 50) required to pass.

Question 2

What does South Dakota charge for a CDL application, and for each endorsement knowledge test?

Accepted Answer

$33 for the application, plus $15 per endorsement test — South Dakota charges $33 for the CDL application, plus $15 for each additional endorsement knowledge test.

Question 3

How long is a South Dakota commercial learner's permit valid?

Accepted Answer

Six months — A South Dakota commercial learner's permit is valid for six months.

Question 4

How long must a South Dakota CLP holder wait before taking the CDL skills test?

Accepted Answer

At least 14 days — A South Dakota CLP holder must hold the permit for at least 14 days before taking the CDL skills test.

Question 5

What CDL classes does South Dakota offer?

Accepted Answer

Class A, B, and C — South Dakota offers Class A, B, and C commercial driver's licenses.

Question 6

Under federal hours-of-service rules that apply to South Dakota CDL holders, how many hours of driving are allowed after 10 consecutive hours off duty?

Accepted Answer

Up to 11 hours, within a 14-hour on-duty window — 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.

Question 7

What form must a South Dakota CDL applicant's supporting documents take?

Accepted Answer

Original documents or certified copies only — photocopies aren't accepted — South Dakota requires a CDL applicant's supporting documents to be original or certified copies — photocopies aren't accepted.

South Dakota CDL Knowledge Test Sample Questions

General Driving Knowledge

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