Sharing the Road — New Jersey
New Jersey CDL practice test: 438 free practice questions (Based on the official driver handbook). The official format is not yet verified; check the official site before your test. Sharing the Road: 21 questions.
Pedestrians, cyclists, school buses, emergency vehicles and heavy trucks.
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| Topic / Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Topic | Sharing the Road |
| License test | New Jersey CDL permit (CLP) knowledge tests |
| Topic questions | 21 (5% of 438 total) |
| Review status | This topic page is still being reviewed against the official handbook. Until review is finished it is hidden from search engines. |
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Questions (21)
1. When approaching a railroad crossing:
- You will likely be able to outdrive a train.
- You should not rely only on warning signals. ✓
- You should roll a window down to listen for an approaching train.
- You should only worry about the track closest to your vehicle.
Answer: B. You should not rely only on warning signals.
You should not rely only on warning signals; treat signals, gates, and flagmen as aids, not guarantees, and keep looking and listening for a train. The handbook's crossing section says you should not rely solely on warning signals, gates, or flagmen. It also warns that trains may not sound horns at some crossings and that noise inside the cab can keep you from hearing a horn until the train is close. So the safe approach is to slow down, look and listen in both directions, and stay alert even when a signal or gate appears to clear the way.
2. If driving a school bus, your four-way flashers should:
- Be activated before crossing railroad tracks. ✓
- Never be used.
- Only be used after crossing railroad tracks.
- Only be used near railroad tracks if a train is approaching.
Answer: A. Be activated before crossing railroad tracks.
Your four-way flashers should be activated before crossing railroad tracks. The handbook lists the steps a school bus driver should follow at railroad crossings. As the vehicle approaches the crossing, the driver activates the four-way flashers. Later steps include stopping within the required distance, setting the parking brake, and looking and listening for a train. The same section says to deactivate the flashers after the vehicle crosses the tracks. Together these show the flashers are on during the approach and crossing, so they must be turned on before crossing, not only afterward or only when a train is approaching.
3. A school bus stop:
- Can be added by the driver if students are given notice of the change.
- Should be voted on by the students and parents.
- Should change frequently.
- Should be established by the school and not changed. ✓
Answer: D. Should be established by the school and not changed.
A school bus stop should be established by the school and not changed. The handbook says each school district sets official routes and official school bus stops. All stops should be approved by the school district before the stop is made. It also says you should never change a bus stop location without written approval from the appropriate school district official. That means a driver does not create or move stops on their own. The passage says nothing about students and parents voting or about changing stops often.
4. If a school bus needs to be evacuated, passengers should:
- Always use the rear door.
- Always use the windows.
- Always use the front door.
- Use the exit deemed safest. ✓
Answer: D. Use the exit deemed safest.
5. A blind spot extends at least ____ behind a school bus.
- 10 feet
- 50 feet ✓
- 100 feet
- 1,000 feet
Answer: B. 50 feet
The blind spot behind a school bus extends at least 50 feet. The handbook describes the blind spot behind the bus as starting around 50 feet and reaching farther back, possibly up to 150 feet, and in some cases up to 400 feet depending on the bus. Since the question asks for the minimum distance, the lower end of that stated range is the correct figure. The handbook also says the exterior side mirrors must be used to watch traffic entering the area behind the bus.
6. When approaching a railroad crossing, you should:
- Rely on the posted signals to indicate when a train is approaching.
- Rely on the movements of other motorists to indicate when a train is approaching.
- Not rely on signals to indicate when a train is approaching. ✓
- Look to see if nearby plants are moving from the breeze created by a passing train
Answer: C. Not rely on signals to indicate when a train is approaching.
Do not rely on signals to indicate when a train is approaching; look and listen for yourself. The handbook's railroad-crossing section warns that you should not rely solely on warning signals, gates, or flagmen to tell you a train is near. It points out that trains may not sound horns at some crossings, and noise inside the cab can keep you from hearing one until it is close. It also notes that a train on one track can hide another train on a second track. So you need to look and listen in both directions instead of treating signals as proof the tracks are clear.
7. Compared to other commercial motor vehicles, combination vehicles need more space on the road because they are longer and they:
- Need more space to turn and stop. ✓
- Drive more slowly.
- Are twice the width.
- Swerve more often.
Answer: A. Need more space to turn and stop.
Combination vehicles need more space because they are longer and need more room to turn and stop. The handbook says doubles and triples take up more space than other commercial vehicles. They are longer, and they cannot be turned or stopped suddenly, so you should allow more following distance and make sure you have large enough gaps before entering or crossing traffic. The general driving section makes the same point for large vehicles: they take up more space and need more space for stopping and turning. That directly supports choosing the answer about turning and stopping.
8. Which of the following is acceptable?
- Dual tires that do not come into contact with each other ✓
- Tires of mismatched sizes if used only on short trips
- Retreaded tires on the front of a school bus
- Tires with cracks
Answer: A. Dual tires that do not come into contact with each other
Dual tires that do not come into contact with each other are acceptable — duals that touch each other or touch parts of the vehicle are a defect. The handbook's tire inspection list names the things that make a tire or tire setup unacceptable. Among those listed problems are dual tires that come in contact with each other or with parts of the vehicle, and mismatched sizes. So a pair of duals that stay clear of each other and of the vehicle is the one situation here that isn't on the defect list.
9. Dry bulk tanks:
- Usually have low centers of gravity.
- Usually have high centers of gravity. ✓
- Usually are not allowed to cross railroad tracks.
- Cannot be driven on interstates.
Answer: B. Usually have high centers of gravity.
Dry bulk tanks usually have high centers of gravity, which is why they need extra care. The handbook's cargo section lists dry bulk tanks as a load needing special attention, and gives the reason: they have a high center of gravity and the load can shift. Because of that, you should be very slow and careful around curves and sharp turns. The tank section explains what a high center of gravity means: much of the weight rides high off the road, so the vehicle is top-heavy and easier to roll over.
10. When crossing railroad tracks, you should:
- Stop on the tracks.
- Change gears.
- Try to pass.
- Stay in your lane. ✓
Answer: D. Stay in your lane.
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Last checked: 2026-10-17 · Verified from official source
Updated: · Based on the official driver handbook