How Many Questions Are on the West Virginia CDL General Knowledge Test?
50 questions. That count is fixed by 49 CFR Part 383, the same across every state — West Virginia's DMV administers the federal format rather than writing its own.
A prerequisite most states don't require
The federal government owns the question count and 80% threshold. West Virginia's own twist: an applicant must already hold a Class E operator's license, a Level 3 GDL, or a Class D license, plus at least one year of driving experience, before applying for a CLP.
That's a real barrier to entry most states don't impose — you can't walk in with zero driving history and start the CDL process from scratch.
One fee covers three tests
West Virginia's $25 CDL testing fee covers the General Knowledge test along with the air brakes and combination-vehicle tests together, rather than billing each separately.
A first-time CDL applicant, and a first-time Passenger, School Bus, or Hazardous Materials endorsement applicant, must also complete entry-level driver training (ELDT).
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 West Virginia's CDL General Knowledge test?
50 questions, the federally standard length used nationwide, not a West Virginia-specific number.
Do I need prior driving experience before applying for a West Virginia CLP?
Yes — a Class E, Level 3 GDL, or Class D license, plus at least one year of driving experience.
What does West Virginia's $25 CDL testing fee cover?
The General Knowledge, air brakes, and combination-vehicle tests together.
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