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1.In Hawaii, which regular driver's license must be carried along with the CLP?
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Correct answer: C. Class 3 The Hawaii manual: drivers are also required to carry their Class 3 driver's license along with the CLP.
2.How long is a Hawaii commercial learner's permit valid?
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Correct answer: D. 180 days, renewable once for 180 more Hawaii: the CLP is valid for 180 days and can be renewed once for another 180 days without retaking the knowledge tests.
3.In Hawaii, what must happen with the three parts of the CDL skills test?
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Correct answer: A. All three must be passed at the same appointment Hawaii: you must pass all three parts of the skills test at the same appointment; if any part is failed, the whole test is failed and must be rescheduled.
4.What fee must be paid in advance to schedule Hawaii's CDL skills tests?
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Correct answer: A. $50 Hawaii fees: $50 in advance to schedule the skills tests; $40 license fee upon passing; $30 permit application; $15 general knowledge test.
5.What is Hawaii's fee to take each special (endorsement) knowledge test?
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Correct answer: C. $5 Hawaii: $15 fee for the general knowledge test, $5 fee for each special knowledge test and $15 additional for the oral test.
6.In Hawaii, what is the fee to reinstate a commercial driving privilege?
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Correct answer: D. $20 Hawaii's fee list includes a $20 fee to reinstate a commercial driving privilege.
7.What is the maximum time allowed for Hawaii's entire practical test in a Class B or lower vehicle?
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Correct answer: B. One and one-half hours Hawaii: one and one-half hours is the maximum time allowed for the entire practical test using a Class B or lower vehicle.
8.Which method does Hawaii use to conduct the CDL pre-trip inspection test?
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Correct answer: B. The random (partial) method Hawaii uses the random (partial) method of conducting the pre-trip inspection; the basic control skills test also involves random selection of some maneuvers.
9.Which items does Hawaii allow to be simulated during the CDL road test?
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Correct answer: C. Railroad crossing and student discharge The Hawaii manual states: Hawaii allows simulated railroad crossing and student discharge.
10.In Hawaii, what happens if your test vehicle appears to the examiner to have visual aids to help you during the practical test?
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Correct answer: B. It counts as failing to follow instructions and the test is cancelled Hawaii: refusing or failing to follow the examiner's instructions cancels the test; this includes using a vehicle that appears to have visual aids to assist the driver.
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