Knowledge Test Class A #2
Class A Driving Test | Maine 2025 #2 Page 7 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Maine 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 ME 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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43 . With the exception of the straight line backing exercise, a driver may exit their vehicle and check its position during testing exercises up to:
A driver is allowed to exit their vehicle to check its position during any basic vehicle control skills test exercise. This action is called a "look." During the straight line backing exercise, a driver may not exceed one look. During any other exercise, a driver may not exceed two looks.
44 . To ensure normal stopping power, drivers of vehicles equipped with a front brake limiting valve should:
Some older vehicles have front brake limiting valves with "normal" and "slippery" settings. Setting a brake limiting valve to "slippery" reduces the vehicle's stopping power, so a driver should make sure the valve is in its "normal" position. Front wheel braking has proven to be effective in all driving conditions.
45 . Mirrors should be checked:
Always check for traffic in your mirrors before changing lanes. Frequent mirror checks should be a part of your normal scanning routine.
46 . As part of 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.
47 . A person driving with an open window in cold weather may be:
It is important to observe other drivers' actions and identify clues that a person could be driving impaired. Drivers who have had too much to drink, are sleepy, are on drugs, or are ill can present hazards to other drivers. One sign that a driver may be impaired is that they have their windows rolled down in cold weather.
48 . A cardboard box on the roadway:
Almost any foreign object on the road poses some potential danger. For example, even something as seemingly harmless as a cardboard box could contain a hard or heavy object that could damage your vehicle.
49 . An emergency brake must be controlled by:
All trucks, truck tractors, and buses must be equipped with emergency brakes and parking brakes. Because air pressure can eventually leak away, emergency and parking brakes should be held on by mechanical force.
50 . If an aggressive driver is involved in a crash down the road, you should:
If you observe 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.
2025 Maine | Frequently Asked Questions
In Maine, a CDL Class B license allows the holder to operate commercial vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds or towing a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, dump trucks, and straight trucks. The license also includes any vehicle included within Class C. However, to drive a combination vehicle, a Class A license is required.
A Class B CDL license in Maine allows the holder to operate single or combination vehicles where the single vehicle weighs over 26,000 pounds. This includes straight trucks, buses, segmented buses, dump trucks with small trailers, and trucks towing trailers not exceeding 10,000 pounds. However, a Class B license does not cover operation of Class A vehicles.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Maine, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Maine driver's license, pass a vision test, and successfully complete a written knowledge test. Afterward, you'll need to pass a skills test which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic controls test, and on-road driving exam.
To qualify for a Class B CDL license in Maine, you must be at least 21 years old for interstate driving. However, if you plan to drive only within Maine (intrastate driving), you can apply for a Class B CDL license at the age of 18. Additionally, you must pass both a written knowledge test and a skills test.
While endorsements are not necessary to obtain a basic Class B CDL in Maine, they can broaden the range of vehicles you can operate. Endorsements include passenger (P), school bus (S), tank vehicle (N), and hazardous materials (H). Each endorsement requires passing additional written and/or skills tests.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Maine includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection to ensure the vehicle is safe to drive, a basic controls test to evaluate your ability to control the vehicle, and an on-road driving test where you'll need to demonstrate proper driving techniques and safety measures.
Yes, Class B CDL license holders in Maine are restricted to operating vehicles under 26,001 pounds or towing vehicles that do not exceed 10,000 pounds. Additionally, unless they have specific endorsements, they cannot operate vehicles carrying hazardous materials, school buses, or passenger vehicles designed to carry 16 or more occupants.
In Maine, the Class B CDL written test is typically offered in English. However, accommodations for non-English speakers may be available in some cases. It's recommended to contact the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles directly to inquire about language options and any possible translation services.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam in Maine if you have a disability. The Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) provides reasonable testing accommodations according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). You'll need to provide documentation of your disability and specific accommodation needs to the BMV prior to scheduling your exam.
Yes, if you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Maine, you can retake it. However, you must wait a minimum of one day before retesting. There may also be retesting fees you'll need to pay. It's recommended to study the Maine Commercial Driver Manual thoroughly before reattempting the test.