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CDL Practice Test

Welcome to the CDL practice test site for New York State. Our test questions are designed to prepare you for the questions you’ll see on the New York State DMV CDL Test. The questions on these practice tests cover topics from the NYS CDL manual. You can take these New York CDL practice tests as many times as you need to, and the tests are free to take. 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

If you double your speed, what will happen to your stopping distance?

it increases by two times

it increases by four times

it stays about the same

none of these answers are correct answers are correct

2 / 40

On a bus, you may sometimes haul small-arms ammunition, emergency shipments of drugs, or hospital supplies. The total weight of all such hazardous materials must not be greater than:

100 pounds

500 pounds

250 pounds

300 pounds

3 / 40

What product is typically carried in a liquid tank trailer without baffles?

Fuel.

Fertilizer.

Hydrogen peroxide.

Food or milk products.

4 / 40

Select when you should use the parking brake:

when in residential areas

when you are leaving your vehicle for more than an hour

each time you leave your vehicle for any amount of time

with rare exception, every time you leave your vehicle

5 / 40

If you are hauling hazardous materials and have ___ tires on your vehicle, you must stop and check them every time you park.

radial

bias

dual

treaded

6 / 40

You should never brake and should rely only steering inputs to avoid a crash while driving a tanker truck.

True

True, but only in ideal conditions

False

True, but only on downgrades

7 / 40

It is very important that you never smoke around which hazard classes?

All hazard classes.

It is ok to smoke anywhere.

Explosives, flammable gas, oxidizers, flammable solids, flammable liquids.

Corrosive, radioactive, dangerous, slippery when wet, inhalation.

8 / 40

When checking the wheelchair lift, the things you should look for are:

Leaking, damaged, or missing wheelchairs.

Stripped screw drive linkages and fluid drips.

Bent or dinged lift floor.

Leaking, damaged, or missing parts and that the lift is fully retracted and latched.

9 / 40

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

None of the answers listed.

The center of gravity is generally lower than with other large trucks.

The vehicle can handle higher speeds around curves than other large trucks.

The vehicle can turn over even when driving at the posted speed limit for curves.

10 / 40

Which of the following is the proper definition of a cargo tank?

A bulk container which can be securely affixed to a vehicle.

None of these answers are correct.

A bulk container not permanently attached to a vehicle.

A bulk container permanently attached to a vehicle.

11 / 40

This item should be firmly attached the to frame, be solid, and clear of objects:

The locking jaw

The catwalk

None of these answers are correct answers are correct

The lock pins

12 / 40

The safety catch for the fifth wheel locking lever must be ____ for a coupling to be complete.

threaded through the locking lever

above the locking lever

sticking straight up

below the locking lever

13 / 40

You should_____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop your tanker.

use the emergency brakes only

keep a firm pressure on the brake pedal

use stab or controlled braking

turn off the abs and brace for impact

14 / 40

You should_____when checking the slack adjusters on S-Cam brakes.

pull on the slack adjuster while the parking brakes are on

pull on the slack adjusters after draining the air from the system

make sure there is an inch of leeway in each direction for the slack adjuster

pull hard on each slack adjuster while wearing gloves

15 / 40

When would you lock some emergency roof hatches in a partly open position?

Never

For fresh air

First day of spring

Whenever you enter a tunnel

16 / 40

How should the hand valve be used?

only when accompanied by the service brakes

only when the trailer is loaded to its maximum weight

to test the trailer brakes

only when accompanied by the foot brake

17 / 40

When should the trailer hand valve be used?

all answers listed

to test the trailer brakes

when driving at highway speeds

when parked in a service lot

18 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to empty trucks:

they may have poor traction due to bouncing and wheel lockup

they require a shorter stopping distance than a fully loaded trailer

none of the answers listed

they are easier to stop because there isn't cargo shifting in the trailer

19 / 40

Which of the following is the most important reason for doing a pre-trip inspection?

because other drivers do it

to make sure nothing has been stolen from the vehicle

safety for yourself and other road users

to make sure the vehicle will make your destination

20 / 40

How should the trailer be lined up when preparing to back the tractor up?

directly in front of the trailer

about 12 degrees to the right

about 12 degrees to the left

directly behind the trailer

21 / 40

What is the normal operating range for a truck's oil pressure?

20-30 psi

30-75 psi

This is engine-specific

40-60 psi

22 / 40

There are 2 reasons as to why hauling liquids take special care. One reason is the ___center of gravity.

high

low

narrow

long

23 / 40

What is the reason that placards are used?

to prevent terrorism

it is the law

so hazmat is not mixed with food

communicate the risk

24 / 40

What position should the heaviest trailer be in when pulling 3 trailers?

in the middle

it makes no difference

in the front

in the back

25 / 40

Surge affects the handling of a tanker by:

Moving the truck in the direction the liquid flows in.

