Knowledge Test Class B #2
Class B Driving Test | Maine 2025 #2 Page 3 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Maine 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 ME CDL class B 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 B requirements may vary from state to state.
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15 . Broken suspension parts:
The suspension system holds up a vehicle and its load while keeping the axles in place. Defects in this system are extremely dangerous.
16 . If unable to tell if the road is becoming icy and slippery, a driver:
If you think the road surface may be becoming icy but you are not certain, you can open your window and feel the front of the side mirror, mirror support, or antenna. If ice has formed on any of these items, the road is likely becoming icy as well.
17 . How can you check for a leak in hydraulic brakes?
Check hydraulic brakes by pumping the brake pedal three times before applying firm pressure to the pedal for five seconds. The pedal should not move. If it does, there may be a leak or some other problem in the braking system.
18 . If your brakes fail when traveling downhill, decide what to do as quickly as possible because:
However you choose to deal with a brake failure on a downhill slope, it is important that you make your decision as quickly as possible. The longer you wait to act, the faster your vehicle will be moving, and the harder it will become to stop.
19 . What do air brakes use to make the brakes work?
Many large CMVs are equipped with air brakes. An air braking system uses compressed air to operate.
20 . If exiting a bus, a driver must:
When exiting your vehicle during the basic vehicle control skills test, you must face the vehicle and maintain three points of contact at all times. If your testing vehicle is a bus, you must maintain contact with the handrail. Exiting the vehicle incorrectly may result in automatic failure of the basic vehicle control skills test.
21 . When transporting a load, the cargo should be inspected:
Cargo and its securing devices must be inspected before starting a trip. After beginning a trip, the driver should check the load and securing devices within the first 50 miles on the road, every three hours or 150 miles traveled, and after every break.
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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.
