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Welcome to the CDL practice test site for North Carolina. You can use this site to prepare for the official North Carolina DMV CDL Test. The questions on these practice tests apply to all of the areas you'll need to be knowledgeable in to obtain your NC CDL. You can take these practice tests as many times as you need to, and all of these 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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Do empty trucks have the best braking?

2 / 40

A bus has a GVWR of 22,000 pounds and seats 24 passengers. What CDL class is this vehicle?

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Select the true statement in regards to as why you should make sure the fifth wheel plate is greased as recommended:

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When stopping for railroad tracks, you must stop no closer than how many feet before the nearest track?

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Select the true statement about emergency steering and tankers:

6 / 40

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

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If hazardous material is spilling from your vehicle, do not move your vehicle:

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Where should the safety catch for the fifth wheel locking lever be located for coupling to be complete?

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What do you need to do to supply air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

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There must be a hazardous materials identification number on the ______ and on the ______.

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What is the most important reason for doing a school bus inspection?

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Select the statement that is true in regards to what is required of a driver with a double or triple trailers:

13 / 40

How should you know when to shift?

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

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This object should not be damaged, bent, or rusted through and be evenly centered with the tires and dual wheels evenly separated.

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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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Your rig should be parked on__to uncouple double trailers.

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Select the true statement in regards to what the fifth wheel should be checked for.

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

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Which of the following are some suspension system defects?

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Water is drained from the compressed air tanks because:

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When is it acceptable for non-hazardous materials to be described by hazard class words or identification numbers?

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To prevent a roll over a driver can 1) keep the cargo as low to the ground as possible and 2) _____.

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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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Which of the following statements about the bus interior is false?

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

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Puddles or dripping fluids from the underside of the transmission and engine may indicate:

28 / 40

How many different hazard classes are there?

29 / 40

Which of the following must be closed while the bus is in motion?

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Which of the following statements about loading and unloading cargo tanks is false?

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You should check the_____when loading small tanks equipped with bulkheads.

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Which of the following about the front tires on a commercial bus is true?

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At what pressure is the safety valve in the air compressor tank set to open?

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Which of the following is NOT something you need to know in order to determine if you need to use placards?

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

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A leak rate for a straight truck or bus air brake system should not exceed _____psi per minute when the engine is off and the brakes are released.

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

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This object should not move more than an inch by pulled by hand with the brakes released for manual slack adjusters.

39 / 40

What is a king pin?

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There are 2 reasons as to why hauling liquids take special care. One reason is the ___center of gravity.

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How To Get A north carolina Commercial Drivers License

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

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

North Carolina applicants must provide proof that they are medically fit to operate a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Applicants are required to submit the following documents.

  • (Form CDL-MED-1) Medical Certification of Driver Type or Commercial Driver’s License
  • Medical Card
  • Full Medical Report (depending on the circumstances)

Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in North Carolina. Applicants can be disqualified from the application process for having multiple licenses.

North Carolina CDL Endorsements
H – Hazmat Vehicles
N – Tank Vehicles
P – Passenger Vehicles
S – School Bus
T – Double or Triple Trailer

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north carolina CDL License Test Tips

All North Carolina CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. The general knowledge test consists of 50 questions. To pass the North Carolina test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees. The North Carolina skills test can be taken 14 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each section.

Military veterans who were discharged within 1 year of the application and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they meet the requirements. To qualify for a waiver, applicants must:

  • Be active duty military personnel.
  • Have operated a motor vehicle equivalent to a commercial motor vehicle in the military within 2 years of the application date.
  • Submit a Certification for Waiver of CDL Skills Test for Military Personnel.

Additional Information

Information on the North Carolina Department of Transportation

The North Carolina Department of Transportation provides administers CDL license requirements in North Carolina. To get more information contact them via:

Website: https://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/license-id/driver-licenses/commercial/Pages/default.aspx

Phone: 915.715.7000

 

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