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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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Vehicle handling can become unsafe if the weight is not properly balanced. Hard steering can be caused by:

2 / 40

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

3 / 40

What is NOT one of the four skill areas that operating a commercial vehicle requires?

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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:

5 / 40

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

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Select the true statement about tractor protection valve:

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What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving?

8 / 40

If your engine runs a pump used during delivery of compressed gas, should you turn off the engine before or after unhooking hoses after delivery?

9 / 40

This object should be free of shiny treads, rust, free of cracks and distortions.

10 / 40

What does the service brake system do?

11 / 40

Select the accurate statement in regards to rolling up the landing gear to complete the coupling process.

12 / 40

Select the statement that best describes what the trailer air supply control does:

13 / 40

This item does not need to be checked during the cab check.

14 / 40

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

15 / 40

When backing your vehicle, which of the following is NOT recommended

16 / 40

At around____the governor allows the air compressor to start pumping again:

17 / 40

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

18 / 40

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

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You should____in order to inspect the coupling.

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This object is not checked at the rear of the trailer.

21 / 40

What is the purpose of a baffle?

22 / 40

What is the value of the overhead rear-view mirror inside of the bus?

23 / 40

Which of the following is a reason that shippers package material?

24 / 40

Select the statement that best explains the "crack-the-whip" effect.

25 / 40

In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

26 / 40

Which of the following is the most important reason for doing a pre-trip inspection?

27 / 40

Select the action that is not recommended when driving on slippery roads:

28 / 40

Tires should should be replaced:

29 / 40

How do you check the coolant level?

30 / 40

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

31 / 40

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

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Which of the following statements about special danger of loading and unloading is true?

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What is the stopping distance for a tractor trailer that is traveling at 55 mph on dry pavement?

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When you have a major leak in the service line and put on the brake, the service air pressure will escape and cause the:

35 / 40

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

36 / 40

The two main things to look ahead for while driving are _____.

37 / 40

In what position should shut off valves on the rear of the last trailer be in on a set of double trailers?

38 / 40

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

39 / 40

You need to raise the landing gear just to the height of where it clears the pavement before driving.

40 / 40

When transporting hazardous waste, you must:

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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.