- Updated for October 2024
- Based on 2024 NV commercial driver's license manual
Free Nevada CDL Permit Practice Test: General Knowledge 2024 | NV
The 50 multiple-choice questions on this practice exam will give you the opportunity to test the knowledge you have gained from reviewing the Nevada Commercial Driver License Manual, and help you gain knowledge on areas such as state laws, safe driving practices, commercial vehicle operation techniques, emergency preparedness, and much more. Read the explanation that accompanies each question to gain more insight so that you will be able to get questions about the subject matter correct on your real CDL written exam, and be prepared to spend some time practicing until you feel comfortable and achieve a passing score. Good luck with the test, and keep driving safely!
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- Which of the following may get you disqualified from commercial driving?
- How can you determine if your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS)?
- An anti-lock braking system (ABS) will
- Why is it important to use a helper when backing?
- What can you do at an accident scene to help avoid another accident?
- To transport cargo safely, which of these are you NOT responsible for?
- On which of the following types of fires should you NOT use a B:C fire extinguisher?
- What is the gross vehicle weight (GVW)?
- What is a common cause of tire fires?
- How often must you stop to check your cargo while on the road?
- If you double your speed, how much more distance will it take to brake to a stop?
- If you are confronted by an aggressive driver, what should you do?
- You don't want to be a distracted driver, so you
- During your pre-trip test, when examining hoses with the instructor, you need to look for
- Which of the following is a key steering component?
- The most important hand signal that you and a helper should agree on is
- Which of the following is NOT something you should check during a trip?
- Do empty trucks have the best braking?
- What is the definition of a hazard?
- Which of the following should you NOT do if you experience a tire failure?
- What is the best way to figure out how many seconds of following distance you have?
- Hazardous materials placards are
- In which of the following two situations should you downshift?
- You should inspect wheel bearing seals for
- When you start to drive down a steep downgrade, which of the following should influence your choice of speed?
- Why should you cover your cargo?
- Total stopping distance equals
- What might happen if you swing wide to the left before you turn right?
- Starting the engine and inspecting the cab involves each of the following tasks EXCEPT
- Where should you place your warning devices if you must stop on a one-way road or divided highway?
- On wet roads, you should reduce your speed by
- Letting the air out of hot tires
- Which of the following statements about retarders are correct?
- Before transporting a sealed load, you must check
- How many tie-downs are required for a 20-foot load?
- If the engine is not overheated, is it completely safe to remove the radiator cap?
- Which is NOT one of the four basic skills that operating a commercial vehicle requires?
- How can you start moving without rolling backward?
- To help you stay alert and safe while driving, you should
- While driving at night, which lights should you use as often as you can?
- Always try to back toward the driver's side because
- You should put the starter switch key into your pocket while you perform the pre-trip inspection because
- If you are traveling at 55 mph in a 30-foot vehicle, you should leave how many seconds of following distance?
- How long does it take a typical tractor-trailer to clear a double railroad track?
- For how long will you lose your CDL driving privileges if you are convicted of a second DUI offense in either a CMV or your private vehicle?
- It has just reached freezing. Which of the following areas may be slippery?
- To maintain alertness on your trips, you should
- What will help a drunk sober up?
- Which of these is NOT part of the basic method for shifting up?
- The minimum tread depth for front tires is
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