Knowledge Test Class B #1
Class B Driving Test | Maryland 2024 #1 Page 5 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Maryland 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 MD CDL class B 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 B requirements may vary from state to state.
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29 . When changing lanes:
Always use your turn signals and check your mirrors when changing lanes.
30 . A liver can process about ____ per hour.
The faster you drink, the higher your blood alcohol content (BAC) will become. The liver removes alcohol from a body at a fixed rate of about one drink per hour.
31 . Wheel rims that have been welded should:
Wheels or rims that have had welding repairs are not safe to be used.
32 . Before driving a vehicle with air brakes, you should ensure that the spring brakes come on automatically when:
Driving uphill.
Before driving a vehicle with air brakes, you should ensure that the spring brakes come on automatically when air tank pressure falls to a level between 20 and 45 psi. You can do this by chocking the wheels and releasing air from the braking system by stepping on and off the brake pedal. Once the pressure drops to an unsafe level, the parking brake valve should pop out and spring brakes should come on.
33 . What is a drawback of retarders?
A retarder is a device that helps to slow a vehicle, reducing the need for a driver to use the brakes. However, these devices can be noisy and are not permitted everywhere.
34 . If driving through flowing water or a large puddle, you should:
It is best to avoid driving through large puddles or moving water. If there is no way to avoid driving through water, you should slow down, shift into a low gear, and gently apply the brakes. Pressing linings against the brake drums or discs will keep water, mud, silt, and sand from getting inside the brake mechanisms.
35 . When braking while ABS is activated, you should:
Brake softer than you normally would.
In a vehicle equipped with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you should apply the brakes in the same manner that you would if you were driving without ABS.
2024 Maryland | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Maryland allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds. This typically includes buses, dump trucks, delivery trucks, and garbage trucks.
A Class B CDL license in Maryland permits the operation of single vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, or such vehicles towing another not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, dump trucks, tow trucks, delivery trucks, straight trucks and garbage trucks.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Maryland, you must be at least 18 years old, possess a valid non-commercial driver's license, and pass a medical examination. You'll also need to pass the CDL general knowledge test and any additional tests for endorsements. Lastly, you must successfully complete a skills test which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic controls test, and a road test.
In Maryland, to qualify for a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), you must be at least 18 years old for intrastate driving (within Maryland only) and at least 21 years old for interstate driving (across state lines). You also need a valid non-commercial driver's license.
Specific endorsements aren't necessary for a Class B CDL license, but they can expand your driving capabilities. Endorsements like Passenger (P), School Bus (S), and Tank Vehicle (N) require additional tests. For example, if you plan to drive a school bus or tank truck, you would need the appropriate endorsements.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Maryland includes three main parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection to test your ability to assess the safety of your vehicle, a basic control skills test to evaluate your ability to maneuver and control the vehicle, and an on-road driving test to assess your driving skills in various traffic situations.
Yes, Class B CDL license holders in Maryland are limited to operating vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more, or towing vehicles not exceeding 10,000 lbs. They cannot operate Class A vehicles unless they have the appropriate endorsements. Additionally, interstate drivers must be at least 21 years old.
Yes, in Maryland, the written Class B CDL test can be taken in several languages other than English. These include Spanish, French, and Korean among others. However, federal regulations require that all CDL holders must be able to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public and understand highway traffic signs and signals.
Yes, you can request test accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam in Maryland due to a disability. The Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) provides reasonable accommodations such as sign language interpreters, extra time, and accessible testing equipment. It's recommended to make your request in advance to ensure the necessary arrangements can be made.
If you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Maryland, you can retake it. However, you'll have to wait at least one business day before retesting. There's no limit to the number of attempts you can make to pass the test, but a retesting fee may apply each time. It's advised to study thoroughly to increase your chances of passing.