Nebraska DMV CDL Practice Test (25 Question Answers)

Nebraska DMV CDL Practice Test

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

1 / 25

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

A) 5 times

B) 3 times

C) 4 times

D) 2 times

2 / 25

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

A) length and steepness of the grade

B) weather

C) all of the above

D) road conditions

3 / 25

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

A) place blocks behind the tires

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

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

D) increase engine RPMs and let the clutch out quickly

4 / 25

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

A) both a and c

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

C) plan your route before you begin to drive

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

5 / 25

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

C) turn wide as you complete the turn

D) turn right and drive over the curb

6 / 25

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 turn signals, 4-way flashers, headlights and horn

D) using hand signals

7 / 25

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

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

B) get as close as possible to the fire.

C) both a and c.

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

8 / 25

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

9 / 25

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

A) vehicles and traffic signs

B) truck stops and gas stations

C) police and detours

D) tunnels and overpasses

10 / 25

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

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

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

C) first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flares

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

11 / 25

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

A) all of the above

B) children standing by an ice-cream truck

C) a crash scene

D) people working near the roadway

12 / 25

How or where do you use cargo blocking?

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

B) loosely around the cargo

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

D) both a and c

13 / 25

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

A) 3/32-inch in every major groove

B) 4/32-inch in every major groove

C) 5/32-inch in every major groove

D) 2/32-inch in every major groove

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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) oil, air compressor, radiator, hood latch

C) tires, suspension system parts, brakes

D) all of the above

15 / 25

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

A) all of the above

B) road construction zone

C) pedestrians and bicyclists

D) stopped transit bus

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

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

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

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

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

17 / 25

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

A) 50

B) 75

C) 100

D) 25

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

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

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

C) it is a requirement for all drivers

D) safety for yourself and other road users

19 / 25

What helps a drinker sober up?

A) all of the above

B) fresh air

C) time

D) coffee

20 / 25

What should you do when confronted by an aggressive driver?

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

B) don't let obscene gestures bother you

C) calmly try to get out of their way

D) all of the above

21 / 25

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

A) two

B) one

C) four

D) three

22 / 25

What is the reason to use placards?

A) to warn others of hazardous materials

B) to avoid mixing hazmat with food

C) all of the above

D) to combat terrorism

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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) broken leaf in a leaf spring

B) damaged tie rod

C) leaking shock absorber

D) missing U-bolt

24 / 25

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

A) narrower

B) shorter

C) greater

D) the same

25 / 25

When is it important to downshift an automatic transmission vehicle?

A) before entering a curve

B) never downshift an automatic transmission vehicle

C) going up a steep hill

D) going down a long grade

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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