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Combination Vehicles Practice Test | Delaware 2025 #2 Page 2 of 3
Train for FREE online with our Delaware 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 DE 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 . In a double or triple combination:
The weight of the trailers does not matter.
When positioning trailers in a combination, the most heavily-loaded trailer should be the closest to the tractor. The lightest trailer should be positioned in the rear.
9 . When driving a bobtail tractor, you should be aware that:
Bobtails are illegal in most states.
Bobtail tractors are tractors that are not attached to any semitrailers. When operating a bobtail, you should be aware that stopping can be difficult and that it will take a longer distance to bring the bobtail to a complete stop than it would a tractor attached to a loaded semitrailer.
10 . Driving a combination vehicle ____ than driving a single vehicle.
Is safer in inclement weather
Driving a combination vehicle usually requires more skill than driving a single vehicle. Combination vehicles are generally longer and heavier than single commercial vehicles.
11 . Keeping cargo low can:
Rollovers can happen when a combination vehicle is turned too quickly. To help prevent the risk of rollover, it is important to keep the vehicle's center of gravity low by loading cargo as close to the ground as possible.
12 . After finishing a pre-trip inspection, you should:
Leave the emergency line valve open.
Before a trip, you should ensure that air reaches all air brakes on all trailers by opening up the rear emergency line and service line shut-off valves to listen for escaping air. Close both shut-off valves before beginning to drive.
13 . When backing up to couple a trailer, you should position the tractor:
At a 60-degree angle in front of the trailer.
When backing up to couple a trailer, you should position the tractor directly in front of the trailer. Trying to couple while backing at an angle could cause the trailer to move and the landing gear to break.
14 . The service air line is attached to the:
Steering wheel.
The service air line carries air and is controlled by either the foot brake or trailer hand brake. The service air line is attached to relay valves, which allow the trailer brakes to be applied quickly.
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2025 Delaware | Frequently Asked Questions
In Delaware, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B allows the holder to operate vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds, or towing vehicles not in excess of 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, dump trucks, tow trucks, delivery trucks and garbage trucks. Endorsements may be required for certain vehicles such as school buses.
A Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in Delaware allows the holder to operate vehicles like buses, dump trucks, tow trucks, delivery trucks, and garbage trucks. These vehicles have a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of over 26,000 pounds or are towing vehicles not exceeding 10,000 pounds. Certain vehicles may require additional endorsements.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Delaware, the applicant must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Delaware driver's license, and pass a vision test. They must also pass written knowledge tests, a pre-trip vehicle inspection test, and a road skills test. A Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification may also be required.
To qualify for a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in Delaware, you must be at least 18 years old. However, you must be 21 years or older if you plan to drive commercial vehicles across state lines (interstate driving) or transport hazardous materials.
While endorsements aren't necessary to obtain a Class B CDL license, they can expand your job opportunities. Endorsements certify you to drive certain types of vehicles or transport specific items. For example, a passenger endorsement allows you to drive a bus, and a hazardous materials endorsement permits you to transport hazardous goods. Endorsements require additional tests.
The Class B CDL skills test in Delaware includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving test. These assess your ability to inspect your vehicle before the trip, control the vehicle in various situations like turning and parking, and safely drive on public roads, adhering to traffic laws.
Class B CDL license holders in Delaware are restricted to driving single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more, or towing a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 lbs. GVWR. They cannot operate Class A combination vehicles. Additional endorsements may be required for certain vehicles like school buses or tank trucks.
In Delaware, the written Class B CDL test is primarily offered in English. However, some testing centers may provide the test in Spanish. It's recommended to contact your local DMV to confirm language availability. It's important to note that all drivers must be able to understand and read English to comply with federal regulations.
Yes, Delaware offers accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam due to disability. You can request for special arrangements by contacting the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). They will guide you through the process. The accommodation could include extra time, a quiet room, or a reader, depending on your specific needs.
If you fail the Class B CDL written test in Delaware, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least 2 business days before attempting the test again. If you fail three times, you will need to wait 30 days before your next attempt. Each test attempt requires a separate fee.
