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Welcome to the CDL practice test site for New Mexico. Our test questions are designed to prepare you for the questions you’ll see on the official New Mexico MVD CDL Test. You are welcome to take these CDL practice tests as many times as you like, the tests are free. You will be presented with 40 questions and you must answer 34 questions correctly to pass. There is a 50 minute time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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You should line up_____when getting ready to back under the trailer.

2 / 40

You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

3 / 40

The CDL manual indicates the last step on picking up students at the bus stop is as follows:

4 / 40

The transport index of a radioactive material:

5 / 40

When inspecting the ______you are making sure that the lines and hoses are not chafed, cut, pinched, or dragged against tractor parts.

6 / 40

Of the following hazardous material classes, which is the most dangerous?

7 / 40

A vehicle placarded for Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 explosives:

8 / 40

What handling effect should you expect when your tank has baffles?

9 / 40

Urban mass transit coaches may have a brake and accelerator interlock system. Which of the following statements is true?

10 / 40

What method should be used to test that the air is flowing to all the trailers?

11 / 40

What do you check when doing a visual inspection of the coupling?

12 / 40

For any flatbed load you must have at least ____ tie downs.

13 / 40

What does it mean when the safety valve releases air?

14 / 40

You should keep a minimum of ____between another vehicle and the double trailer with 100 ft truck driving at 30 mph.

15 / 40

How can you check slack adjusters?

16 / 40

What will probably happen if the converter dolly is still under the second trailer and the pintle hook is unhooked?

17 / 40

Before pulling away, make sure the landing gear of the trailer is:

18 / 40

An air system that is fully charged will typically have ___ psi of pressure.

19 / 40

This carries hydraulic fluid or air to the wheel brake assemby.

20 / 40

When is it best to wear your seat belt?

21 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

22 / 40

You must have placards for explosives, poison gas or flammables exceeding:

23 / 40

Which of the following must drivers have in their possession while transporting class A or B explosives?

24 / 40

A bus has a GVWR of 22,000 pounds and seats 24 passengers. What CDL class is this vehicle?

25 / 40

When would a drive-wheel skid result in a jackknife when pulling doubles?

26 / 40

A portable tank differs from a cargo tank in that ______.

27 / 40

You must control how far packages labeled "Radioactive II" or "Radioactive III" are located from people and cargo space walls by referring to:

28 / 40

Which of the following statements about the bus interior is false?

29 / 40

What is the stopping distance for a tractor trailer that is traveling at 55 mph on dry pavement?

30 / 40

Select the true statement about what the Air Compressor Governor controls:

31 / 40

How far away are you required to park from a bridge, tunnel, or building if you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials?

32 / 40

Forward and back surge is powerful in this type of tanker.

33 / 40

How do you test your service brakes?

34 / 40

The most important hand signal you should agree on with a helper is:

35 / 40

After coupling with a trailer, what position should the front trailer supports be in before driving away?

36 / 40

Remember to_____to prevent rollovers.

37 / 40

It is important for driving safety to always be looking ahead. Which of the following is NOT a recommended time/distance that you should be looking ahead?

38 / 40

When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

39 / 40

In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valves and pintle hook be in?

40 / 40

The pintle hook should be_____ and the converter dolly air tank drain valve is___when doing a walk around inspection of a triple or double trailer.

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How To Get A new mexico Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in New Mexico, applicants must meet the following age eligibility requirements.

  • Be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within New Mexico).
  • Be at least 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of New Mexico).

To be eligible to operate a commercial vehicle in New Mexico, applicants must provide verification that they are medically fit to operate a commercial vehicle. New Mexico applicants must pass a vision test.

Applicants in New Mexico are required to submit the following documents when they apply for a CDL.

  • (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate
  • CDL Holder Self-Certification form

Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in New Mexico. Applicants must possess a basic Class D driver’s license.

New Mexico CDL Endorsements
H – Hazmat Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Towing a Double or Triple Trailer
X – Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazardous Materials

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new mexico CDL License Test Tips

Every New Mexico CDL applicant must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. To pass the knowledge test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. There are additional tests for applicants who want to earn endorsements to drive specialized commercial vehicles. The New Mexico skills test can be taken 14 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control and on-road driving tests. The knowledge and skills tests are scored independently.

Military veterans who were discharged within 90 days of the application and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they meet certain requirements. To qualify for a waiver, applicants must:

  • Be a resident of New Mexico.
  • Have operated an equivalent vehicle to a commercial motor vehicle in the military for at least 2 years before they apply for the CDL.
  • Submit an Application for Military Skills Test Waiver that is signed by the commanding officer.

Additional Information

Information on the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division

The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division provides oversight for the CDL license requirements in New Mexico. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/commercial-drivers-licenses.aspx

Phone: 888.683.4636

Email:  [email protected]

 

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