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

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You can be sure air is supplied to the second trailer by:

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What placards, if any, do you need if your load includes 20 pounds of Division 2.3 gas and 1,001 pounds of flammable gas?

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

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It is important to know the outage required for the liquids you carry because:

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An air system that is fully charged will typically have ___ psi of pressure.

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The golden rule for school buses when approaching and crossing railroad tracks is:

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How should the hand valve be used?

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

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The longest crack that brake or disc drums can have is:

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At around____the governor allows the air compressor to start pumping again:

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Which of the following statements is FALSE?

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What do you do first during step 3 of starting the engine and inspecting the inside of the cab?

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Remember to_____when steering to avoid a crash while driving doubles.

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

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Select the best description of a baffle tank:

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What do you check when doing a visual inspection of the coupling?

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Select the true statement about retest markings:

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

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Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

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When backing, what is the best method to use to avoid blind spots?

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Air tanks should be drained:

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Select the two things that are important in preventing a rollover:

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For Division 1.1 or 1.2 Explosives A, should the floor liner required be stainless steel?

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If a rider wants to bring a car battery or a can of gasoline or kerosene aboard your bus, you should:

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When driving in very hot temperatures, you should:

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You should_____to uncouple the converter dolly.

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In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

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When backing your vehicle, which of the following is NOT recommended

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Where is compressed air stored?

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An example of a low pressure warning signal for air brakes is:

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A driver that hauls hazardous materials must attend training every:

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Select the true statement:

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On tandem axle for trailers, the sliding mechanism and locking device is:

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Operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others or physically assaulting a driver or their vehicle is known as?

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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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If there is not a sight glass to check the oil level you are required to look for leaks around the _____.

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A commercial motor vehicle (CMV) is defined as:

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This object should not be damaged, bent, or rusted through and be evenly centered with the tires and dual wheels evenly separated.

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What is most likely to occur when the front wheels begin to skid?

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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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