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

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On a bus, you may sometimes haul small-arms ammunition, emergency shipments of drugs, or hospital supplies. The total weight of all such hazardous materials must not be greater than:

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What is the reason that placards are used?

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When there is a hazardous materials emergency. You should:

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

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Where can you find a shipper’s certification?

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Cylinders containing compressed gases may only be loaded onto a vehicle without a flat floor or platform if the cylinders are:

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

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

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Which seats must have a seat belt:

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What should the driver pay special attention to when driving smaller tanks?

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Select whether the following statement is true or false: Front wheel brakes are good to use in all conditions.

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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:

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With Division 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 Class A or B, how close can you park to a bridge, tunnel, or building?

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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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Upon what does the amount of liquid you can carry in a load depend?

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The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

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The brake pushrod should not move more than____for manual slack adjusters.

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Select the purpose of fanning air brakes:

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A driver of a tank vehicle should take curves, off ramps, and on ramps at a speed lower than the posted speed limit.

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

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How should the shut off valves at the rear of the trailer be when inspecting doubles?

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How much space should there be between the lower and upper fifth wheel?

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Which of the following is a key steering component?

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Select the true statement:

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

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

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Hazardous materials (that are not forbidden) carried on a bus must be:

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Where should you place your warning devices if you must stop on a one-way or divided highway?

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With the engine cut off and the brakes released the air loss in a straight truck or bus should not be more than:

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The average person requires how many hours of sleep per 24 hour period?

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If you park the trailer at an angle to the tractor when uncoupling:

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Where is compressed air stored?

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When you discharge an unruly passenger, you must choose a place that is:

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You should check____when loading the small tanks of a cargo tank with bulkheads.

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The front trailer supports should be____before driving away.

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Which trailer is most likely to tip over due to the crack the whip effect?

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A shipment described on the Hazardous Waste Manifest may only be delivered to another _______ carrier or treatment facility, who then signs the ______, giving you a copy which you must keep.

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Before backing under the trailer after connecting the air lines you should:

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What kind of surge occurs with baffles?

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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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