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DOT CERTIFICATION EXAM NEWEST 2025/ 2026 ACTUAL EXAM
TEST BANK| COMPLETE 350 REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) GRADED
A+| DOT CERTIFICATION EXAM (BRAND NEW!!)
What Minimim PaO2 Level is recommended if the driver has an ABG
due to a chronic respiratory disorder?
A. 70 mm Hg
B. 55 mm Hg
C. 60 mm Hg
D. 65 mm Hg ......ANSWER......Correct answer is D. To be qualified the
driver should meet a minimum arterial blood gas (Pa02) greater than
65
A driver first perceives a whispered voice at 5 feet in his right ear and 4
feet in his left ear. All other aspects of his physical exam are
unremarkable. The examiner shouldL
A. Disqualify the driver because he "failed" the whispered voice test.
B. Certify the driver for 2 years.
C. Certify the driver for 1 year.
D. Require an audiometric test to determine the extent of the hearing
loss in his left ear. ......ANSWER......Correct Anser "B". The driver is
qualified to drive without restriction as long as he is able to perceive a
whispered voice at 5 feet in one ear.
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A driver reports for an examination 6 weeks after suffering a mild heart
attack and presents a note from his cardiologist stating that he is able to
return to work immediately without restriction, included within the
note, the cardiologist provides recent testing information showing that
the driver had an ETT that showed he was able to reach 12 METS during
the test. His echocardiogram showed an ejection fraction of 65%. The
examination of the driver is unremarkable. The examiner should:
A. Disqualify the driver.
b. Qualify the driver for 1 year.
c. Qualify the driver for 2 years.
d. consult with the cardiologist to determine if the driver suffers from
Angina. ......ANSWER......Correct answer is A. The driver has not
completed the recommended 2 month waiting period, but all other
requirements for medical clearance and required testing have been
met. The driver would be certified for 1 years at the completion of the
waiting period.
A driver provides an audiometric test documenting the folliwing:
1. 500 Hz: 35 right ear; 40 left ear
2. 1000 Hz: 40 Right ear; 45 left ear
3. 2000 Hz: 40 right ear; 54 left ear
4. 4000 Hz: 50 right ear; 50 left ear
The medical examiner should:
A. disqualify the driver because he does not meet minimum hearing
requirements to drive.
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B. Certify the driver for 2 years.
c. Certify the driver for 1 year.
D. Require the driver to obtain a hearing examination.
......ANSWER......The correct answer is B.
The examiner would average the results from 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and
2000 Hz. This average is 38.33 in the right, and 43.33 in the left ear. A
driver must have an average hearing loss of less than or equal to 40 in
the better ear. This does not have to be met in both ears.
During the examination of a commercial driver, the examiner notices
that the driver's peripheral vision is 70 degrees to the left and 80
degrees to the right. The examiner should:
a. Qualify the driver for 2 years.
b. Require the driver to obtain a vision exemption because of the
limitation in the driver's left peripheral field.
c. Disqualify the driver.
d. Have the driver consult with an ophthalmologist to determine if the
driver's peripheral vision meets minimum standards.
......ANSWER......Correct answer is A.
A driver must exhibit a minimum peripheral vision of 70 degrees
bilaterally.
During examination, the medical examiner notices that the driver is
distant, lacks eye contact and shows absolutely no emotional response
during the exam. The examiner's best response should be:
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a. Provide the driver with a "CAGE" questionnaire to determine if he
suffers from alcoholism.
b. Disqualify the driver and refer him to a mental health professional
prior to consideration for certification.
c. Certify the driver with a 1-time, 3-month certificate to determine if
there is any effect on the driver's ability to drive a CMV.
d. Require a skill performance evaluation to ascertain if the driver has
any limitations with driving. ......ANSWER......Correct answer is B.
The driver exhibits what may be considered a "flat affect" which is
seen in schizophrenia and in severe depression. The driver should be
evaluated by a mental health expert to make a diagnosis prior to
certification
A driver admits to the use of marijuana for the treatment of his
glaucoma, which is legal in the State in which he lives. He provides
medical documentation for the glaucoma indicating he is able to drive a
truck. He began using the marijuana about three months ago. His
current medical card has no limitations listed and is for 2 years. His
certification examination is within normal limits. The medical examiner
should:
a. Disqualify the driver.
b. Perform a urine drug collection and provide the release from the
testing provider.
c. Certify the driver for 1 year.
d. Certify the driver for 2 years. ......ANSWER......Correct answer is A
DOT CERTIFICATION EXAM NEWEST 2025/ 2026 ACTUAL EXAM
TEST BANK| COMPLETE 350 REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) GRADED
A+| DOT CERTIFICATION EXAM (BRAND NEW!!)
