Knowledge Test Class B #1
Class B Driving Test | Colorado 2026 #1 Page 5 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Colorado class B 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 CO CDL class B permit in 2026, 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 B requirements may vary from state to state.
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29 . If another driver is tailgating you, you should:
Flash your lights.
If you are being tailgated, it is advisable to open up the space in front of your vehicle, making it easier for the tailgater to get around you. Speeding up may be counterproductive because the driver may continue to tailgate you at the higher speed, only increasing the danger.
30 . Which of the following is acceptable if found during a pre-trip inspection?
Cracks in the tires
When inspecting your tires, verify that there is tread depth of at least 4/32 of an inch in every major groove on the front tires and tread depth of at least 2/32 of an inch in grooves on the other tires. Be sure that your tires are not too worn, are not cracked, have proper air pressure, and are all equally sized.
31 . Your vehicle's final position should be:
Within two feet of the final position described by the examiner.
You should finish each exercise with your vehicle in the exact position described by the examiner. You can be penalized for failing to complete an exercise exactly in the manner described by the examiner, potentially resulting in failure of the basic control skills test.
32 . After starting the engine, oil pressure should reach a normal level:
Within 10 minutes of driving.
After you start the engine, keep an eye on the gauges. Oil pressure should rise to a normal level within a few seconds of the engine being started.
33 . When inspecting cargo, the driver should ensure all of the following, except:
That the cargo is heavier at the top than the bottom.
When inspecting cargo, a driver must ensure that the cargo is balanced and properly secured. To reduce the risk of a rollover, the weight of a load of cargo should be kept as low as possible. A trailer should not be overloaded.
34 . A vehicle should be equipped with all of the following, except:
A spotlight.
Commercial vehicles should always carry the proper emergency equipment. Be sure your vehicle is equipped with at least one fire extinguisher; spare electrical fuses, unless the vehicle is equipped with circuit breakers; and warning devices for parked vehicles, such as warning triangles, fuses, or liquid burning flares.
35 . Be sure you are always driving so your vehicle can stop:
Immediately.
Always be sure that you are driving in a manner that will allow your vehicle to come to a complete stop, if necessary, within the area of the road ahead that you are able to see.
2026 Colorado | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Colorado allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or towing vehicles not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, and any vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers including the driver.
A Class B CDL license in Colorado allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more, and towed vehicles not exceeding 10,000 pounds. It covers vehicles like city buses, delivery trucks, dump trucks with small trailers, and large straight trucks.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Colorado, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Colorado driver's license, pass a vision test, and successfully complete a written knowledge test. Additionally, you must pass a skills test which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and on-road driving.
In Colorado, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for intrastate driving (within Colorado only). However, you must be at least 21 years old to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines, carry hazardous materials, or transport passengers.
Specific endorsements aren't necessary for a Class B CDL license but they can broaden your driving capabilities. Endorsements include: H for hazardous materials, N for tank vehicles, P for passenger vehicles, S for school buses, and T for double/triple trailers. Each endorsement requires passing a knowledge test and some require a skills test.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Colorado includes three parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving test. You must demonstrate knowledge of your vehicle and its controls, show ability to manage its operation under various traffic conditions, and ensure it's safe for the road.
Yes, Class B CDL license holders in Colorado are restricted to operating vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or towing vehicles not more than 10,000 pounds. They can also operate buses with 24 passengers or more, including the driver. However, they cannot operate Class A vehicles unless they have the appropriate endorsements.
In Colorado, the written CDL test is offered only in English. Federal regulations mandate that all CDL applicants demonstrate proficiency in English. They must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the language to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam in Colorado if you have a disability. You must provide documentation of your disability and specify the type of accommodation needed. The DMV is committed to providing equal access to its services and will make reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Yes, you can retake the Class B CDL written test in Colorado. If you fail, you must wait one day before retaking it. If you fail three times, you must wait 30 days before your next attempt. Keep in mind each retest has an associated fee and make sure to study the manual thoroughly before retaking the test.