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

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

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You should_____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop your tanker.

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The best way to describe a dual air brake system is:

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Select when you should use the parking brake:

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This gauge will indicate if the generator or alternator is charging:

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The two other places where the hazardous identification number must appear are:

8 / 40

Select the false statement about tractor protection valves.

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Select the true statement in regards to the braking power of spring brakes.

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How often should you check the tires if your placarded trailer has dual tires?

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

12 / 40

The walls that separate compartments inside the tanks and having openings at the top and bottom are called:

13 / 40

One reason hauling liquids in tank vehciles require special care is:

14 / 40

What is the next step after securing the bus when you have an unruly child on board?

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How often should air tanks be drained?

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Suspension systems:

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

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What does outage mean?

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In Column 1 the symbol "I" means:

20 / 40

The transport index of a radioactive material:

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What is the reason that placards are used?

22 / 40

Wet brakes can cause _____.

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Urban mass transit coaches may have a brake and accelerator interlock system. Which of the following statements is true?

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The bus driver must accept responsibility for supervising and controlling students while on the bus route. Who is the person in charge?

25 / 40

What is a passive railway crossing?

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Take extra caution when driving smooth bore tanks during:

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The best way to test the low air pressure warning signal is to:

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A placarded vehicle must have at least ___ placards?

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

30 / 40

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

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Select the true statement about tractor protection valve:

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You should brake on a long steep downgrade hill as a supplement to the braking effects of the engine

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Which of the following statements is FALSE:

34 / 40

To maintain alertness during the trip, drivers should:

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While completing the 2nd component of the air brake check you are required to turn the electrical power on, begin fanning off the air pressure by rapidly relasing and apply the foot brake and _____.

36 / 40

How do you determine if slack adjusters need to be adjusted?

37 / 40

While completing the 1st component of the air brake check you are required to fully push down on the foot brake and _____.

38 / 40

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

39 / 40

With most hazardous materials, you may park within 5 feet of the road briefly, if your work requires it. The materials that are the exception and do not allow parking this close to the road are:

40 / 40

When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that:

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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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