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Welcome to the CDL practice test site for New Jersey. Questions from these tests cover rules and regulations in the NJ CDL manual. These questions are written to prepare you for the official NJ CDL test as you look to obtain your New Jersey CDL. You are welcome to take these New Jersey CDL permit practice tests as many times as you like as all of the tests on this site 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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In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

2 / 40

What color are all school buses painted?

3 / 40

You should have the fifth wheel plate greased as recommened because:

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You should make sure the_____before backing under a trailer.

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Which of the following would NOT be part of a standard vehicle inspection?

6 / 40

The emergency air line is _____and the service air line is____.

7 / 40

How do you secure a second trailer to your combination vehicle?

8 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the braking power of spring brakes.

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Select the true statement about dual air brake systems.

10 / 40

This object should be clean with no obstructions, illegal stickers or damage to the glass.

11 / 40

If your bus has an emergency exit door, it must:

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If you are traveling at 55 mph in a 30-foot vehicle, you should leave how many seconds of following distance?

13 / 40

Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

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Select the true statement about speed and stopping distance.

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What do yo need to do before supplying air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

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Select the true statement in regards to the center of gravity for tanks:

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What are some of the important parts in the steering system?

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What is the minimum amount of distance you should maintain when driving at 50 mph in ideal conditions with a 100 ft twin trailer combination?

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What keeps air in the tanks should the air compressor develop a leak?

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Some school busses are marked with the LNG placard. What does LNG stand for?

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How far before a railroad crossing should you stop your bus?

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Which of the following is not a prohibited practice on the bus:

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You should____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop due to a crash.

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Most states require school bus drivers to take a physical examination:

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Which trailer is most likely to turn over when you make a sudden turn while pulling doubles?

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Which seats not securely fastened to the bus are usually allowed?

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A shipper’s certification is best described as _____.

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Select the two reasons as to why special care is needed when driving a tank vehicle:

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You should_____when the low pressure warning is activated:

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Select the true statement in regards to quick steering movements and double trailers:

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What is most likely to occur when driving double and a set of trailer wheels goes into a skid?

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When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

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The two other places where the hazardous identification number must appear are:

34 / 40

What will occur if you cross the connect the air lines?

35 / 40

Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

36 / 40

Rods, connecting links, and arms from the steering box to the wheel are a part of the:

37 / 40

You should look into the back of the fifth wheel on a dolly to see if it is locked onto the kingpin.

38 / 40

What are spring brakes?

39 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to brake drums:

40 / 40

If you are stopped on an incline, how can you start moving without rolling back?

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How To Get A new jersey Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in New Jersey, applicants must be at least 18 years old to operate within state lines and must be at least 21 to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines. To be eligible to drive a commercial vehicle in New Jersey, applicants must provide verification that they are medically fit to operate a commercial vehicle. New Jersey applicants must pass a vision test and have 20/40 vision in each eye.

All applicants must 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 Jersey. Applicants must possess a basic New Jersey Class D driver’s license.

New Jersey CDL Endorsements

  • H – Hazmat Vehicles
  • N – Tank Vehicles
  • P – Passenger Vehicles
  • S – School Bus
  • T – Towing a Double or Triple Trailer

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new jersey CDL License Test Tips

Every New Jersey CDL applicant must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the New Jersey test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. There are additional tests for applicants who want to drive specialized commercial vehicles. The New Jersey skills test can be taken 20 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each section.

Military veterans who were discharged within 12 months of completing the CDL application and active military members can have the skills exam waived if they meet the requirements. To qualify for a waiver, applicants must show proof of military enlistment or discharge or have operated a motor vehicle equivalent to a commercial motor vehicle in the military within 12 months of the application date. In addition, applicants must possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license and submit an application for a Military Skills Test Waiver that is signed by the commanding officer.

Additional Information

Information on the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission

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

Website: https://www.state.nj.us/mvc/drivertopics/cdl.htm

Phone: 609.292.6500

 

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