new york
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

Select why you should not use the trailer hand valve while driving:

you should only ever use the parking brake

it does not work as well as the foot brake does

there is a possibility it will make the trailer skid

it will cause the tractor to shake

2 / 40

What school bus accidents should be reported?

All accidents.

Only accidents casusing injury.

Only accidents determined to be the fault of the bus driver.

No accidents.

3 / 40

In what location must you keep your shipping papers which describe any hazardous materials?

In a fire-safe pouch under the passenger seat while you are driving.

On the driver's seat anytime you are outside of the vehicle.

In a fire-safe pouch under the driver's seat that you can reach while you are driving.

In a locked glove compartment anytime you are outside of the vehicle.

4 / 40

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

the linings should fit loosely around the brake shoe

they are not allowed to have any cracks

they should not have cracks that are longer than half the width of the friction area

they should always be kept well-greased up

5 / 40

What should you hook up before backing a tractor to a trailer for coupling?

the safety bar

the electrical service line

there is nothing to be hooked up

the service and emergency air lines

6 / 40

For what reason do you keep the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection?

so you don't lose it

so no one moves the vehicle while you are inspecting underneath it

you will need it to inspect the trailer

you will need it to open the side box

7 / 40

When you have a major leak in the service line and you apply pressure to the brakes, the service air pressure will escape and:

the tractor spring brakes will kick on

the hand valve will stop functioning

the trailer tank pressure will be gone

the trailer emergency brakes will kick on

8 / 40

Cargo tanks are:

Filled while they are off your vehicle, then attached for transportation.

Only made in one size.

Bulk packaging permanently attached to your vehicle.

Bulk packaging temporarily attached to your vehicle.

9 / 40

The most dangerous time during the school bus ride is:

When loading and unloading students.

On long bus journeys.

When the students become unruly on the bus.

Crossing railway crossing.

10 / 40

Should your air compressor stop working:

there will be no affect to your brakes

you will lose your ability to brake immediately

the brakes will lock up on you immediately

there will still be air pressure left in the air tanks

11 / 40

Select the true statement about retest markings:

They must be stamped on the tank.

It shows what type of inspection or test was completed.

All answers listed.

Must have a date of the last retest marked.

12 / 40

Select which is not an engine compartement belt:

A safety belt

An air compressor belt

A water pump belt

A power steering belt

13 / 40

This object should not have any missing parts, be fully raised, the crank handle is secured, and that there is no damage to the frame.

Landing gear

Lifts/doors/tires

Drop arm

Release arm

14 / 40

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

fully engage the clutch

apply the parking brake

aggressively pump the accelerator

shift to neutral

15 / 40

Before backing under the trailer you should______when coupling a tractor and trailer with air lines already connected.

press down on the brake pedal twice

all answers listed

supply air to the trailer system and then pull the air supply knob out

have the trailer brakes off

16 / 40

How many different hazard classes are there?

17 / 40

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

The lock pins

The locking jaw

The catwalk

None of these answers are correct answers are correct

18 / 40

Select the statement that describes smooth bore tanks:

They are 1 large tank.

None of the answers listed.

They are divided with holes from liquid to flow through controlling surge.

They are divided down into smaller tanks.

19 / 40

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

The danger of surge and the high center of gravity.

None of the answers listed.

The danger of surge and the low center of gravity.

The chance of rollover and of spontaneous combustion.

20 / 40

Select the action that is not appropriate when driving on slippery roads:

use a speed retarder or engine brake

none of the answers listed

use a light pressure on the brake and accelerator pedals

avoid having traffic in your side space

21 / 40

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

A leaking line or hose

A leak from the engine

All of these answers are correct

Problems with the water pump

22 / 40

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:

0.65

0.85

0.72

0.5

23 / 40

Select what you should not do when coupling the glad hands.

cross the air supply lines to test for leaks

clean the couplers before connecting them

make sure to match the colors or check the tags before connecting

press the seals together at a 90 degree angle

24 / 40

A tank trailer should never be fully loaded due to:

The movement is stronger.

The will be more shifting of the load.

The baffles aren't as effective.

The liquid can expand causing a leak from the trailer.

25 / 40

You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

the tractor comes in contact with the front of the trailer

the cargo inside the trailer shifts

the rear wheels are visible in the mirror

the fifth wheel has just touched the trailer

26 / 40

An oncoming vehicle keeps its high beams on. You should deal with this hazard by:

Look slightly to the right at a right lane or edge marking, if available.

Quickly flash your high beams to give them fair warning.

None of these answers are correct.

Turning your high beams on to "get back at them".

27 / 40

On a drawbridge, you do not need to stop, but must slow down and make sure it's safe, when:

The bridge has an attendant or traffic officer who controls traffic whenever the bridge opens.

There is a traffic light showing green.

None of these answers are correct.

Both of these answers are correct.

28 / 40

Tankers used to transport hazardous materials on vehicles must be marked with:

The owner's puco or icc number.

The chemtrec phone number.

The un or na id number of the product.

The date of manufacture.

29 / 40

Which of the following is NOT an appropriate reason to flash your braking lights?

to alert drivers behind you that there are hazards ahead

to warn drivers behind you when you need to slow down

to warn vehicles approaching you from behind that you are driving slowly

to signal to tailgaters that they are too close to your vehicle

30 / 40

A commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is defined as:

a vehicle transporting hazardous materials

a vehicle transporting 16 or more passengers

a vehicle with a gross weight over 26,001 lbs

all of these answers are correct

31 / 40

The object that doesn't get checked at the side of the trailer is the:

The landing gear

The locking pins/tandem release arm

The frame

Electrical/air connections

32 / 40

A tractor should not be backed under a trailer until the whole air system is:

at a level of 70 and 90 psi

at a level of 50 and 70 psi

at a normal pressure

at half of its normal pressure

33 / 40

Which of the following about the front tires on a commercial bus is true?

Can be regrooved or recapped as long as they have 4/32 tread depth.

Can be recapped, but never regrooved.

Must not be recapped, but can be regrooved.

Must not have recapped or regrooved tires.

34 / 40

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

The headlights

The side mirrors

The windshield

The lighting indicators

35 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to what is required of a driver with a double or triple trailers:

drive with extra care in mountains and in bad weather

increase your following distance

all of the answers listed

none of the answers listed

36 / 40

The sliding mechanism and locking device for a tandem axle on trailers is:

Suspension system

Locking pins/tandem release arm

Apron

Metal frame

37 / 40

You should decrease to a safe speed before entering a curve and then_____through it.

accelerate

pump the brakes

shift down 2 gears

ride the brakes

38 / 40

This item does not need to be checked during the cab check.

The windshield wipers and fluid levels

The defroster/heater

The horn

The air conditioning

39 / 40

What are the 3 methods for securing a second trailer before coupling?

parking on level ground, chocking the tires, and charging the trailer air tank if it doesn't have spring brakes

chocking the tires, parking on level ground, and charging the air tank

parking against another trailer, locking the trailer door, and chocking the tires

all answers listed

40 / 40

Select which vehicles are required to have a low air pressure warning signal:

they are optional

all vehicles built after 2010

all operating vehicles with air brakes

all vehicles built after 2005

Your score is

The average score is 0%

4.6/5 - (5 votes)

CDL Category Practice Tests

CDL Practice Test

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

Hit the Open Road

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

Additional New York CDL Helpful Links

Please use the links below to access more valuable New York CDL testing resources and to learn more about practice driving tests for the state of New York.

new york CDL Practice Test