Allowing you to take tighter turns.

Increasing the wind drag.

None of the answers listed.

26 / 40

Which contains more alcohol: a 12-ounce glass of 5% beer, a 5-ounce glass of 12% wine or a 1 1/2-ounce shot of 80 proof liquor?

5-ounce glass of 12% wine

they all contain the same amount of alcohol

12-ounce glass of 5% beer

1 1/2-ounce shot of 80 proof liquor

27 / 40

Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

If time allows, notify the police.

If time allows, notify the dispatcher about evacuation location, conditions, and type of assistance needed.

If time allows, backup to the stop before evacuating the bus.

If time allows, walk through the bus and close all windows.

28 / 40

What is a king pin?

it is a pin that holds the wheel on to the axles

it is a pin that a driver receives for being a safe driver

it is a pin that locks the air brake lines together

it is a pin that locks the trailer to the tractor on the fifth wheel

29 / 40

What must vehicles with air brakes have?

a minimum of 2 air tanks

an air pressure gauge that shows the pressure available for braking

an air pressure gauge that shows how much air is used by the brake chambers for braking

all of these answers are correct

30 / 40

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

Un marks

Name in italics

Descriptive name in roman print

Identification number

31 / 40

Check that the parking brake will hold by____when the parking brake is engaged and the trailer brakes released if not a combination vehicle.

shifting down to a low gear and trying to pull forward gently

shift up into a high gear and let off the clutch quickly

all answers listed

while in neutral increase the rpm to 1500

32 / 40

Why are you required to take an exam about air brakes?

you cannot receive a CDL at all otherwise

all trucks have air brakes

you would have to get a CDL with a restriction otherwise

it is a federal requirement

33 / 40

Which of the following statements is true about speed management?

Speed limits for buses are the same as cars.

All of these answers are correct.

You should be able to stop within the distance that you can see ahead.

The posted speed limit is safe for all conditions.

34 / 40

A trailer is at the right height to have the tractor backed up to it when:

the kingpin is about 1 1/5 inches above the fifth wheel

it'll raise slightly when the tractor is backed up under it

the fifth wheel will not come in contact with the kingpin

the top of the kingpin is even with the bottom of the fifth wheel

35 / 40

How do you supply air to the trailer tanks?

by pushing in the trailer air supply valve

by connecting the red and blue lines

by connecting the service line glad hand

by pulling out the trailer air supply valve

36 / 40

You should brake on a long steep downgrade hill as a supplement to the braking effects of the engine

when the GVCW is above 20,000 lbs

when the vehicle is runaway

yes

37 / 40

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

someone might try to pass you on your left

all of these answers are correct

you might damage your leaf springs

someone might try to pass you on your right

38 / 40

Where are shut off valves located on trailers that are doubles or triples?

on service air lines

on emergency air lines

on emergency and service air lines

on parking brake lines

39 / 40

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

6 seconds

5 seconds

7 seconds

8 seconds

40 / 40

When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

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

All of these answers are correct.

Sign a uniform hazardous waste manifest.

Carry a uniform hazardous waste manifest in the truck.

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How To Get A new york Commercial Drivers License

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

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

To be eligible to drive a commercial vehicle in New York, applicants must provide verification that they are physically capable of operating a commercial vehicle. New York applicants must pass a vision test. All applicants must submit the following documents when they apply for a CDL.

(Form 649-F) Medical Examination Report (must be signed by applicant and physician)
CDL Holder Self-Certification document

Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled and drivers with multiple licenses in different states are not eligible for a CDL in New York. Available endorsements include:

H – Hazmat Vehicles
M – Metal Coil
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
R – Recreational Vehicles Over 26,000 pounds
S – School Bus
T – Double or Triple Trailer
W – Tow Truck
X – Combination Tank and Hazmat Vehicle

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new york CDL License Test Tips

Every New York CDL applicant must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the New York test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The New York skills test can be taken 14 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 1 year of the application and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they can show proof of military enlistment or discharge, have operated an equivalent military vehicle in the past two years, possess a valid NY driver’s license, and submit an application for the Military Skills Test Waiver that is signed by the commanding officer.

Additional Information

Information on the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles

The New York Motor State Department of Motor Vehicles provides administers CDL license requirements in New York. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://dmv.ny.gov/commercial-drivers/commercial-driver-licenses

Phone: 518.486.9786

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