What Minimim PaO2 Level is recommended if the driver has an ABG
due to a chronic respiratory disorder?
A. 70 mm Hg
B. 55 mm Hg
C. 60 mm Hg
D. 65 mm Hg ......ANSWER......Correct answer is D. To be qualified the
driver should meet a minimum arterial blood gas (Pa02) greater than
65
A driver first perceives a whispered voice at 5 feet in his right ear and 4
feet in his left ear. All other aspects of his physical exam are
unremarkable. The examiner shouldL
A. Disqualify the driver because he "failed" the whispered voice test.
B. Certify the driver for 2 years.
C. Certify the driver for 1 year.
D. Require an audiometric test to determine the extent of the hearing
loss in his left ear. ......ANSWER......Correct Anser "B". The driver is
qualified to drive without restriction as long as he is able to perceive a
whispered voice at 5 feet in one ear.
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A driver reports for an examination 6 weeks after suffering a mild heart
attack and presents a note from his cardiologist stating that he is able to
return to work immediately without restriction, included within the
note, the cardiologist provides recent testing information showing that
the driver had an ETT that showed he was able to reach 12 METS during
the test. His echocardiogram showed an ejection fraction of 65%. The
examination of the driver is unremarkable. The examiner should:
A. Disqualify the driver.
b. Qualify the driver for 1 year.
c. Qualify the driver for 2 years.
d. consult with the cardiologist to determine if the driver suffers from
Angina. ......ANSWER......Correct answer is A. The driver has not
completed the recommended 2 month waiting period, but all other
requirements for medical clearance and required testing have been
met. The driver would be certified for 1 years at the completion of the
waiting period.
A driver provides an audiometric test documenting the folliwing:
1. 500 Hz: 35 right ear; 40 left ear
2. 1000 Hz: 40 Right ear; 45 left ear
3. 2000 Hz: 40 right ear; 54 left ear
4. 4000 Hz: 50 right ear; 50 left ear
The medical examiner should:
A. disqualify the driver because he does not meet minimum hearing
requirements to drive.
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B. Certify the driver for 2 years.
c. Certify the driver for 1 year.
D. Require the driver to obtain a hearing examination.
......ANSWER......The correct answer is B.
The examiner would average the results from 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and
2000 Hz. This average is 38.33 in the right, and 43.33 in the left ear. A
driver must have an average hearing loss of less than or equal to 40 in
the better ear. This does not have to be met in both ears.
During the examination of a commercial driver, the examiner notices
that the driver's peripheral vision is 70 degrees to the left and 80
degrees to the right. The examiner should:
a. Qualify the driver for 2 years.
b. Require the driver to obtain a vision exemption because of the
limitation in the driver's left peripheral field.
c. Disqualify the driver.
d. Have the driver consult with an ophthalmologist to determine if the
driver's peripheral vision meets minimum standards.
......ANSWER......Correct answer is A.
A driver must exhibit a minimum peripheral vision of 70 degrees
bilaterally.
During examination, the medical examiner notices that the driver is
distant, lacks eye contact and shows absolutely no emotional response
during the exam. The examiner's best response should be:
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a. Provide the driver with a "CAGE" questionnaire to determine if he
suffers from alcoholism.
b. Disqualify the driver and refer him to a mental health professional
prior to consideration for certification.
c. Certify the driver with a 1-time, 3-month certificate to determine if
there is any effect on the driver's ability to drive a CMV.
d. Require a skill performance evaluation to ascertain if the driver has
any limitations with driving. ......ANSWER......Correct answer is B.
The driver exhibits what may be considered a "flat affect" which is
seen in schizophrenia and in severe depression. The driver should be
evaluated by a mental health expert to make a diagnosis prior to
certification
A driver admits to the use of marijuana for the treatment of his
glaucoma, which is legal in the State in which he lives. He provides
medical documentation for the glaucoma indicating he is able to drive a
truck. He began using the marijuana about three months ago. His
current medical card has no limitations listed and is for 2 years. His
certification examination is within normal limits. The medical examiner
should:
a. Disqualify the driver.
b. Perform a urine drug collection and provide the release from the
testing provider.
c. Certify the driver for 1 year.
d. Certify the driver for 2 years. ......ANSWER......Correct answer is A
