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CDL Practice Test

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.

1 / 40

How far away are you required to park from a bridge, tunnel, or building if you are carrying Division 1.2 or 1.3 materials?

At least 300 feet

At least 400 feet

At least 500 feet

At least 600 feet

2 / 40

When conducting a pre-trip inspection, the most important item to verify is _____.

that the radio transmits a signal

that there are no leaks in the air brake system

that the tire tread is sufficient for the expected driving conditions

that the registration is in the cup holder

3 / 40

You should be in the proper gear before going down a hill because:

it helps control your speed better

water may build up in the air tanks if you do not rely on the engine brake

it builds up the air pressure in the air tanks

brakes may fail or fade from excessive heat due to relying on them too much and not using the engine brake effect

4 / 40

Make sure____when the front trailer supports are up and the trailer is sitting on the tractor.

neither of the answers listed

there is enough space for clearance between the nose of the trailer and the tops of the tractor tires

both of the answers listed

there is enough space for clearance between the landing gear and the tractor frame

5 / 40

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

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

have the trailer brakes off

press down on the brake pedal twice

all answers listed

6 / 40

Select the statement that is true in regards to managing space to the sides.

high gust winds do not cause any issues for triples and doubles

all answers listed

you should always keep your vehicle to the right side of the lane

you should try to avoid driving next to others when possible

7 / 40

To prevent a roll over a driver can 1) keep the cargo as low to the ground as possible and 2) _____.

have the fifth wheel's free play as tight as possible

drive while intoxicated

have the brakes properly adjusted

take turns slowly

8 / 40

The container for the mechanism that transforms the steering column action into wheel action is:

Steering hoses/box

Steering linkage

Locking pin

Air brake system

9 / 40

What is the purpose of the supply pressure gauge?

to inform you of how much air is in the tank

all of these answers are correct

to inform you about how hot the air in the tank is

to inform you if there is too little air in the tank

10 / 40

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

The un or na id number of the product.

The owner's puco or icc number.

The date of manufacture.

The chemtrec phone number.

11 / 40

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

below the locking lever

above the locking lever

sticking straight up

threaded through the locking lever

12 / 40

You should adjust all the outside left and right side flat mirrors to see:

The children's exit path out of the main bus door.

The rear right and left tires touching the ground as well as 200 feet behind the bus.

The passenger area inside the bus.

The entire area to the rear of the mirror along the side of the bus.

13 / 40

Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

an empty van is lower than a loaded one

the weight of the cargo changes a truck's height

warning lights are always installed on low bridges and overpasses

the heights posted at bridges are usually accurate

14 / 40

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

ignore rude gestures and refuse to react negatively

all of these answers are correct

if you can safely do it, call the police from a cell phone

avoid eye contact

15 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to the liquid inside of a bulk tank causing a tank truck to roll sideways.

All answers listed.

It can occur even with baffles inside that slow the flow.

It can occur even when driving at the posted speed limit.

It can occur when driving through a curve.

16 / 40

When arriving at the destination announce:

The location.

All of these answers are correct.

The next departure time.

The reason for stopping.

17 / 40

The main reason you should pull the dolly out from under a trailer before disconnecting it from the trailer in front is:

removing the dolly before uncoupling is not the correct procedure

so the rear-trailer's air brake system will stay charged and keep the trailer wheels locked to prevent rolling

to provide additional lateral stabilization to the front trailer

it is possible that the dolly tow bar could fly up making it difficult to re-couple

18 / 40

While completing the 1st component of the air brake check you are required to fully push down on the foot brake and _____.

both of the answers listed

none of the answers listed

see if the air pressure drops more than 3 lbs in a minute while holding it down for that full minute in a single vehicle

see if the air pressure drops more than 4 lbs in a minute while holding it down for a full minute in a combination vehicle

19 / 40

When checking for_____you are looking for dripping fluids or puddles on the ground below the transmission or engine.

leaks

coolant level

air brake system

power steering fluid

20 / 40

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

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

they should always be kept well-greased up

they are not allowed to have any cracks

the linings should fit loosely around the brake shoe

21 / 40

Double and triple trailers should be driven with care to avoid a rollover or jacknife.

false

true

only in ideal conditions

only on downgrades

22 / 40

You may use DANGEROUS placards instead of separate placards for each Table 2 hazard class when:

You have not loaded 2,205 pounds or more of any table 2 hazard class material at any one place (you must use the specific placard for this material).

