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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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Puddles or dripping fluids from the underside of the transmission and engine may indicate:

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Start by___when coupling.

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What is the brake system that applies and releases the brakes when the brake pedal is used?

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The school bus driver may be the only contact person from school system some parents meet. The percentage of such parents is as high as:

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To be sure that air is supplied to the second trailer:

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Which of the following is a key steering component?

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Is it important to look into the back of the fifth wheel to see if the lockpin is locked in?

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

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Select the purpose of fanning air brakes:

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Animals and human foodstuffs should not be loaded in the same vehicle with?

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What is the purpose of a driver placarding his or her vehicle?

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Select the true statement in regards to brake drums or discs:

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Which of the following is NOT an acceptable type of marking for hazardous materials?

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When should you avoid using the parking brake?

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Which trailer should be the first one after the tractor?

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In what position should the converter dolly air tank drain valve be in for double trailer combination?

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When conducting a pre-trip inspection, the most important item to verify is _____.

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This object is required to be checked for damage, that it's secure, and strong enough to handle any cargo.

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Vehicle handling can become unsafe if the weight is not properly balanced. Hard steering can be caused by:

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You are driving a 60 foot truck at 55 MPH, how much space (in seconds) should you keep in front of you?

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This component should be checked that it is solid, securely bolted to the tracture frame, and clear of objects.

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Anti-lock brakes:

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To test the security of the tractor semi trailer connection you should:

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What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving?

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The system that needs to be checked for signs of leaks with rust or carbon soot and damage is the _____.

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What type fire extinguisher is required in the power unit of a placarded vehicle?

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You should_____to uncouple the converter dolly.

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

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Which trailer is most likely to tip over due to the crack the whip effect?

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The gauge that indicates normal or increasing lubrication pressure to prevent engine seizure, failure or breakdown is:

31 / 40

If there is rust around the nuts, what may it indicate?

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Which of the following statements about "Radioactive" labels is true?

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What might happen if you swing wide to the left before you turn right?

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The brake pushrod should not move more than____for manual slack adjusters.

35 / 40

Select the false statement about suspension:

36 / 40

Which of the following materials would be an acceptable floor liner for moving Division 1.1 or 1.2 materials?

37 / 40

Select the true statement about double or triple trailers.

38 / 40

What is the most important reason for doing a school bus inspection?

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

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The reason a bulk liquid tanker is hard to handle is:

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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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