CDL PRACTICE TEST - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (NEVADA)
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The CDL general knowledge test is required to be taken by all CDL applicants. The Nevada 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 Nevada 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 NV 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.
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1.
Rims with welding repairs:
can be used for tires in the rear of the vehicle.
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are not safe.
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can be used for tires in the front of the vehicle.
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are acceptable only when carrying a heavy load.
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When driving on a long and/or steep downgrade, drivers should:
select an appropriate safe speed, and then use a low gear.
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use a low gear and release the brakes.
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release the clutch.
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accelerate.
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3.
To test the service brake:
gently try to pull forward with the trailer parking brake on, then release the brake.
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push the brake pedal firmly while slowly moving backward.
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push the brake pedal firmly while going about 5 mph.
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shift your transmission to a low gear, pump the brake pedal three times, then hold it down for five seconds.
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4.
When driving in a construction zone, if a construction worker is near the road, you should:
come to a complete stop.
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further reduce your speed.
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maintain a constant speed.
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speed up.
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5.
Which of the following statements about backing is TRUE?
Backing is always dangerous.
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You should avoid backing whenever you can.
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When you have to back, you should back and turn toward the driver's side whenever possible.
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All of the above.
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6.
If you are driving a 30 foot vehicle at 35 mph, you should leave at least _______ between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.
4 seconds
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3 seconds
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2 seconds
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1 seconds
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7.
A burning tire must be:
covered with cloth.
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cooled with water.
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immediately removed from the vehicle.
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None of the above.
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8.
The most common type of brake is the:
G-cam disc brake
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B-cam disc brake
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R-cam drum brake
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S-cam drum brake
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9.
When your drive wheels have poor traction, retarders:
will help you regain traction.
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can cause your wheels to skid.
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will stop working.
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will apply the spring brakes.
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10.
If there is a fire in your vehicle, do NOT:
notify emergency services.
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pull into a service station.
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park away from buildings and other vehicles.
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park in an open area.
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NV CDL Knowledge Test
Number of questions: | 50 |
Correct answers to pass: | 40 |
Passing score: | 80% |
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