FREE NS General Knowledge Test 1

When you drive a truck in Nova Scotia, you need to have a commercial truck driver’s licence. In Nova Scotia, the transportation sector is booming, and the truck drivers become highly sought after. The job market for truck drivers is good, with a significant number of drivers working full time and having a secure job.

To get your licence, it is necessary to pass both a written and a practical test. The written exam has a set of questions from the 2024 NS Commercial Driver’s Manual, and they are multiple choice requiring an 80% pass rate, taking half an hour to complete. The practical test is the demonstration of your truck driving abilities in front of the examiner.

Our NS General Knowledge practice test that consists of 25 questions is the first step to the road to the success in your exams. There is an explanation for each question to be able to get familiar with all the rules. Such exercises are vital for making sure you pass the knowledge exam and take part in the trucking industry of Nova Scotia’s green world. Good luck and be careful behind the wheel!

Perfect for first-time and renewal commercial applicants, and those adding endorsements
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NS Driver and Vehicle Services

Official Nova Scotia driver's manual (2024)

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Written by Andrei Zakhareuski Updated over a week ago

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Who is responsible for the safe operation of a motor vehicle?
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Drivers are exempted from keeping a daily log if they drive within a radius of
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What is the maximum permitted width of a semi-trailer?