CDL COMBINATION PRACTICE TEST NEBRASKA

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Drivers who want to drive combination vehicles must pass the combination vehicles test. The Nebraska CDL combination test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%). The test covers the combination vehicles section of the Nebraska CDL Manual. Take this practice test now to prepare for the actual NE CDL combination test!
1. If your ABS is not working:
you should immediately bring your vehicle to a complete stop.
it will slow your truck to a halt and force you to pull over.
you still have normal brake functions, and should drive and brake as you always have.
the drive wheels will begin to spin, and you should take your foot off the accelerator.
2. If you have a manual transmission, when stopping don't _______ until the engine rpm is down close to idle.
push the clutch in
place the transmission in park
apply the brakes
shift to second gear
3. When you make a quick lane change, the crack-the-whip effect can:
improve your traction.
the trailer to swing wide to the left.
make it harder to turn without skidding.
turn the trailer over.
4. When checking the air and electric lines to the trailer, be sure that the air lines are properly connected to the gland hands, and are:
properly greased.
secured with enough slack for turns.
secured with enough air leaks for turns.
None of the above.
5. When backing, as soon as you see the trailer getting off the proper path, you should:
turn the top of the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the drift.
to keep a firm grip on the steering wheel and continue backing.
turn the top of the steering wheel in the direction of the drift.
None of the above.
6. If a trailer does not have spring brakes, to keep the trailer from moving you should:
park on a slight decline.
use the service brakes.
use wheel chocks.
close the brake valve.
7. If the ABS is not working:
you still have normal brake functions.
the vehicle will have no brakes.
the vehicle will have weak brakes.
None of the above.
8. When backing a trailer on a curved path you should back towards:
the driver's side.
either side.
the passenger's side.
neither side (back up straight).
9. Emergency brakes must be must be held on by:
the locking mechanism.
mechanical force.
air pressure.
water.
10. When the wheels of a trailer lock up:
the trailer will tend to swing around.
the vehicle will gradually come to a complete stop.
ABS will increase stopping power.
All of the above.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • A school learner’s permit is available for teens between 14 and 16 years old who want to practice driving for a school permit.
  • A school permit (SCP) can be issued if a person resides or attends a school 5,000 or more miles from home. The applicant must be at least 14 years and two months old.
  • For a learner's permit (LPD), the minimum age is 15 years. 
  • To qualify for a provisional operator’s permit (POP), the applicant must be 16 years old. 
  • Individuals under 18 with a POP for at least 12 months can apply for an operator's license driver's license (class O). For individuals over 18 who have never held a provisional operator's permit (POP), vision, written, and drive tests are required.

Locate the closest Nebraska driver licensing office and get in touch with them to schedule your DMV written test. You may start the application 60 days before your 15th birthday, but the permit won't be issued until you are 15.

Ensure you bring the following documents to the DMV office:
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status.
  • Two proofs of your principal address.
  • Social Security Number or proof of exemption.
Review the complete list of acceptable documents before your visit.

The DMV written tests are available in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language. If you don’t understand English or Spanish, you can take a non-verbal permit test. The use of a foreign language dictionary is also permitted.

To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Nebraska Driver's Handbook. Study traffic signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc.. Test your knowledge with our free practice tests or sign up for DMV Premium to access additional resources. Once you are satisfied with your score, you are ready for the exam.

The DMV written test in Nebraska consists of 25 questions (24 questions for the non-verbal version). It is designed to evaluate your knowledge of road signs, safe driving practices, and traffic laws. You should study the manual carefully to ensure your success on the first attempt.

To pass the DMV written test, you need a score of 80%. You are allowed to miss up to 5 questions (4 for the non-verbal version). Stay focused during the exam and take the time to review your answers carefully to minimize errors and pass the test.

For new drivers in Nebraska, specific restrictions apply:
  • With a learner's permit (LPD) or a school learner’s permit (SCP), you must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, seated beside you.
  • With a school permit (SCP), you may drive unsupervised only to and from the school you attend or anytime when accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old. 
  • With a provisional operator’s permit (POP), you can drive unsupervised from 6 a.m. to midnight, except for school or work activities or if accompanied by a parent/guardian or a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old. During the first six months, you can only transport one passenger under 19 who is not a family member.
Additional restrictions for all permit holders include wearing seat belts and complying with the Zero Tolerance law, which prohibits operating a vehicle after consuming alcohol for drivers under 21.

The learner's permit expires after one year from the date of issuance and can be renewed online or in person at any driver licensing office. During this period, complete an approved driver safety course or accumulate 50 hours of supervised driving with a parent/guardian or a licensed driver who is at least 21, before applying for the provisional operator’s permit.

If you fail the DMV written test, you may retake it the following day. After three attempts, you must wait 7 days. If you fail six times, you will have to attend an approved driver training course or wait 90 days from the date of the last test failure before making another attempt.

NE CDL Combination Test

Number of questions: 20
Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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