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

2 / 40

Unless you_____you will feel the effects of a liquid surge.

3 / 40

At the end of each shift you should:

4 / 40

What is the normal operating range for a truck's oil pressure?

5 / 40

If your bus has an emergency exit door, it must:

6 / 40

What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

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Charter drivers should not:

8 / 40

Select which is not a mandatory emergency equipment:

9 / 40

You should line up_____when getting ready to back under the trailer.

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

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What will happen right away should the service air line come apart but the emergency line is intact while driving a combination vehicle?

12 / 40

When driving with multiple trailers, which one should be right behind the tractor?

13 / 40

What should you hook up before backing a tractor to a trailer for coupling?

14 / 40

How do you test the trailer service brakes?

15 / 40

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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You should check that the _____are secure, caps are on tight, and is not leaking.

17 / 40

You must be alert for road hazards so that:

18 / 40

Which of the following is the proper definition of a cargo tank?

19 / 40

The longest crack that brake or disc drums can have is:

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Air pressure loss in a vehicle with a fully charged air system should be less than_______after the initial drop and brake applied.

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To decide which placards you need, if any, what three things do you need to know?

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How many seats may be placed in the aisle if the bus is a charter and is carrying agricultural (farm) workers?

23 / 40

This item should not be rusted, bent, or damaged and centered over evenly spaced tires and dual wheels.

24 / 40

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

25 / 40

This object should be checked to make sure that the cap(s) are on tight, that it is secure, and there are no leaks.

26 / 40

What should you check for when inspecting a converter dolly?

27 / 40

Operating a motor vehicle with the intent of doing harm to others or physically assaulting a driver or their vehicle is known as?

28 / 40

What is the purpose of a driver placarding his or her vehicle?

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Front wheel brakes are good under what kind of conditions?

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

31 / 40

Another term for a smooth bore tank is:

32 / 40

Select the statement that describes smooth bore tanks:

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You should back up slowly until____when coupling the trailer.

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Select the true statement about retest markings:

35 / 40

"Outages" is the word to describe the amount of space required for liquids to expand in as they warm.

36 / 40

The method for testing hydraulic brakes for leaks is to _____.

37 / 40

If you are traveling at 55 mph in a 30-foot vehicle, you should leave how many seconds of following distance?

38 / 40

You should never brake and should rely only steering inputs to avoid a crash while driving a tanker truck.

39 / 40

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

40 / 40

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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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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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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