Nebraska DMV CDL Practice Test (25 Question Answers)

Nebraska DMV CDL Practice Test

Nebraska DMV Practice Test
License Type: CDL (Commercial Drivers)

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What is the most important reason for conducting a pre-trip inspection of your vehicle?

A) safety for yourself and other road users

B) it is a requirement for all drivers

C) because law enforcement may inspect your vehicle on the road

D) to help ensure the vehicle will make it to your destination

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When stopped on a hill, what is the proper procedure to start moving without rolling back?

A) partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake

B) increase engine RPMs and let the clutch out quickly

C) place blocks behind the tires

D) apply the trailer hand brake and release it after you start moving forward

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What is one reason why dry bulk tanks require special care?

A) a dry bulk tank should only be filled halfway

B) the load can catch fire easily

C) the load should not get wet

D) the load can shift

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Seeing hazards when driving lets you be prepared. Which of the following is considered a hazard?

A) children standing by an ice-cream truck

B) a crash scene

C) people working near the roadway

D) all of the above

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What factors help determine your selection of the proper, safe speed when going down a long, steep downgrade?

A) all of the above

B) weather

C) length and steepness of the grade

D) road conditions

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What should you do when confronted by an aggressive driver?

A) calmly try to get out of their way

B) all of the above

C) don't let obscene gestures bother you

D) report aggressive drivers to police if safe to do so

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Any flatbed load must have at least how many tie downs?

A) four

B) one

C) two

D) three

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Seeing hazards when driving lets you be prepared. Which of the following is considered a hazard?

A) road construction zone

B) all of the above

C) pedestrians and bicyclists

D) stopped transit bus

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What are some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk-around inspection?

A) low beams, high beams, turn signals

B) all of the above

C) tires, suspension system parts, brakes

D) oil, air compressor, radiator, hood latch

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Two main things to look for ahead of you while driving are _________.

A) tunnels and overpasses

B) truck stops and gas stations

C) vehicles and traffic signs

D) police and detours

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Due to its size, if your vehicle cannot make a right turn without swinging into another lane, you should _______ to prevent others from passing you on the right.

A) turn wide before you start the turn

B) turn wide as you complete the turn

C) turn right and drive over the curb

D) start the turn, then back up to re-position

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When using a fire extinguisher to put out a fire, _______.

A) aim at the source of the fire, not up in the flames.

B) stay as far away as possible from the fire.

C) get as close as possible to the fire.

D) both a and c.

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What is the reason to use placards?

A) to warn others of hazardous materials

B) all of the above

C) to avoid mixing hazmat with food

D) to combat terrorism

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An empty, light truck requires ______ stopping distance as does the same truck fully loaded and heavy.

A) the same

B) greater

C) narrower

D) shorter

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When transporting cargo, drivers must inspect the securement of the cargo within the first _____ miles of a trip.

A) 75

B) 50

C) 25

D) 100

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With regard to safe driving, what does communicating mean?

A) using your CB radio or cell phone to inform

B) using a helper when backing

C) using hand signals

D) using turn signals, 4-way flashers, headlights and horn

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When is it important to downshift an automatic transmission vehicle?

A) going down a long grade

B) going up a steep hill

C) never downshift an automatic transmission vehicle

D) before entering a curve

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What is good advice to follow so you won't become a distracted driver?

A) speed up and slow down occasionally while driving to keep focused

B) plan your route before you begin to drive

C) both a and c

D) pre-program radio stations and pre-load music you'll listen to

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How or where do you use cargo blocking?

A) from the upper part of the cargo to the floor

B) both a and c

C) loosely around the cargo

D) in the front, back, and/or sides of cargo

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When stopped on a divided highway, where should you place warning devices?

A) 30 feet, 100 feet and 150 feet toward the approaching traffic

B) 10 feet, 100 feet and 200 feet toward the approaching traffic

C) 15 feet, 75 feet and 150 feet toward the approaching traffic

D) 20 feet, 150 feet and 300 feet toward the approaching traffic

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If you double your speed, your stopping distance will increase by ________

A) 5 times

B) 4 times

C) 3 times

D) 2 times

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You should check for suspension system defects during the pre-trip inspection. Which of the following is not a suspension system defect?

A) damaged tie rod

B) missing U-bolt

C) leaking shock absorber

D) broken leaf in a leaf spring

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What 3 kinds of emergency equipment must you have with your vehicle?

A) fire extinguisher, warning devices for parked vehicles, spare electrical fuses

B) first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flares

C) crash reporting kit, first aid kit, tire changing tools

D) tire changing tools, fire extinguisher, emergency phone numbers

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What is the minimum tread depth that front tires should have for safety?

A) 4/32-inch in every major groove

B) 3/32-inch in every major groove

C) 2/32-inch in every major groove

D) 5/32-inch in every major groove

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What helps a drinker sober up?

A) coffee

B) fresh air

C) all of the above

D) time

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The average score is 52%

Test Type	Nebraska DMV Practice Test
State	Nebraska
Testing	CDL Practice Test
Total Number of items	25
Questions Type	Sample questions
Passing Score	80%
Time Duration	N/A
Cost	Free Practice Test