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CDL Practice Test

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.

1 / 40

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

for the kingpin to activate on the driver's side first

about 12 degrees to the left of the trailer

above 12 degrees to the right of the trailer

directly in front of the trailer

2 / 40

You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

percentage of water

fuel to air ratio

expansion rate

distribution of the weight

3 / 40

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

Open the service door just enough to activate the alternating red light when traffic is in a safe distance from the bus.

Make a final check to confirm all traffic stops before opening the bus door and signaling students to approach.

Place transmission in park or neutral and set parking brake.

Activate the amber flashing caution lights to warn vehicles that the bus will stop to load passengers soon.

4 / 40

The transport index of a radioactive material:

Is something that only the shipper needs to worry about.

Tells the degree of control needed during transportation.

Is another way of writing the weight of the package.

None of these answers are correct.

5 / 40

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

air brake lines

electric/air lines

lifts/door/ties

mud flaps

6 / 40

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

Division 63

Division 62

Division 64

Division 61

7 / 40

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

May not be parked on the cosignee's property.

May never be left unattended under any condition.

May be left unattended in a safe haven.

May never be parked on private property.

8 / 40

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

There is no difference in handling when you have baffles.

There will not be as much side to side surge compared to a tank without baffles.

There will not be as much front to back surge compared to a tank without baffles.

The surge will be slower than a tank without baffles.

9 / 40

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

The interlock releases when you close the rear door.

All of these answers are correct.

Do not use this safety feature in place of the parking brake.

The interlock applies the brakes and holds the throttle in idle position when the rear door is open.

10 / 40

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

only a certified mechanic can check for this

check the pressure indicator dial on the final trailer

pump the brakes with the windows down

listen for air flow after opening the shutoff valves at the rear of the last trailer

11 / 40

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

none of the answers listed

that the locking jaw is open around the kingpin and that there is some space between the lower and upper fifth wheel

that the locking jaw is closed around the kingpin and that there is no space between the upper and lower fifth wheel

the locking jaw is closed around the kingpin and there is no space beween the lower and upper fifth wheel

12 / 40

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

one

six

two

four

13 / 40

What does it mean when the safety valve releases air?

pressure has passed 150 psi

there is too much air in the air compressor

all of these answers are correct

you need it to have it checked out by a mechanic because something is wrong

14 / 40

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

13 seconds

10 seconds

8 seconds

15 seconds

15 / 40

How can you check slack adjusters?

by using a fixed wrench

by pulling hard on each slack adjuster

by frequently checking the pressure gauge

it is not possible to check manually

16 / 40

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

the engine brakes will unlock

the dolly tow bar could fly up

the air lines will explode

nothing will happen

17 / 40

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

Down and that the handle is hanging free.

Down and that the handle is secured.

Raised and that the handle is hanging free.

Raised and that the handle is secured.

18 / 40

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

250

200

125

19 / 40

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

Connector rods

Slack pieces

Brake drums

Brake lines/hoses

20 / 40

When is it best to wear your seat belt?

Only when you will be driving over 35 mph.

Always.

Only if your bus holds more than 27 people.

Only if required by company policy.

21 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency

anti-lock braking systems (ABS) only activate when wheels are about to lock

if a tire blows, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly

you can almost always turn to miss an obstacle more quickly than you can stop

22 / 40

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

100 pounds

10 pounds

Any amount

10 cartons

23 / 40

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

The written route plan.

A gas mask.

The carrier's insurance policy.

None of these answers are correct.

24 / 40

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

Class A

Class D

Class B

Class C

25 / 40

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

when the trailer pushes the towed vehicle sideways

when the trailer slides to the right into the shoulder

when the tractor brakes lock up

when the tractor spins around

26 / 40

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

none of these answers are correct

cargo tanks are bulk containers, which are not permanently attached to a vehicle

portable tanks are bulk containers, which are permanently attached to a vehicle

portable tanks are bulk containers, which are not permanently attached to a vehicle

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:

The table of hazardous materials.

The segregation and separation chart.

The transport index and the separation distances table.

The list of hazardous materials and reportable quantities.

28 / 40

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

Never drive with an open emergency exit door or window.

The seats must be safe for riders all seats must be securely fastened to the bus.

If there is a red emergency door light, it must work.

If you use your outside lights, you don't need to turn on red emergency door light.

29 / 40

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

about 200 feet which is 2/3 of a football field

about 150 feet which is 1/2 of a football field

about 600 feet with is about two football field lengths

about 300 feet which is about a football field length

30 / 40

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

it controls when the warning system is activated

it controls when the brakes will be applied

it controls when air is released from the storage tank

it controls when the air compressor pumps air into the storage tanks

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?

At least 600 feet

At least 300 feet

At least 400 feet

At least 500 feet

32 / 40

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

Waffle

Smooth bore

Hard stroke

Bulktruck

33 / 40

How do you test your service brakes?

apply pressure to the brake pedal when moving at highway speeds

after releasing the parking brake, move forward slowly and apply pressure to the brake pedal

release the air pressure and activate the parking brake

pull over and activate the parking brake

34 / 40

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

“faster”

“go”

“turn up the music”

“stop”

35 / 40

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

in the fully raised position with the crank handle secured to its bracket

none of the answers listed

raised half way with the crank handle stored in the cab

raised to the top and then taken 3 cranks down and the crank handle stored in its bracket

36 / 40

Remember to_____to prevent rollovers.

have the load centered

drive slowly around turns

have the load as low to the ground as possible

all answers listed

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?

about 12-15 seconds

about 5 car lengths on the highway

about 1/4 mile for open highway driving

about 1 block for city driving

38 / 40

When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

Sign a uniform hazardous waste manifest.

Have the word "waste" before the name of the material on the bills.

Carry a uniform hazardous waste manifest in the truck.

All of these answers are correct.

39 / 40

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

open and open

open and latched

closed and latched

closed and open

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.

latched, open

free, open

latched, closed

free, closed

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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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