Knowledge Test Class A #2
Class A Driving Test | Nebraska 2024 #2 Page 2 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Nebraska class A license test. The official exam test consists of several obligatory parts, with all of them checking your knowledge of different blocks of road rules. If you need to obtain a NE CDL class A permit in 2024, practice as much as possible. Free sample tests published on our website will help you check and improve your knowledge and boost your grades. Please bear in mind that CDL class A requirements may vary from state to state.
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8 . When mirrors are properly adjusted:
A properly adjusted mirror will show some portion of the vehicle. This will provide a point of reference to help the driver judge the distance of other objects to the vehicle.
9 . When driving under wet conditions, what does a lack of spray from other vehicles indicate?
The tires have soaked up all the moisture.
If the road appears to be wet but the wheels of other vehicles are no longer generating spray, ice has formed on the road. Drive with extra caution when operating on wet or icy roads.
10 . When using a fire extinguisher on a fire, you should:
Aim the fire extinguisher at the ground about two feet away from the fire.
When using a fire extinguisher, you should stay as far away from the flames as possible and aim at the base of the fire.
11 . When it is difficult to see, such as at dawn or dusk, what is the best way to make your vehicle more visible?
Do not use any lights.
In conditions of poor visibility (such as at dawn, at dusk, in rain, or in snow), you should turn on your low beam headlights to make your vehicle easier to see. Do not use your high beams when driving near other vehicles.
12 . What is the average driver’s reaction time?
The average driver has a reaction time between three-quarters of a second and one second. At 55 mph, this corresponds to a distance of 61 feet traveled.
13 . The only way to become sober after drinking is to wait.
The liver removes alcohol from the body at a fixed rate. Despite popular belief, tricks like drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not speed up this process. The only way to become sober after drinking is to allow the body the time it needs to get rid of the alcohol.
14 . What is a retarder?
Retarders help to slow vehicles, reducing drivers' need to use brakes.
2024 Nebraska | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class A license in Nebraska allows the holder to operate any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle(s) being towed exceeds 10,000 pounds. It is typically used for driving tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, and livestock carriers.
A Class A CDL license in Nebraska allows the holder to operate vehicles such as tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, tank vehicles, and livestock carriers. It can also be used to drive flatbeds, and vehicles towing trailers or other vehicles over 10,000 pounds. However, certain endorsements may be required for specific types of vehicles.
To obtain a Class A CDL license in Nebraska, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Nebraska driver's license, pass a vision exam, and complete a written knowledge test. You also need to pass a skills test, which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic controls test, and an on-road driving exam.
In Nebraska, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class A CDL license. However, if you plan to drive across state lines or handle hazardous materials, federal regulations require you to be at least 21 years old.
No specific endorsements are required for a Class A CDL license in Nebraska. However, certain types of driving jobs may require specific endorsements. For instance, hauling hazardous materials requires an H endorsement, transporting passengers requires a P endorsement, and driving tank vehicles requires an N endorsement. These endorsements require additional testing.
The Class A CDL skills test in Nebraska encompasses three main parts: the vehicle inspection test, the basic controls test, and the road test. The vehicle inspection test checks your ability to assess the safety of a commercial vehicle. The basic controls test evaluates your ability to maneuver and control the vehicle. The road test assesses your on-road driving skills.
Yes, Class A CDL license holders in Nebraska may face certain limitations based on their skills and medical conditions. For instance, if they can't operate a manual transmission, they'll get an automatic transmission restriction. If they fail the air brakes knowledge test or skills test, they'll get an air brakes restriction. Also, medical conditions might limit their driving privileges.
In Nebraska, the written Class A CDL test is primarily administered in English, following federal regulations. However, the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) provides an interpreter for those who cannot understand or read English. It's important to contact your local DMV office in advance to request this service.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class A CDL written test in Nebraska if you have a disability. The Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals who require them. To request accommodations, you should contact your local DMV office ahead of your test date.
If you don't pass the Class A CDL written test in Nebraska on your first try, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least one day before retesting. There is no limit on the number of times you can retake the test, but keep in mind each attempt requires a new fee.