Both of these conditions must be met.

The correct answer is not listed.

You have 1,001 pounds or more of two or more table 2 hazard classes, requiring different placards.

23 / 40

When should air tanks be drained?

at every restroom break stop

they don't need to be drained

at the end of each working day

every 7 days

24 / 40

What does the air compressor governor control?

when air pressure is applied to the brakes

when the air is taken out of the hoses

when air is pumped into the air tanks

when the valve system releases pressure

25 / 40

The direction of liquid movement not prevented by baffles is:

None of the answers listed.

Bottom to top.

Side to side.

Back to front.

26 / 40

The most stable tanker shape is:

Round

Elliptical

Square

Cylindrical

27 / 40

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

all trucks have air brakes

you would have to get a CDL with a restriction otherwise

it is a federal requirement

you cannot receive a CDL at all otherwise

28 / 40

How do you check the connection after locking the kingpin into the fifth wheel?

pull forward 25 feet, turn to the left, and then to the right

pull forward 25 feet, turn to the right, and then to the left

pull the tractor at a sharp right to release the trailer brakes

pull the tractor ahead gently with the trailer brakes locked down

29 / 40

When approaching a school bus stop, you should:

Continuously check all mirrors.

Activate your overhead amber lights.

Gradually decrease speed until the stop.

All of these answers are correct.

30 / 40

The best way to test if the spring brakes come on automatically is to:

apply pressure on and off the brake pedal until the manufacturer's low psi specification has been met for the spring brakes to deploy

apply pressure on and off the brake pedal until the parking valve pops out on single vehicles

apply pressure on and off the brake pedal until the parkng brake valve pops out on tractor-trailer vehicles

all of these answers are correct

31 / 40

Which of the following should you do when driving the school bus in high wind?

Pull off the road to wait for the winds to die down.

Keep a strong grip on the steering wheel and try to anticipate gust.

Speed up to get away from the wind as quickly as possible.

Drive only head-in to the wind to avoid cross-wind buffeting.

32 / 40

The shipping papers for hazardous materials can be found:

In a pouch on the driver's door.

In clear view, within reach while driving.

On the driver's seat when out of the vehicle.

Any of the above locations.

33 / 40

Suspension systems:

keep the steering wheel tight

keep the axles in place

keep the brake drums from failing

keep the load secure

34 / 40

Why should you know the outage?

Just in case you become a contestant in a trivia competition.

Baffles are not always permitted with certain types of liquids.

Liquids expand different amounts.

Heavier liquids don't require outage.

35 / 40

The 3 parts of the air brake system are: service brakes, parking brakes, and ____.

disc brakes

bolt brakes

foot brakes

v-cam brakes

36 / 40

How do you check the air flow to the last trailer?

listen for escaping air after opening the emergency shut off valve

watch the brake lights as you step on the brake pedal

pull the vehicle forward and then step on the brakes

while on an level surface, test the emergency brake lines

37 / 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.

Both of these answers are correct.

There is a traffic light showing green.

None of these answers are correct.

38 / 40

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

The frame

The landing gear

Electrical/air connections

The locking pins/tandem release arm

39 / 40

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

To make sure the electrical connections are good.

To make sure that uncoupling easier.

To decease heat and noise.

To prevent any steering problems.

40 / 40

What handling effect will baffles have?

There will be less of surging front to back.

There will be less side to side surging.

There will be an increase in slow surge.

None of the answers listed.

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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.

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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.

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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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