CDM Practice Test 2026 — Free CDM Exam Prep Questions
The CDM, CFPP Credentialing Exam is the Certifying Board for Dietary Managers' credential for managers of non-commercial foodservice operations, such as long-term care, hospitals, schools and corrections. Our practice questions follow CBDM's five-domain content outline (effective March 2025). They cover nutrition and diet orders, foodservice production, personnel and communications, sanitation and HACCP, and business operations, with worked calculations and an explanation for every option.
A 120-bed nursing home with an average census of 120 had raw food costs of $27,900 for a 30-day month. What was the raw food cost per patient day (PPD)?
CDM format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based at PSI test centers (year-round).
Facts last verified Oct 4, 2026. Source: www.cbdmonline.org/docs/default-source/legacy-docs/docs/exam-content-outline---march-2025.pdf. Always confirm details with CBDM before your exam.
When can you take the CDM?
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What the CDM covers
Every PrepBanq CDM test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
NutritionGathering nutrition data (screening, interviews, MDS), applying diet orders and diet plans, supplements, client rights, and nutrition education. | 20% | ~28 | 5 questions → |
FoodserviceStandardized menus and recipes, production standards, forecasting and production, meal service monitoring and continuous quality improvement (QAPI). | 22% | ~31 | 6 questions → |
Personnel and CommunicationsStaffing needs and job descriptions, hiring and onboarding, training, scheduling (FTEs), managing personnel, regulatory surveys and departmental change. | 20% | ~28 | 5 questions → |
Sanitation and SafetySafety and sanitation compliance, OSHA/SDS, purchasing, receiving and storage, HACCP and time-temperature control, and physical facilities. | 24% | ~34 | 6 questions → |
Business OperationsOperating and capital budgets, department improvements, purchasing, revenue-generating services and cost-control practices. | 14% | ~20 | 3 questions → |
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CDM FAQ
How many questions are on the CDM?
The CDM has 160 questions (140 of them scored) and you have 3 hours to finish. Question types: Multiple choice.
How long is the CDM exam?
Testing time for the CDM is 3 hours.
What is the passing score for the CDM?
CDM passing standard: Set by modified Angoff; historically about 70% of scored items.
What is on the CDM?
The CDM covers Nutrition (about 20%), Foodservice (about 22%), Personnel and Communications (about 20%), Sanitation and Safety (about 24%), Business Operations (about 14%).
Who administers the CDM?
The Certified Dietary Manager (CDM, CFPP) Exam is administered by CBDM. Delivery: Computer-based at PSI test centers (year-round).
Is there a free CDM practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free CDM practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real CDM formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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