CDL PASSENGER PRACTICE TEST NEBRASKA
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The passenger endorsement applies to drivers who want to drive a bus in any Class A, B, or C CDL. Applicants must pass a special knowledge test, and must pass skills tests in a passenger vehicle. The Nebraska CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The NE passenger test covers the following sections of the Nebraska CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this NE practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
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1.
If the engine catches fire, you should:
turn off the engine as soon as you can.
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avoid shooting foam from the vehicle's underside.
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pull into a service station and notify the emergency services.
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open the hood as soon as you can.
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2.
The ABS malfunction lamp on the instrument panel is:
Orange
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Red
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Blue
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Yellow
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When you are being tailgated, you should:
flash your brake lights.
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signal the tailgater when it's safe to pass you.
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increase your following distance to create a buffer zone.
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All of the above.
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Before driving your bus, to be sure it's safe you should:
ask the shipper for the Safety Confirmation report.
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ask the Safety Certificate to your supervisor.
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review the bus safety guidelines.
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review the inspection report made by the previous driver.
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If a vehicle is equipped with ABS, when you start the engine:
the spring brakes will come on.
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the ABS indicator light on the dash should come on and then turn off.
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the trailer emergency brakes will come on.
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the wheels will lock up.
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To avoid blinding others, you should dim your lights within _____ of an oncoming vehicle.
100
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50
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250
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None of the above.
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The brake and accelerator interlock system (if your bus has one):
should be used in place of the service brake.
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is used to shut the air off and put on the trailer emergency brakes.
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should never be used in place of the parking brake.
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applies the brakes when the rear door is closed.
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The two ways of knowing when to shift are:
oil pressure and road conditions.
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following distance and traffic speed.
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engine speed and road speed.
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weather and road conditions.
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When driving in heavy traffic, the safest speed is:
the speed of traffic.
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slightly higher than the speed of other traffic.
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the posted speed limit.
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slower than the speed of other traffic.
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Your vehicle should be equipped with all of the following except:
Spare electrical fuses
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Fire extinguisher
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Instructions
on how to perform a vehicle inspection test
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Warning devices for parked vehicles
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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 Passenger Test
Number of questions: | 20 |
Correct answers to pass: | 16 |
Passing score: | 80% |
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