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DLA Academy — CDL-A Permit Prep

CDL-A Permit Prep
119 Practice Questions

Pass all three DMV knowledge tests required for your Commercial Learner's Permit on the first try — General Knowledge, Air Brakes, and Combination Vehicles. Only $15 standalone or bundle with CDL A & CDL B ELDT for $45.

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Getting your CDL-A Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) requires passing three separate knowledge tests at the DMV — General Knowledge, Air Brakes, and Combination Vehicles. All three are taken the same day. You need at least 80% on each to pass.

This prep course gives you 119 DMV-style practice questions covering every topic tested across all three exams — with instant feedback and full explanations after every answer. Study on any device, retake as many times as you need, and walk into the DMV knowing exactly what to expect.

Best Value — 3 Courses
Need CDL A, CDL B & Permit Prep Together?

The CDL A & CDL B Complete Bundle includes CDL A Theory ELDT + CDL B Theory ELDT + this Permit Prep course — everything from first enrollment to permit in hand. Save $10 versus buying all three separately ($55).

  • CDL A Theory ELDT — FMCSA-approved, auto-submitted to TPR ($20 value)
  • CDL B Theory ELDT — FMCSA-approved, auto-submitted to TPR ($20 value)
  • CDL-A Permit Prep — 119 practice questions, all 3 test sections ($15 value)
  • Unlimited quiz attempts on any device
$45 $55
Save $10 versus buying separately
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What's Inside — 119 Practice Questions

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General Knowledge — 50 Questions

Covers vehicle inspection, cargo securement, driving safely, hazard recognition, skid recovery, alcohol rules, HOS basics, and all core CDL knowledge topics.

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Air Brakes — 35 Questions

Covers brake components, pressure levels, inspection procedures, ABS, brake fade, spring brakes, air tank drains, and brake lag. Required to remove the air brake restriction from your CLP.

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Combination Vehicles — 34 Questions

Covers fifth wheel coupling, glad hands, air lines, rearward amplification, jackknife recovery, off-tracking, converter dollies, and doubles/triples procedures.

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Instant Feedback + Explanations

Every question shows the correct answer immediately after you respond — plus a full explanation of why. Not just right/wrong — you learn the material with every attempt.

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Questions Shuffle Every Attempt

Questions are randomized on every attempt so you can't memorize order — exactly like the real DMV test. Practice until you're scoring 90%+ consistently before test day.

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Any Device — No App Needed

Works on phone, tablet, or computer. No download, no app store. Bookmark it and study on break, during your commute, or anywhere with a connection.

This is prep — not ELDT. This course helps you pass the DMV knowledge test required for your CLP. It does not fulfill the federal ELDT requirement and is not submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry. You must complete CDL-A Theory ELDT separately before your state DMV will allow you to take the CDL skills test. Need ELDT? CDL-A Theory ELDT — $20 → or get the CDL Complete Bundle for $45 →

Where This Fits in the CDL-A Process

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Complete CDL-A Theory ELDT — $20 →
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Use this Permit Prep to pass your DMV knowledge tests ← You are here
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Pass all three DMV knowledge tests — General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Combination Vehicles — and receive your CLP
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Hold your CLP for at least 14 days — required by federal law before the skills test
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Complete BTW training and pass your CDL Skills Test — receive your Class A CDL
CDL-A Permit Prep — $15
119 practice questions · General Knowledge · Air Brakes · Combination Vehicles · Mobile-friendly · Unlimited attempts
Get Permit Prep — $15 CDL Complete Bundle — $45
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this replace CDL-A Theory ELDT?
No. CDL-A Theory ELDT is a separate federal requirement that must be completed before your state DMV will allow you to take the CDL skills test. This prep course helps you pass the DMV knowledge tests required for your CLP — it does not fulfill the ELDT requirement. If you need both ELDT courses and prep together, the CDL A & CDL B Complete Bundle is $45 — saving $10 versus buying all three separately.
What three tests do I need to pass for my CLP?
To receive your Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) you must pass General Knowledge (50 questions, need 40 correct), Air Brakes (25 questions, need 20 correct), and Combination Vehicles (20 questions, need 16 correct) at your state DMV. You must score at least 80% on each section. All three are taken the same day on a computer at your state DMV office.
Is this submitted to the FMCSA TPR?
No. This is a preparation and practice course — it is not submitted to the FMCSA Training Provider Registry. Only your CDL-A Theory ELDT completion is submitted to the TPR. This course helps you pass the DMV knowledge tests that lead to your CLP.
How many times can I retake the practice quiz?
Unlimited times. Questions shuffle on every attempt so you can't memorize order — same as the real DMV test. We recommend practicing until you're scoring 90%+ consistently before your actual test day.
Does the Air Brakes section remove the restriction from my CLP?
Passing the Air Brakes knowledge test at the DMV removes the air brake restriction from your CLP — meaning you can practice driving vehicles with air brakes. This prep course covers all the Air Brakes topics tested at the DMV to help you pass that section.
Is it mobile-friendly?
Yes. The course is fully mobile-friendly — complete it from your phone, tablet, or computer. No app required. Bookmark the quiz link and study anytime, anywhere.
What's included in the CDL A & CDL B Complete Bundle?
The CDL A & CDL B Complete Bundle includes CDL A Theory ELDT + CDL B Theory ELDT + this Permit Prep course (119 practice questions). Total bundle price is $45, saving $10 versus buying all three separately ($55). Both ELDT courses are FMCSA-approved and auto-submitted to the FMCSA TPR within 24 hours.

Related Resources

CDL-A Theory ELDT — $20 → CDL Complete Bundle — $45 → CDL-B Theory ELDT — $20 → ELDT by State → Do I Need ELDT? → All Courses →
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