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New Hampshire Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
How should one adjust their driving speed according to road conditions?
Choose one answer below.
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Maintain a constant speed regardless of conditions
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B
Increase speed in bad weather
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C
Reduce speed in adverse conditions like rain, snow, or ice
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D
Only adjust speed when explicitly required
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QUESTION 2 / 25
What is considered a High Risk Maneuver for a commercial vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Driving straight down an empty road
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B
Making sharp turns and lane changes near other vehicles
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C
Entering a highway from an on-ramp
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D
Stopping at a weigh station
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QUESTION 3 / 25
How can a driver safely back up a commercial vehicle?
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A
Use a spotter if available and check all mirrors before proceeding
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B
Rely solely on the rearview camera
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C
Back up quickly to minimize time in the blind spot
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D
Only look over your shoulder
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QUESTION 4 / 25
What is the most critical aspect to check when transporting cargo?
Choose one answer below.
A
That the load is balanced and secured properly
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B
That the cargo is below weight limits
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C
That the cargo is covered with tarps
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D
That the cargo is loaded with uniform weight distribution
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QUESTION 5 / 25
What is the minimum age to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in New Hampshire for intrastate driving?
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16 years old
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B
18 years old
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C
21 years old
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D
25 years old
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QUESTION 6 / 25
How should you handle a tire blowout while driving a commercial vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Accelerate to maintain control
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B
Turn sharply to the left
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C
Hold the steering wheel firmly and reduce speed gradually
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D
Hit the brakes immediately
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QUESTION 7 / 25
What is a suggested method for handling brake failure?
Choose one answer below.
A
Shift into neutral and coast to a stop
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B
Apply maximum pressure to the brake pedal
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C
Use engine braking to slow down
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D
Steer onto a highway shoulder
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QUESTION 8 / 25
How should you handle maintaining a safe distance during inclement weather?
Choose one answer below.
A
Increase the following distance to allow for longer stopping time
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B
Decrease the following distance to expedite travel
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C
Follow the vehicle in front closely to avoid losing traction
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D
Turn on hazard lights to signal other vehicles
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QUESTION 9 / 25
What is the effect of heavy cargo on stopping distance?
Choose one answer below.
A
It has no effect on stopping distance
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B
It decreases stopping distance
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C
It increases stopping distance significantly
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D
It only affects stopping distance on wet roads
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QUESTION 10 / 25
What should drivers do during a routine pre-trip inspection?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only check the brakes
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B
Conduct a comprehensive check of all vehicle functions
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C
Focus solely on tire pressure
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D
Inspect only the engine components
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QUESTION 11 / 25
The average driver needs ______hours of sleep every 24 hours.
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A
3-4
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B
5-6
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C
7-8
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D
9-10
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What steps can help avoid a collision with a tailgater?
Choose one answer below.
A
Decrease speed suddenly to create distance
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B
Increase following distance and avoid sudden stops
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C
Turn on turn signals frequently
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D
Engage in aggressive driving
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QUESTION 13 / 25
How do you correct a real-wheel acceleration skid?
Choose one answer below.
A
Downshift
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B
Stop acceleration
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C
Apply more power to the wheels
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D
Steer sharply to regain control
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QUESTION 14 / 25
What should be done if the vehicle loses its brakes while driving downhill?
Choose one answer below.
A
Accelerate to gain control
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B
Shift to a lower gear and look for a safe area to pull over
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C
Immediately pull off the road regardless of surroundings
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D
Use the parking brake only
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What is a good indicator that ice may be forming on the roadway?
Choose one answer below.
A
Your outside mirrors have ice on them
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B
You cannot see the exhaust of other vehicles
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C
You can see spray from other vehicles
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D
The temperature is below freezing
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What is the best practice for managing fatigue while driving a commercial vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Only drinking coffee to stay awake
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B
Taking regular breaks and ensuring adequate rest
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C
Listening to music loudly
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D
Pushing through tiredness without stopping
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QUESTION 17 / 25
How should cargo be secured in a commercial vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
By stacking it loosely
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B
By using appropriate tie-downs and restraints
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C
By leaving it unrestrained for easy access
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D
By placing heavier items on top
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What is the correct way to enter a highway with a commercial vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Use the on-ramp to accelerate to highway speed before merging
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B
Merge directly from the shoulder of the road
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C
Stop at the end of the on-ramp before entering
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D
Wait for a signal from other drivers to merge
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QUESTION 19 / 25
When confronted by an aggressive driver, the very first thing you should do is:
Choose one answer below.
A
Maintain your position.
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B
Make every attempt to get out of their way.
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C
Gesture that you made a mistake.
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D
Accelerate to distance yourself.
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QUESTION 20 / 25
If you need to leave the road in a traffic emergency, you should:
Choose one answer below.
A
Avoid the shoulder, because most shoulders will not support a large vehicle.
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B
Try to get all wheels off the pavement.
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C
Avoid braking until your speed has dropped to about 20 mph.
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D
Signal your intentions to other drivers.
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QUESTION 21 / 25
What should a commercial driver do to ensure cargo is transported safely?
Choose one answer below.
A
Load cargo quickly to meet deadlines
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B
Balance and secure the load properly
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C
Transport loads regardless of weight limits
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D
Check cargo visually without securing it
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QUESTION 22 / 25
How should drivers react to aggressive drivers?
Choose one answer below.
A
Engage with them to assert dominance
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B
Stay calm and avoid engaging; allow them to pass
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C
Speed up to avoid them
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D
Make eye contact to show confidence
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What is the recommended following distance for commercial drivers when driving under 40 mph?
Choose one answer below.
A
Maintain a minimum of one second for every ten feet of vehicle length
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B
Keep a distance equal to one vehicle length only
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C
Stay close to the vehicle ahead to minimize gaps
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D
Maintain a distance of at least five seconds
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QUESTION 24 / 25
Is it legal to use a handheld mobile device while driving a commercial vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yes, if the driver feels it's safe
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B
No, it is prohibited
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C
Yes, if it's hands-free
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D
No, but it's allowed during rest breaks
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QUESTION 25 / 25
How can one reduce the risk of a rollover in a commercial vehicle?
Choose one answer below.
A
By driving at high speeds on curves
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B
By keeping the center of gravity low and avoiding abrupt steering movements
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C
By loading cargo in the rear only
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D
By maintaining a high weight load at all times
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