Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Alabama 2025 #1 Page 3 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Alabama 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 AL CDL class A permit in 2025, 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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15 . If your brakes fail when traveling downhill, decide what to do as quickly as possible because:
However you choose to deal with a brake failure on a downhill slope, it is important that you make your decision as quickly as possible. The longer you wait to act, the faster your vehicle will be moving, and the harder it will become to stop.
16 . If your brakes fail on a downgrade, your best hope to stop is to:
If your brakes fail on a downgrade, you will have to look outside your vehicle for a way to stop. Using an escape ramp is the safest way to stop your vehicle.
17 . If there are no warning gates or lights at a railroad crossing, you should:
Do whatever surrounding vehicles are doing.
A passive railroad crossing is a crossing that lacks control devices, like gates or warning lights. Before crossing a passive railroad crossing, you should search the tracks for approaching trains coming from either direction.
18 . Which of the following is not a type of distraction?
Distractions that can affect safe driving can be classified as physical (such as reaching for an object), mental (such as talking with passenger), or both (such as talking on a hand-held phone).
19 . Which type of brakes do most heavy-duty vehicles have?
Gravity brakes
For safety, most heavy-duty vehicles are equipped with dual air brake systems.
20 . The two indicators that determine when you should upshift are:
Oil pressure and air brake pressure.
There are two indicators that determine when you need to shift into a higher gear. One indicator is the engine speed (rpm). You should read your vehicle's manual to learn its rpm range and shift up when you reach the top of that range. The other indicator is road speed (mph). You should learn which speeds each gear can accommodate, then keep an eye on the speedometer and shift up as needed.
21 . The Individual Vehicle Distance Record (IVDR) does not need to include which of the following?
An Individual Vehicle Distance Record (IVDR) must include information about the distance traveled by a vehicle and the amount of fuel purchased. The required distance information includes the origin and destination points of the trip and the Vehicle Identification Number.
2025 Alabama | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class A license in Alabama allows holders to operate any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the towed vehicle(s) have a GVWR of more than 10,000 pounds. This typically includes tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, tank vehicles, livestock carriers, and flatbeds.
A Class A CDL license in Alabama allows operation of combination vehicles like tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, and tank vehicles. It also includes operating flatbeds, livestock carriers, and any vehicle towing another vehicle over 10,000 pounds. Basically, it covers vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more.
To obtain a Class A CDL license in Alabama, you must be at least 21 years old (18-20 years for intrastate driving), have a valid Alabama driver's license, pass a vision test, and complete a written knowledge test. Additionally, you'll need to pass a skills test which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic controls test, and an on-road driving exam.
In Alabama, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class A CDL for intrastate driving (within Alabama only). However, if you plan to drive interstate (across state lines) or haul hazardous materials, federal regulations require you to be at least 21 years old.
Endorsements are not required for a Class A CDL license in Alabama, but they can broaden the range of vehicles you can operate. For example, a T endorsement allows you to tow double or triple trailers, an H endorsement permits hazardous materials transport, while a P endorsement allows passenger vehicle operation. These endorsements require additional testing.
The Class A CDL skills test in Alabama includes three parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection to verify your ability to assess the safety of your vehicle, a basic controls test to evaluate your basic maneuvering skills, and an on-road driving examination to demonstrate your practical driving abilities under various traffic conditions.
Yes, Class A CDL license holders in Alabama may face certain limitations. These can be based on the driver's medical condition, driving ability or the type of vehicle driven. For example, a driver may have restrictions for not wearing corrective lenses, not driving a manual transmission, or not operating a truck with full air brakes.
In Alabama, the written Class A CDL test is primarily offered in English. However, some locations may provide the test in Spanish. It's important to note that even if the written test is passed in another language, all drivers must demonstrate a basic understanding of English to communicate with officials and complete the required forms.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class A CDL written test if you have a disability. The Americans with Disabilities Act requires test centers to provide reasonable accommodations. These may include extra time, a quiet room, or a reader. Contact your local DMV in Alabama to discuss your specific needs and arrange appropriate accommodations.
Yes, if you don't pass the Class A CDL written test in Alabama, you can retake it. There is a waiting period of one day before you can retake the exam. Also, you may be required to pay a retesting fee. It's advisable to study the CDL manual thoroughly before reattempting the test.