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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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When inspecting the_____you pump the pedals 3 times and then hold it down for 5 seconds feeling for no movement to occur.

2 / 40

You should adjust all the outside left and right side flat mirrors to see:

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

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Select the two reasons as to why special care is needed when driving a tank vehicle:

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Which contains more alcohol: a 12-ounce glass of 5% beer, a 5-ounce glass of 12% wine or a 1 1/2-ounce shot of 80 proof liquor?

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When conducting a pre-trip inspection, the most important item to verify is _____.

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What is most likely to occur when the front wheels begin to skid?

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You are required to have a tank endorsement when transporting:

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What kind of surge occurs with baffles?

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

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How many different hazard classes are there?

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Select the answer that is not a part of the braking process when driving a tractor-trailer combination vehicle that has ABS:

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How do you test the trailer service brakes?

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Select the load of the trailer that will require the shorter distance to stop.

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You should check your mirrors while making a lane change:

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Select the true statement in regards to brake drums:

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When using turn signals, which of the following should be avoided?

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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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When does your vehicle's single brake system need an adjustment?

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Select the portion of the combination vehicle that is most likely to turn over suddenly when pulling a double trailer:

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What is the purpose of a baffle?

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The Emergency Response Guide, ERG, can best be explained as _____.

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Select the situation in which you should use the hand valve to park a combination vehicle.

24 / 40

The _____of the kingpin has the locking jaw close around it.

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Which of the following should you NOT do if you experience a tire failure?

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What will happen should a driver cross the air lines when hooking up the an older trailer?

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Select the true statement in regards to if a glad hand on the blue air line is missing a seal.

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What do yo need to do before supplying air to the air tanks of the second trailer?

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The object that doesn't get checked at the side of the trailer is the:

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If the hazardous materials are classified as FORBIDDEN you should:

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Cargo tanks are:

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

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

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It takes special care to drive tankers with liquid in them because:

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Select the definition of "off-tracking."

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Why should you use chocks when parking a trailer without spring brakes?

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How do you release the dolly brakes when coupling twin trailers?

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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:

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

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Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

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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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