Knowledge Test Class A #2
Class A Driving Test | Idaho 2024 #2 Page 6 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Idaho 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 ID CDL class A permit in 2024, 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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36 . When driving, knowing what is happening behind you is:
To travel safely, it is essential that you know what is happening on all sides of your vehicle at all times. Use your mirrors frequently to help you remain aware of your surroundings.
37 . What does a vehicle inspection report do?
Drivers may be required to submit a written vehicle inspection report at the end of each day of driving. The motor carrier must repair any items in the report that affect safety and certify on the report that repairs were either made or unnecessary.
38 . During an applied leakage test, the maximum leakage rate for a triple combination vehicle is ____ in a minute.
It is important to know the maximum air loss rate that is safe for your specific vehicle. A triple combination should have a leakage rate no higher than 6 psi in a minute during an applied leakage test.
39 . Who is responsible for cargo that has been loaded onto a truck?
Even if they did not load or secure the cargo themselves, the driver of a vehicle is responsible for inspecting the cargo and ensuring that it is properly secured.
40 . When driving on packed snow, you should reduce your speed by:
Reduce your speed when traveling on surfaces that provide reduced traction. Reduce your speed by one-half or more when traveling on packed snow.
41 . CDL applicants must be at least:
In Idaho, you must be at least 18 years old to obtain a CDL. You must be at least 21 years old to be licensed to drive across state lines.
42 . When braking with ABS, you should:
When braking a vehicle equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should not brake any differently than you would if driving a vehicle with a different braking system.
2024 Idaho | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class A license in Idaho is defined as a commercial driver's license that allows the holder to operate any combination of vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the towed vehicle is heavier than 10,000 pounds. It typically covers vehicles like tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations.
A Class A CDL license in Idaho allows the holder to operate vehicles such as tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, tank vehicles, livestock carriers, and flatbeds. The license covers any combination of vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more if the towed vehicle exceeds 10,000 pounds.
To obtain a Class A CDL license in Idaho, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Idaho non-commercial license, pass a vision test, and successfully complete knowledge and skills tests. You also need to provide proof of age, identity, residency, and social security number. Medical requirements must be met too.
In Idaho, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class A CDL license for intrastate driving (within Idaho). However, you must be at least 21 years old to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines, carry hazardous materials, or transport interstate freight within the state.
While specific endorsements are not required for a Class A CDL license, they can provide additional permissions. Endorsements include H for hazardous materials, N for tank vehicles, P for passenger vehicles, S for school buses, T for double/triple trailers. Each endorsement requires passing additional knowledge and skills tests.
The Class A CDL skills test in Idaho encompasses three main parts: a pre-trip inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving test. The pre-trip inspection assesses your ability to inspect your vehicle before driving. The basic control test evaluates your ability to maneuver and control the vehicle. The on-road test examines your on-road driving skills.
Yes, there are limitations. Class A CDL license holders in Idaho are not allowed to operate a vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,001 pounds, or tow a vehicle heavier than 10,000 pounds unless they have the appropriate endorsements. They also cannot transport hazardous materials without an H endorsement or operate a passenger vehicle without a P endorsement.
In Idaho, the written Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) test is typically administered in English. However, some locations may offer the test in Spanish. It is important to note that all CDL holders must be able to read and speak English well enough 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 A CDL written test in Idaho if you have a disability. The Idaho Transportation Department complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. However, you must still meet the essential eligibility requirements for obtaining a CDL.
If you fail the Class A CDL written test in Idaho, you'll be allowed to retake the test. However, you have to wait at least three days before you can retake it. If you fail three times, you must wait 30 days before retesting. There's no limit to the number of times you can retake the test, but each attempt requires a new fee.