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Welcome to the CDL practice test site for New Mexico. Our test questions are designed to prepare you for the questions you’ll see on the official New Mexico MVD CDL Test. You are welcome to take these CDL practice tests as many times as you like, 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.

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The driver's manual advises you to disconnect the steering axle brake to keep the rig straight:

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Within 3 minutes, this gauge pressure should build to 90 psi from 50 psi.

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When should you drain air tanks that do not have an automatic tank drain?

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You should check that the following makes an audible noise:

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What is the correct number of red reflective triangles that you should carry?

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What might happen if a trailer is too high when you try to couple?

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

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You should____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop due to a crash.

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How do you make sure the air lines are not crossed and the trailer brakes are working after supplying air to the trailer?

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Which of the following is not a prohibited practice on the bus:

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When driving tank vehicles you should:

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What does the service brake system do?

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Select the step that comes first:

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At a railroad crossing, the bus is required to stop at the stop line. If there is no clearly marked stop line, what is the required minimum and maximum stopping distance?

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Animals and human foodstuffs should not be loaded in the same vehicle with?

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Is it mandatory that all vehicles with air brakes have low air pressure warning signals?

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How should the trailer be lined up when preparing to back the tractor up?

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A baffled tanker has:

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

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The locking jaws of the kingpin should close around:

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What does the amount of liquid you can carry depend on?

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The system that needs to be checked for signs of leaks with rust or carbon soot and damage is the _____.

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Some hazardous materials may not be loaded together with other hazardous materials. The prohibited combinations are listed in the:

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What type fire extinguisher is required in the power unit of a placarded vehicle?

25 / 40

When arriving at the destination announce:

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

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The safety valve is usually set to open at:

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Commerical vehicles typically have this type of brake.

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The amount of liquid you can carry depends on:

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Which of the following parts do not get checked in the Bus Interior inspection:

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

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You should___when driving down a long steep hill.

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Which two special conditions indicate that you should downshift?

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You are inspecting the_____when looking for broken welds, cracks, holes, or other damage to the longitudinal frame member, cross members, box, and floor.

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This object is required to be checked for damage, that it's secure, and strong enough to handle any cargo.

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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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Select the reason as to why air tanks need to be drained:

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Which of the following would NOT be part of a standard vehicle inspection?

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If you must stop on the shoulder of the road, you should place warning devices at all of the following places except...

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If you are already carrying 100 pounds of silver cyanide, what precautions must you take if you are given papers at a dock to carry 100 cartons of battery acid?

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How To Get A new mexico Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in New Mexico, applicants must meet the following age eligibility requirements.

  • Be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within New Mexico).
  • Be at least 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of New Mexico).

To be eligible to operate a commercial vehicle in New Mexico, applicants must provide verification that they are medically fit to operate a commercial vehicle. New Mexico applicants must pass a vision test.

Applicants in New Mexico are required to submit the following documents when they apply for a CDL.

  • (Form MCSA-5876) Medical Examiner’s Certificate
  • CDL Holder Self-Certification form

Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in New Mexico. Applicants must possess a basic Class D driver’s license.

New Mexico CDL Endorsements
H – Hazmat Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Towing a Double or Triple Trailer
X – Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazardous Materials

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new mexico CDL License Test Tips

Every New Mexico CDL applicant must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. To pass the knowledge test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. There are additional tests for applicants who want to earn endorsements to drive specialized commercial vehicles. The New Mexico skills test can be taken 14 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control and on-road driving tests. The knowledge and skills tests are scored independently.

Military veterans who were discharged within 90 days of the application and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they meet certain requirements. To qualify for a waiver, applicants must:

  • Be a resident of New Mexico.
  • Have operated an equivalent vehicle to a commercial motor vehicle in the military for at least 2 years before they apply for the CDL.
  • Submit an Application for Military Skills Test Waiver that is signed by the commanding officer.

Additional Information

Information on the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division

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

Website: http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/commercial-drivers-licenses.aspx

Phone: 888.683.4636

Email:  [email protected]

 

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