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Combination Vehicles Practice Test | Arkansas 2025 #1 Page 2 of 3
Train for FREE online with our Arkansas CDL combination vehicle 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 AR combination license 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 DMV requirements for issuing a combination license may vary from state to state.
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8 . When lightly loaded, combination vehicles:
Should be loaded with most of the weight in the rear of the trailer.
When a combination vehicle is lightly loaded, it may have poor traction. It is very easy for wheels to lock up on lightly-loaded vehicles when they are being stopped.
9 . If a trailer begins to skid, it is best for the driver to:
If your trailer begins to skid, you should release the brakes to regain traction. The trailer will begin to straighten out once the wheels begin to grip the road again.
10 . If a trailer begins to skid, the driver should:
Accelerate.
If your trailer starts to skid while you are braking, you should release the brakes and allow them to begin to regain traction. Once its wheels have regained their grip on the road, the trailer will begin to straighten out and follow the tractor.
11 . In a vehicle equipped with an automatic tractor protection valve, the valve will pop out when:
Air pressure is above 45 psi.
In vehicles equipped with an automatic tractor protection valve, the valve will pop out if air pressure drops to a level between 20 and 45 psi. When the valve pops out, the protection valve will close, stopping the flow of air.
12 . Trailers with low underneath clearance can present challenges when driving over:
Railroad-highway crossings may be difficult to cross when pulling a trailer with a low underneath clearance. In particular, both low-slung units and single-axle tractors pulling long trailers are especially challenging to drive over raised crossings.
13 . If your trailer begins to drift off course while you are backing, you should:
Return the steering wheel to the 12 o’clock position.
If your trailer begins to drift while you are backing, you should correct the drift immediately by turning the top of the steering wheel in the direction of the drift.
14 . If you need to back your trailer but cannot back up in a straight path, you should:
Always turn to your right.
If you need to back your trailer but cannot back up in a straight path, you should back on a curved path toward the driver's side of the vehicle. This will permit you the best possible visibility while backing.
2025 Arkansas | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Arkansas allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds. This includes straight trucks, large buses, segmented buses, and dump trucks with small trailers.
A Class B CDL license in Arkansas permits the holder to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or a vehicle of this size towing another not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes straight trucks, large passenger buses, segmented buses, and dump trucks with small trailers.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Arkansas, applicants must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Arkansas driver's license, pass a vision exam, and successfully complete a knowledge test. Applicants must also pass a skills test which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills test and on-road driving exam.
In Arkansas, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B CDL license for intrastate driving (within state borders). However, if you plan to drive commercially across state lines (interstate driving) or transport hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old.
Specific endorsements for a Class B CDL license in Arkansas are not necessary unless you plan to drive certain types of vehicles or transport specific cargo. For example, endorsements are needed for passenger vehicles, school buses, tank vehicles, or to carry hazardous materials. Each endorsement requires an additional knowledge test and sometimes a skills test.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Arkansas includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving test. These tests evaluate your ability to inspect your vehicle, control it in various situations (like backing up), and safely operate it on public roads, following all traffic laws and regulations.
Yes, Class B CDL license holders in Arkansas are restricted to operating vehicles under 26,001 pounds or towing a vehicle that is not more than 10,000 pounds. They cannot drive a combination of vehicles that together exceed these weight limits. Also, they can't operate a Class A vehicle without the appropriate license and endorsements.
In Arkansas, the written Class B CDL test is primarily offered in English. However, some locations may provide a Spanish version of the test. It's recommended to contact your local testing center to confirm the availability of tests in other languages. Keep in mind that all drivers must understand English to a level required for safe operation of commercial vehicles.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam if you have a disability. You should contact the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration ahead of your test to discuss your needs and they will assist you in making suitable arrangements. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Yes, if you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Arkansas, you can retake it. You must wait at least one day before retaking the test. However, if you fail the test three times, you will need to wait 30 days before you can retake it. There might be additional fees for each retest. Always check with your local DMV for specific rules and regulations.