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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

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

is between 50 and 80 psi

at a normal pressure

is at half of the maximum pressure

is between 40 and 60 psi

2 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to driving a truck with triple or double trailers:

the risk of trailer jackknifes and tipping is increased compared to shorter trucks

the truck requires increased following distance compared to smaller vehicles

all answers listed

extra care should be taken when driving in bad weather and in the mountains

3 / 40

A battery box check is important. The battery must be secure, connection must be tight, and cell caps must be present. In addition these items should be checked:

Battery connection should show signs of excessive wear.

Battery connections should not show signs of excessive corrosion, and the battery box and cover or door should not be damaged and should be secure.

The fluid level inside the battery.

Battery connections should not show signs of excessive corrosion, but the battery box and cover or door is unimportant.

4 / 40

As the driver of a bus, how can you best avoid hindering other traffic on the highway?

By staying in the right lane if you can.

By driving faster than the other traffic.

By never passing.

By passing only the slowest vehicles.

5 / 40

When a substance in the materials table is written in italics it means :

It is the proper shipping name.

It is a foreign substance.

It is not the proper shipping name only those in roman type above it are proper shipping names.

The substance is for international transport.

6 / 40

Upon what does the amount of liquid you can carry in a load depend?

The legal weight limits.

The weight of it.

The amount of expansion that will occur.

All of the answers listed.

7 / 40

To find out if a shipment includes a hazardous material, you should:

Ask the driver.

Look at the shipping papers.

Open and inspect every package and container.

Check for a fence around the loading dock.

8 / 40

When does stab braking occur?

apply pressure all the way on the brake pedal

when the wheels lock up, release the brakes

all of these answers are correct

when the wheels start rolling, apply the brakes

9 / 40

Rods, connecting links, and arms from the steering box to the wheel are a part of the:

Braking system

CB radio

Steering linkage

Power steering fluid

10 / 40

What is the minimum amount of distance you should maintain when driving at 50 mph in ideal conditions with a 100 ft twin trailer combination?

8 seconds

6 seconds

13 seconds

11 seconds

11 / 40

A shipment described on the Hazardous Waste Manifest may only be delivered to another _______ carrier or treatment facility, who then signs the ______, giving you a copy which you must keep.

registered, uniform hazardous waste manifest

responsible, papers

trucking, uniform hazardous waste manifest

licensed, manifest

12 / 40

Which of the following types of cargo must never be carried on a bus with passengers?

Emergency hospital supplies

Emergency drug shipments

Small arms ammunition (orm-d)

Tear gas

13 / 40

Under which two special conditions should you downshift?

before entering a curve and before going up a hill

if there is an accident and in sudden heavy rain

before starting down a hill and before entering a curve

before starting down a hill and before going up a hill

14 / 40

Which of the following will confirm that you are driving with anti-lock brakes?

The certification on the driver side door.

The bus operators manual.

Red indicator lamp on the brake cylinder.

Yellow abs malfunction lamp on the instrument panel will light when you start the engine.

15 / 40

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

bolt brakes

disc brakes

foot brakes

v-cam brakes

16 / 40

You should_____to make an emergency stop with air brakes when using the stab braking method.

apply pressure to the brake pedal until the wheels lock and then stay off of the pedal for as long as the wheels are locked

rapidly and lightly pump the brake pedal

apply a full hand valve until you stop and press firmly on the brake pedal

apply a firm pressure to the brakes, release the brake pedal once the wheels lock and then apply pressure to the brakes onces the wheels start rolling again

17 / 40

Which of the following are possible causes of tire fires?

loose fuel connections or under-inflated tires

poor cargo ventilation or short circuits

dual tires that touch and under-inflated tires

improperly loaded cargo and dual tires that touch

18 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

International transportation.

International restrictions.

Invalid substance.

Iodine.

19 / 40

You should____in order to inspect the coupling.

make sure to have space between the lower and upper fifth wheel

have the fifth wheel jaws open

if necessary, use a flashlight

make sure the locking lever is in the open position

20 / 40

The baffles in a tank trailer help to control:

The movement of liquid from front to back.

The distrubition of weight.

The overall weight of the vehicle.

The flow of liquid side to side.

21 / 40

Select the reason as to why you should not use the trailer hand valve while driving.

it could cause the trailer to skid

it should not be used on dry roads due to road conditions

the trailer brakes will not be evenly applied

it releases too much air from the system

22 / 40

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

Raised and that the handle is secured.

Down and that the handle is hanging free.

Down and that the handle is secured.

Raised and that the handle is hanging free.

23 / 40

If you are drowsy, you should _____ before you drive.

drink coffee

get sleep

take a cold shower

do a little exercise

24 / 40

What will happen right away should the service air line come apart but the emergency line is intact while driving a combination vehicle?

the emergency tractor brakes will activate

nothing will occur until you try to use the brakes

you will come to a complete stop

the trailer's air tank will leak through the one line

25 / 40

When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

Have the word "waste" before the name of the material on the bills.

All of these answers are correct.

Sign a uniform hazardous waste manifest.

Carry a uniform hazardous waste manifest in the truck.

26 / 40

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

stop any bleeding and keep the victims warm

move the victims out of the way immediately

protect the area

notify authorities

27 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to converter dollies:

they typically require a hand converter

they typically have small braking power because of their size

they typically have a lot of stopping power because of their size

they typically do not have spring brakes

28 / 40

What is the best way to prevent brakes form overheating while drive down a steep grade?

drive at a speed of 5 mph below your safe speed

use countersteering practices

use the trailer brakes only

use the stab braking method

29 / 40

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

Oil pressure

Coolant system

Power steering

Voltmeter

30 / 40

The emergency air line is used to:

provide back up air pressure

engage the trailer brakes when there is an air pressure loss

to alert emegency services when there is a problem

engage the tractor's front brake when there is air pressure loss

31 / 40

Why should you cover cargo?

to protect your cargo from bad weather

to protect individuals from any spilled cargo

because many states require it

all of these answers are correct

32 / 40

You should check that the _____are secure, caps are on tight, and is not leaking.

coolant system

fuel tanks

none of the answers listed

cb radio

33 / 40

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

it increases by four times

it stays about the same

it increases by two times

none of these answers are correct answers are correct

34 / 40

Select the definition of "off-tracking."

it is when the trailer wheels go in a different direction from the front wheels

it is wheen the rear wheel skid and the front wheels maintain a straight path

it is when the rear wheels of the vehicle follow a different path way than that of the front wheels

none of the answers listed

35 / 40

When not towing a trailer, why should the tractor glad hands be locked?

it keeps water and dirt out of the lines

the system pressure will not build up

the connected brake circuit will become a back up air tank

this should never be done

36 / 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

37 / 40

A safe haven is:

A place where it is safe to dump any kind of hazardous materials.

The slang term for the last stop at the end of your driving day when carrying hazardous materials.

A place to stay once you have reported your company for illegal activity.

A place that has been approved to park unattended vehicles carrying explosives.

38 / 40

What are the three types of emergency equipment that you must have with your vehicle?

fire extinguisher, spare electrical fuses, warning devices for parked vehicles

none of these answers are correct

first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flares

warning devices for parked vehicles, first aid kit, flares

39 / 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 try to avoid driving next to others when possible

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

40 / 40

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

The air gauge

The power gauge

The ammeter/voltmeter

The coolant pressure gauge

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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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