Knowledge Test Class A #2
Class A Driving Test | Kentucky 2025 #2 Page 2 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Kentucky 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 KY 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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8 . Emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, are:
All commercial motor vehicles must carry appropriate emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers.
9 . Which of the following is an indication of standing water on the roadway?
Hydroplaning can occur in places where water collects on the road. Clear reflections, tire splashes, or rain drops on the road can indicate the presence of standing water.
10 . When doing a pre-trip inspection, you should:
Pre-trip inspections should be conducted in the same way every time. This will reinforce the steps, making it less likely that you will forget to inspect something important.
11 . Rough acceleration:
Rough acceleration can cause mechanical damage, so be sure to accelerate smoothly and gradually.
12 . As the driver of a truck carrying a load, you are responsible for all of the following, except:
It is the driver's responsibility to inspect their cargo; recognize overloading or poorly balanced weight; know that the cargo is properly secured and does not obscure the driver's view; and know that the cargo does not restrict access to emergency equipment. The driver is responsible for their cargo even if they were not the one who initially loaded and secured the cargo.
13 . If an aggressive driver is involved in a crash on the road ahead, you should:
If you see a crash involving an aggressive driver, you should stop a safe distance from the crash scene, wait for police to arrive, and inform them of the aggressive behavior you witnessed.
14 . During the vehicle inspection test, you will be asked to:
During the vehicle inspection test, you will be asked to do a complete inspection of your vehicle. You will need to explain what you are inspecting and why.
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2025 Kentucky | Frequently Asked Questions
In Kentucky, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B allows holders to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing another not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This class typically includes straight trucks, large buses, segmented buses, and dump trucks with small trailers.
A Class B CDL license in Kentucky allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more, or tow a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes straight trucks, large buses, segmented buses, dump trucks with small trailers, and farm labor vehicles.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Kentucky, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), have a valid Kentucky driver's license, pass a vision test, and complete a commercial driver’s license application. You'll also need to pass the General Knowledge test and any other knowledge tests for the specific vehicle type, plus a driving skills test.
In Kentucky, you must be at least 18 years old to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for intrastate driving (within Kentucky only). However, federal regulations require that you be at least 21 years old to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines, carry hazardous materials, or transport passengers.
While specific endorsements aren't necessary for a Class B CDL, they can provide additional driving privileges. Endorsements in Kentucky include H (Hazardous Materials), N (Tank Vehicles), P (Passenger Vehicles), S (School Buses), and T (Double/Triple Trailers). Each endorsement requires passing a knowledge test, and some require a skills test.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Kentucky includes three parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving exam. These tests assess your ability to inspect your vehicle before the trip, control the vehicle in various situations like backing, and drive safely in typical traffic situations respectively.
Class B CDL license holders in Kentucky are primarily limited to operating vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 26,000 pounds or vehicles towing another vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds. They can't operate Class A vehicles (tractor-trailers) without the appropriate license. Also, without specific endorsements, they can't transport hazardous materials, large numbers of passengers, or school children.
In Kentucky, the written Class B CDL test is primarily offered in English. However, Kentucky does provide the test in Spanish as well. It's important to note though, federal regulations require all CDL holders to have a basic understanding of English to communicate with officials and for safety reasons.
Yes, test accommodations are available in Kentucky for the Class B CDL written exam if you have a disability. You can request accommodations such as extra time, a quiet room, or a reader. To request these, you'll need to provide appropriate documentation of your disability to the Kentucky Division of Driver Licensing.
Yes, if you fail the Class B CDL written test in Kentucky, you can retake it. However, you must wait a minimum of one day before retesting. There is no limit to the number of times you can retake the test, but keep in mind that each attempt requires a new testing fee.
