CDL PRACTICE TEST (NE) - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TEST

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The CDL general knowledge test is required to be taken by all CDL applicants. The Nebraska CDL test consists of 50 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 40 questions (80%). The general knowledge test covers the contents of the Nebraska CDL Manual. All CDL applicants (Class A, B and C) must study the following sections: Driving Safely, Transporting Cargo Safely, Air Brakes (if you plan to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes), Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test, Road Test. In addition, the Class A CDL test will include questions based on the Combination Vehicles section. Take this CDL practice test now to prepare for the actual NE general knowledge test! To get your CDL, you must pass both the knowledge and skills tests. CDL knowledge tests include: General Knowledge, Passenger Transport, Air Brakes, Combination Vehicles, Hazardous Materials, Tanker Vehicles, Doubles/Triples, School Bus, Firefighter. Depending on what class of license (A, B or C) and endorsements you need, you must take one or more knowledge tests. A special endorsement is also required to drive certain types of vehicles. The following endorsements may be used with a Class A, B or C CDL: HazMat (H), Tank Vehicles (N), Tank Vehicles Transporting Hazardous Materials (X) and Passenger Transport (P). The School Bus endorsement (S) is only available for Class A or B CDL, and the Doubles/Triples endorsement (T) is only available for Class A driver's licenses.
1. Texting while operating a commercial motor vehicle is:
illegal.
acceptable if you are contacting your dispacther.
only allowed at night.
acceptable if you are contacting your supervisor.
2. What should you do if you doubt you have safe space to pass under a low bridge?
Increase the weight of your vehicle to clearing under the bridge.
Assume that the height posted at the bridges is correct.
Go slowly, and take another route if you are not sure you can make it.
If no warnings are posted, assume there is enough clearance under the bridge and proceed slowly.
3. Dollies with ABS are required to have a malfunction lamp:
on the front.
on the right side.
on the left side.
on the rear.
4. During a hazardous materials emergency, you should:
warn others of the danger.
prevent smoking and keep open flames away.
keep everyone away.
All of the above.
5. Which of the following is NOT considered a serious traffic violation?
Making improper lane changes
Sounding your horn to let others know you are there
Driving at 15 mph or more above the posted limit
Reckless driving
6. When crossing railroad tracks, you should:
apply the parking brakes.
stay in your lane.
shift gears while crossing the tracks.
stop on the tracks.
7. The definition of Gross Vehicle Weight is:
Total weight of cargo
Total weight of a single vehicle + cargo
Axle weight + cargo weight
Total weight of a single vehicle minus fuel
8. Which of the following statements about driving in hot weather is true?
Spots where tar "bleeds" to the surface provide better traction.
If a tire is too hot to touch, you should hose it down with water.
You should check the tire mounting and air pressure before driving.
All of the above.
9. When a tire fails, the driver should:
drive on the shoulder.
immediately apply the brakes.
stay off the brake.
swerve to the right.
10. Serious traffic violations include:
excessive speeding.
driving a CMV without obtaining a CDL.
erratic lane changes.
All of the above.
 
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CDL Knowledge Test NE

Number of questions: 50
Correct answers to pass:40
Passing score:80%
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