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Welcome to the New Hampshire CDL practice test site. Questions from these tests are designed to prepare you for the actual NH DMV CDL knowledge tests that you may have to take depending on the CDL classification and endorsement that you are looking to obtain. You are welcome to take these CDL practice test questions as many times as you like as the tests are completely 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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You should check____when loading the small tanks of a cargo tank with bulkheads.

2 / 40

Tires should should be replaced:

3 / 40

You should___to reduce the air leakage rate.

4 / 40

Most states require school bus drivers to take a physical examination:

5 / 40

Select which is not an engine compartement belt:

6 / 40

How should the shut off valves at the rear of the trailer be when inspecting doubles?

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School buses are one of the safest means of transportation. What two key factors contribute to this impressive safety record?

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When driving with multiple trailers, which one should be right behind the tractor?

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What is the purpose of a driver placarding his or her vehicle?

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Where should you place your warning devices if you must stop on a one-way or divided highway?

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

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Select the portion of the combination vehicle that is most likely to turn over suddenly when pulling a double trailer:

13 / 40

If students must cross the street, when they get off the bus, which statement is true?

14 / 40

Select the true statement about what the Air Compressor Governor controls:

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If you are transporting cargo, you should inspect the cargo and securing devices:

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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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Select the true statement in regards to an application pressure gauge:

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____is what can legally hold the parking brake or emergency brake in position for a bus, truck, or truck tractor.

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The cause of almost half of all truck driver deaths are:

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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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Which trailer should be the first one after the tractor?

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How should you inspect a converter dolly?

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What should you hear when you have the hand valve on and are testing the trailer brakes by opening the service air line at the back of the trailer?

24 / 40

Select the true statement in regards to large combination vehicles taking longer to stop.

25 / 40

To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

26 / 40

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

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There should be ___space between the upper and lower fifth wheel after coupling.

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You do not have to stop at railroad crossings, but must slow down and carefully check for other vehicles:

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What are some things you should check on the front of your vehicle when doing the walk-around inspection?

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Select the factors that can cause your brakes to fade or fail:

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If you work for an interstate carrier:

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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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Front wheel brakes are good under what kind of conditions?

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

35 / 40

Be careful to check the_____when unloading the smaller tanks of bulk heads.

36 / 40

A vehicle placarded for Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 explosives:

37 / 40

In safe driving, what does communicating mean?

38 / 40

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

39 / 40

You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

40 / 40

Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

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How To Get A new hampshire Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in New Hampshire, applicants must meet the following age eligibility requirements. To operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within New Hampshire only) a driver must be at least 18 years old. To operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside New Hampshire) a driver must be at least 21. The New Hampshire Department of Motor Vehicles requires applicants to self-certify and submit a copy of a medical certificate. New Hampshire CDL applicants must complete and submit a statement of license status. Applicants are required to pass a vision test.Applicants who are non-excepted drivers (not employed by a federal or state agency) must include a copy of their medical cards with the statement of license status. New Hampshire CDL applicants who do not meet the minimum medical requirements can apply to drive intrastate only and cannot transport hazardous materials. Drivers whose licenses have been revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in New Hampshire. CDL applicants cannot possess driver’s licenses in more than one state.

New Hampshire 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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new hampshire CDL License Test Tips

All CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test and specific tests for each endorsement. Applicants must score at least 80 percent on each test. The New Hampshire skills test includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, off-road (reversing, parking, navigating cones) and on-road driving (intersections, highways, railroad crossings). Applicants must pass each section of the endorsement tests.

Recent military veterans and enlisted military members can apply to have the skills test waived if they currently are enlisted in the military or honorably discharged from the military within the past 90 days of submitting an application. The can also get a waiver if they have operated a motor vehicle equivalent to a commercial motor vehicle in the military within the past year. Other requirements include:

  • Reside in New Hampshire.
  • Not have any alcohol-related or major driving incidents within 2 years before submitting a CDL application.
  • Complete Form DSMV 609 Application for Military Skills Test Waiver. This form must be signed by a commanding officer.

Additional Information

Information on the New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles

The New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles provides oversight for the CDL license requirements in New Hampshire. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/driver-licensing/commercial/apply.htm

Phone: 603.227.4000

 

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Please use the links below to access more valuable New Hampshire CDL testing resources and to learn more about practice driving tests for the state of New Hampshire.