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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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Select the load of the trailer that will require the shorter distance to stop.

2 / 40

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

3 / 40

Your engine runs a pump when you are delivering compressed gas. Should you turn off your engine before or after you unhook the hoses after finishing that delivery?

4 / 40

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

5 / 40

What is the purpose of cladding in a tanker?

6 / 40

You are driving a 60 foot truck at 55 MPH, how much space (in seconds) should you keep in front of you?

7 / 40

When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

8 / 40

How do you supply air to the trailer tanks?

9 / 40

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

10 / 40

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

11 / 40

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

12 / 40

You should have the fifth wheel plate greased as recommened because:

13 / 40

Select the true statement about slack adjusters:

14 / 40

What are spring brakes?

15 / 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:

16 / 40

What is the movement of the liquid called when the tanks are partially filled?

17 / 40

Select the true statement about convex ("spot") mirrors.

18 / 40

When should you not use the parking brakes?

19 / 40

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

20 / 40

The minimum tread depth for tires other than the front tires is ____.

21 / 40

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

22 / 40

How do you release the dolly brakes when coupling twin trailers?

23 / 40

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

24 / 40

Should the air pressure in the service air tanks fall below____the driver must be alerted via warning mechanism in the truck cab.

25 / 40

Your bus is disabled. With riders aboard, the bus may be towed or pushed to a safe place only:

26 / 40

Where are shut off valves located on trailers that are doubles or triples?

27 / 40

You should activate hazard lights within approximately how many feet before railroad crossing?

28 / 40

To be sure that air is supplied to the second trailer:

29 / 40

Why does it take special skills to haul a tank vehicle?

30 / 40

The _____of the kingpin has the locking jaw close around it.

31 / 40

How do you make sure the trailer height is correct before coupling?

32 / 40

Select which vehicles are required to have a low air pressure warning signal:

33 / 40

Who is responsible for certifying on the bills of lading that the hazardous materials are prepared properly?

34 / 40

This item should not be rusted, bent, or damaged and centered over evenly spaced tires and dual wheels.

35 / 40

How do you hook a combination to a second trailer without spring brakes and without using wheel chocks?

36 / 40

What is the normal operating range for a truck's oil pressure?

37 / 40

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

38 / 40

If the hazardous materials are classified as FORBIDDEN you should:

39 / 40

It is good practice to_____when uncoupling.

40 / 40

What are the three hazard classes should NOT be loaded into a trailer that has a heater air conditioner unit?

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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.