Knowledge Test Class B #1
Class B Driving Test | Minnesota 2025 #1 Page 7 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Minnesota 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 MN 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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43 . What can happen if a parking brake is used in very wet weather when temperatures are below freezing?
The brakes may explode.
If you use the parking brakes when the weather is very wet and the temperature is below freezing, the brakes may become frozen, preventing the vehicle from moving.
44 . You must put out emergency warning devices within ____ of stopping on the side of the road.
Two hours
If you must stop on the shoulder of a road, put out your emergency warning devices within 10 minutes of stopping. When pulling off the road to stop, be sure to turn on your four-way emergency flashers.
45 . During the basic control skills test, you will receive points if you:
The examiner will score the number of times your vehicle touches or crosses an exercise boundary line. Each encroachment will count as an error, resulting in points against your skills test score.
46 . You are especially likely to encounter strong winds when:
Strong winds can make it difficult to keep a vehicle in its proper lane. Strong wind can be a particular problem when a vehicle is being driven out of a tunnel.
47 . When transporting cargo, you should check on the cargo every 150 miles.
The securement of cargo must be checked before beginning a trip, within the first 50 miles of a trip, and then again every three hours or 150 miles.
48 . It is normal for fresh oil to be found on the pavement under a vehicle.
When approaching your vehicle before a trip, you should look underneath it to make sure there are no fresh oil, coolant, grease, or fuel leaks on the ground. Leaks can indicate unsafe defects on a vehicle.
49 . A truck should be driven over a truck apron in a roundabout.
Truck aprons are often included on single-lane entries to roundabouts to allow for the off-tracking of turning trucks. A truck apron can also allow oversized and/or overweight vehicles to more easily navigate the intersection.
50 . To use the controlled braking method, you should:
Pump the brakes.
The method of controlled braking involves applying the brakes as hard as you can without locking the wheels. If you need to make large steering adjustments while using controlled braking, you should remove your foot from the brake pedal, steer, then reapply the brakes.
2025 Minnesota | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Minnesota allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or a vehicle towing another not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, and any vehicle designed to transport 24 passengers or more, including the driver.
A Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License) in Minnesota allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds. This includes straight trucks, large buses, segmented buses, and dump trucks with small trailers.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Minnesota, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), have a valid Minnesota driver's license, pass a vision test, and successfully complete a knowledge test for the type of vehicle you plan to drive. Additionally, you must pass a skills test, which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic controls test, and on-road driving examination.
In Minnesota, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B CDL license. However, it's important to note that while this age allows you to operate commercial vehicles within the state (intrastate), you must be at least 21 years old to drive commercial vehicles across state lines (interstate).
While not always necessary, specific endorsements may be required for a Class B CDL license in Minnesota depending on the type of vehicle you plan to drive or the cargo you intend to carry. These endorsements could include passenger, school bus, tanker, hazardous materials (HazMat), or combination vehicle endorsements. Each endorsement requires passing additional knowledge and skills tests.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Minnesota encompasses three areas: pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and on-road driving. The pre-trip inspection tests your ability to assess the safety of your vehicle. Basic control tests your ability to maneuver and control the vehicle. On-road driving tests your ability to safely operate the vehicle in various traffic situations.
Class B CDL license holders in Minnesota are restricted to operating vehicles under 26,001 lbs. They can't operate Class A vehicles unless they have the appropriate endorsements. Additionally, they may be limited by any restrictions noted on their license, such as "no air brake equipped vehicles", "automatic transmission only", or "no passengers" in commercial buses or vans.
Yes, in Minnesota, the written Class B CDL test is available in several languages other than English. However, federal regulations require that all CDL holders must be able to read and speak English sufficiently 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 B CDL written exam if you have a disability. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is committed to providing equal access to its services. Contact them directly or visit their website for information on how to request accommodations. It's advisable to make your request well in advance of your scheduled test date.
Yes, if you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Minnesota, you can retake it. However, you must wait until the next day to retake the test. There is no limit to the number of times you can retake the test, but a retesting fee will be charged each time after the first two attempts.