Driving in winter: Mississippi CDL practice questions
Part of the General Knowledge test. We have 5 checked questions on this topic. Here are the key rules, and two to try.
Key facts
| Part of | the General Knowledge test (80% to pass) | 49 CFR 383.135 |
|---|---|---|
| Manual section | §2.13 Driving in winter | MS CDL Manual p. 2-28 |
| Questions in CDL Mile's bank | 5 | CDL Mile, checked against MS CDL Manual |
Key rules
- § 2.13.2p. 2-29
When other vehicles stop kicking up spray in winter, ice has probably formed on the road. Check especially on bridges and overpasses, and slow down.
Driving
Try two questions
General Knowledge · Driving in winter
You have just driven through deep standing water, so your brakes may be wet. Once you are out of the water, what should you do?
Tap an answer to see the explanation and the manual page.
General Knowledge · Driving in winter
Why should you clear ice from the radiator shutters and keep the winterfront from being closed too tightly?
Tap an answer to see the explanation and the manual page.
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Sources
Mississippi Commercial Driver's License Manual, version March 2025, Mississippi Department of Public Safety. Page references are to its printed page numbers. CDL Mile is independent and not affiliated with Mississippi DPS.
Updated for the March 2025 Mississippi CDL manual. Last checked November 5, 2026.
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