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Prepare for your Nebraska CDL test here. You can take these Nebraska CDL practice test as many times you would like as you get ready to take the official test and earn your license. The best part? All of the tests on this site are 100% 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 safe driving, what does communicating mean?

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How much space should you see between the lower and upper fifth wheel when checking the coupling of a converter dolly?

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What action should you take before driving while drowsy?

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Commerical vehicles typically have this type of brake.

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Select the true statement in regards to your brake function when your ABS fails

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Why should you cover cargo?

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Select the item that is not checked in the engine compartment:

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Spring brakes are usually held back by_____during normal driving.

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Which of the following should you do when confronted by an aggressive driver?

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Select the true statement in regards to a converter dolly:

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You should follow behind other vehicles ______when traveling under 40 mph.

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When there is a hazardous materials emergency. You should:

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

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How do you know when your brakes are fading?

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

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

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

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

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Bus drivers must have a CDL if they drive a vehicle:

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Should the air pressure in the service air tanks fall below____the driver must be alerted via warning mechanism in the truck cab.

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If you have riders on board, you must never refuel:

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You should activate hazard lights within approximately how many feet before railroad crossing?

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

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When should air tanks be drained?

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Carry-on baggage cannot be stored:

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

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Select the true statement about tractor protection valve:

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

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What is the correct number of red reflective triangles that you should carry?

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

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Select the statement that best describes what the trailer air supply control does:

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At 55 miles-per-hour it takes about 6 seconds to stop a fully loaded truck and the braking distance is:

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Shifting into a lower gear and removing your foot off of the accelerator to slow your vehicle is known as?

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Select whether the following statement is true or false: Front wheel brakes are good to use in all conditions.

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Select the true statement in regards to as why you should make sure the fifth wheel plate is greased as recommended:

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To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

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What position should the tractor protection control valve be in after coupling?

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How can you determine if your vehicle is equipped with ABS?

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Which of the following types of emergency equipment must you have on your bus?

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Select the true statement in regards to converter dollies:

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How To Get A nebraska Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in Nebraska, applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle within the borders of Nebraska and 21 to drive outside of Nebraska.

Applicants must provide verification that they meet the medical requirements. Applicants must complete (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate with an FCSA-approved physician. The document must be completed in its entirety and submitted to the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles via mail, fax or e-mail.

There are also restrictions on who is able to earn a CDL in Nebraska based on their past driving record as well. Potential CDL applicants who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in Nebraska.

Endorsements
H – Hazardous Material
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Towing a Double or Triple Trailer
X – Combination Tank Vehicle and Hazardous Materials

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nebraska CDL License Test Tips

All Nebraska CDL applicants must pass the written knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. There are 50 questions on the general knowledge test, and applicants must answer 40 questions correctly. To be eligible for an endorsement, applicants must take a separate test for each endorsement. Applicants must answer 80 percent of the questions on each test correctly.

The Nebraska skills test includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each evaluation. Recent military veterans and current military members can qualify to have the skills test waived if they were discharged from the military within the past year or are currently enlisted in the reserves or service. Or, they are eligible if they have operated a motor vehicle equivalent to a commercial motor vehicle in the military. Applicants must complete an Application for Military Skills Test Waiver. This document must be certified by a commanding officer.

Additional Information

Information on the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles

The Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles regulates the CDL license requirements in Nebraska. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://dmv.nebraska.gov/cdl/cdl

Phone: 402.471.3861

Contact Locations: https://dmv.nebraska.gov/locations

 

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