Knowledge Test Class B #2
Class B Driving Test | Minnesota 2025 #2 Page 6 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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36 . You may press more than one button to make a call from a cell phone while driving.
While driving, making a call on a hand-held phone or pressing more than one button to make a call on a hands-free phone are both prohibited activities.
37 . When should a turn signal be canceled by a driver?
If your vehicle does not have self-canceling turn signals, be sure to cancel your turn signal after completing a turn.
38 . Mirrors should be adjusted only after a vehicle has been driven for at least 15 minutes.
Proper mirror adjustment is essential to the safe operation of a vehicle. Mirrors should be adjusted prior to the start of any trip.
39 . 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.
40 . 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.
41 . Header boards:
Front-end header boards, also known as "headache racks," protect the driver from cargo moving in the event of a crash or emergency stop.
42 . On a flatbed trailer, a load does not need to be tied down if it is heavy enough.
On flatbed trailers and on trailers without sides, cargo must be tied down to prevent it from shifting or falling off in transit. You should be aware of tie-down requirements for your particular cargo.
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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.
