NM CDL DOUBLES TRIPLES PRACTICE TEST

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Safely pulling double and triple trailers requires knowledge and skill. If you want to pull double or triple trailers, you must add the Doubles/Triples (T) endorsement to your Class A CDL. The New Mexico doubles triples test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The NM CDL doubles triples test covers the following sections of the New Mexico CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Air Brakes (if you plan to operate vehicles equipped with air brakes), Combination Vehicles, Doubles and Triples. Take this NM CDL practice test now to prepare for the actual test!
1. Rough acceleration can cause:
mechanical damage.
damage electrical and brake lines.
tire damage.
2. Which of the following statements is true?
Carrying a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher will help prevent fires.
Poor cargo ventilation is a common cause of fire.
There is no way that short circuits due to damaged insulation can cause a vehicle fire.
3. The trolley valve should be used only:
to prevent skids.
in driving.
to test the trailer brakes.
4. A low air pressure warning signal:
is required on all vehicles without air brakes.
is required on vehicles with air brakes.
is optional on vehicles with air brakes.
5. Dollies with ABS are required to have a malfunction lamp:
on the rear.
on the left side.
on the right side.
6. An alcohol evaporator:
used to reduce the chance of the front wheels skidding.
protects the air brake system from too much pressure.
is used to reduce the risk of ice in air brake valves and other parts during cold weather.
7. The minimum amount of tread for rear tires is:
1/32 of an inch
2/32 of an inch
1/64 of an inch
8. If the air compressor is belt-driven, you should check the air compressor drive belt before each trip. The belt should be:
tight.
cracked.
loose.
9. No matter how small the cargo is, it should have at least:
4 tie-downs.
2 tie-downs.
1 tie-down.
10. If during vehicle inspection a tire is too hot to touch, you should:
let air out.
immediately decrease air pressure.
remain stopped until the tire cools off.
 
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NM CDL Doubles Triples Test

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