Directions: All applicants who are applying for a Class A CDL should be prepared to take the Combination test. This test covers information found in Section 6 of the Commercial Driver License Manual. Section 6 provides the information needed to safely operate tractor-trailers, doubles, triples, and straight trucks with trailers. The test is made up of 20 multiple-choice questions, and applicants will have one hour to correctly answer a minimum of 16 questions. The Combination test is not a replacement for the Double/Triple endorsement test.

Be used for parking.
Be used only to test the trailer brakes.
Be used together with the brake pedal.
Be used on slippery surfaces.

An automobile
A three-axle tractor
A bobtail tractor
A triple combination

Using your horn to encourage other drivers to move out of your lane.
Only driving slower than the posted speed limit.
Watching the road ahead while driving.
Pulling off the road and waiting when there is high traffic.

Stop the skid.
Straighten the trailer.
Increase traction.
Continue the skid.

Will help you turn safely.
Will stop your trailer safely.
Can cause a skid.
Is impossible.

District Of Columbia CDL Permit Test - Combination

Wait, before you go

Number of questions:	20
Passing score:	16

A “crack-the-whip” effect, resulting in a rollover.
A trailer to straighten out.
Confusion over which lane the driver is hoping to use.
Other drivers to reduce their speed.

Is easier
Requires more driving skill
Is better for training
Is safer in inclement weather