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Welcome to the Nevada CDL practice test site. You are welcome to take these CDL practice tests as many times as you like as the tests 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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Who is responsible for packaging, labeling, and preparing the hazardous material shipping papers for a common carrier?

2 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to brake drums:

3 / 40

A placard is required for a combustible liquid at?

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

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

6 / 40

How should you inspect a converter dolly?

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What do yo need to do before supplying air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

8 / 40

Make sure that____when the front trailer supports are up and the trailer is resting on the tractor.

9 / 40

In the event of a tire failure you should...

10 / 40

You should expect____when backing a tractor under a trailer.

11 / 40

The method for testing hydraulic brakes for leaks is to _____.

12 / 40

Before pulling away, make sure the landing gear of the trailer is:

13 / 40

Why is understanding the loading and unloading procedures so critical?

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Which of the following three hazard classes should NOT be placed into a temperature-controlled trailer (one with a heater/air conditioner unit)?

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What is the main difference between a portable tank and a cargo tank?

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An "A/W" the first column of the hazardous materials table means:

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Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

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Select the true statement in regards to unhooking the pintle hook while the converter dolly is still under the trailer.

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The two other places where the hazardous identification number must appear are:

20 / 40

Signs of distracted drivers include:

21 / 40

Select the vehicle that off-tracks the most.

22 / 40

____is the most common type of foundation brakes used by heavy vehicles.

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Another term for a smooth bore tank is:

24 / 40

What handling effect will baffles have?

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Which trailer is most likely to turn over when you make a sudden turn while pulling doubles?

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What is the best way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle?

27 / 40

Air tanks should be drained:

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What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

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The amount of liquid you can carry depends on:

30 / 40

When should you not use the parking brakes?

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The safety valve is usually set to open at:

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The parking brakes should be used____in air brake vehicles.

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Select the statement that is true in regards to quick steering movements and triple/double trailers:

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

35 / 40

Air pressure should build___with a dual air system.

36 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to handing triples and doubles

37 / 40

What is a king pin?

38 / 40

When transporting hazardous loads, you must check the tires at least:

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

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You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

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How To Get A nevada Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in Nevada, applicants must be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within Nevada only). To operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of Nevada) they must be 21 years old.

Applicants must also provide verification that they are medically fit. Nevada applicants must complete the self-certification process. Depending on the circumstances, some applicants may be required to undergo additional medical testing and complete (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate.

Under certain circumstances, some drivers may be disqualified from earning their commercial license in Nevada. For example, drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in Nevada. Applicants cannot have driver’s licenses in more than one state.

Nevada CDL 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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nevada CDL License Test Tips

Every Nevada CDL applicant must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. Bus driver applicants must take the passenger transport test in addition to the bus driver test. Applicants who haul hazardous materials must submit to a TSA background check and take the Hazmat test. Applicants must pass each test with an 80 percent score.

The Nevada skills test includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each section. Recent military veterans and current military members can have the skills test waived if they are currently enlisted in the military or have served in the military within the past 12 months. Also, they can get a waiver if they have operated a motor vehicle equivalent to a commercial motor vehicle in the military within the past year. Applicants are required to complete (Form CDL-004) Certification for Waiver of Skills Tests to be considered for a waiver.

Additional Information

Information on the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles

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

Website: https://dmvnv.com/cdl.htm

Phone: 702.486.4368

 

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