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How Many Questions Are on the Utah CDL General Knowledge Test?

50 questions. That count is fixed by 49 CFR Part 383, the same across every state — the Utah Driver License Division administers the federal format rather than writing its own.

What Utah actually controls

The federal government owns the question count and 80% threshold. Utah bundles its own $52 CLP fee with all three required written knowledge tests, rather than charging per test — a retake beyond two attempts costs $26 extra per test.

Depending on the class and endorsements pursued, a HAZMAT background check runs an additional $80-110 and takes 30-90 days to clear.

A skills test that bundles issuance

Once you're ready to move from the CLP to the full CDL, the $78 skills test fee already includes CDL issuance — no separate charge once you pass.

Rescheduling that skills test appointment costs an extra $25, worth planning around rather than risking.

How our practice tests are structured

Our practice tests break results down by topic immediately, so a weak spot doesn't stay hidden inside an otherwise decent overall score.

Each question includes an explanation and a source reference, so you learn why an answer is correct instead of just memorizing a letter.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on Utah's CDL General Knowledge test?

50 questions, the federally standard length used nationwide, not a Utah-specific number.

What does the Utah CLP cost?

$52, which bundles the permit with all three required written knowledge tests.

What does the Utah CDL skills test cost?

$78, which includes CDL issuance once you pass.

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-22