Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Mississippi 2024 #1 Page 7 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Mississippi 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 MS CDL class A 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 A requirements may vary from state to state.
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43 . The parking brake should be:
Used to stop the vehicle in normal driving.
The parking brake should be applied every time you park your vehicle.
44 . When the brake pedal is depressed, air brakes work:
Only if the green lever on the control panel is pushed down.
After the brake pedal is pushed down in a vehicle with air brakes, it takes a half-second or more for air to flow through the lines and make the brakes work. This contrasts with hydraulic brakes used in cars and light and medium trucks, which instantly begin working when the pedal is pushed.
45 . When completing an offset back/right parking maneuver, you should:
If you are asked to complete an offset back/right parking maneuver, you should first pull straight forward, then back up to the right. Your vehicle must be parked completely within the boundaries of the parking space.
46 . Poisonous fumes can enter a cab due to:
A faulty exhaust system is a serious safety hazard. It may allow poisonous fumes to enter the vehicle's cab or sleeper berth.
47 . If you are being tailgated, you should:
Allow the vehicle to pass.
If someone is tailgating you, it is a good idea to open up the space ahead of your vehicle to make it easier for the driver to pass you. Increasing your speed is not a good idea because the driver may continue to tailgate you at the higher speed, only increasing the danger.
48 . If a roadway is covered by fog, it is best for you to:
Avoid driving.
Driving in fog is always dangerous. If possible, you should always avoid driving under foggy conditions.
49 . How much water must be present for a vehicle to hydroplane?
Hydroplaning is an effect in which a vehicle's tires lose traction with the surface of the road and instead glide along a layer of water. There does not have to be much water on the road for this to occur.
50 . In general, if you are convicted of a traffic violation in your personal car:
You must tell your employer within 30 days.
If you are convicted of any traffic violations while driving any vehicle, you must notify your employer within 30 days of the conviction. This rule excludes parking violations.
2024 Mississippi | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Mississippi allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing another not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, and any vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver).
A Class B CDL license in Mississippi permits the operation of 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 straight trucks, large buses, segmented buses, box trucks (like delivery drivers and couriers), and dump trucks with small trailers.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Mississippi, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), have a valid Mississippi driver's license, pass a vision exam, and successfully complete a general knowledge test. You'll also need to pass a skills test, which includes vehicle inspection, basic controls, and on-road driving. Finally, you must pass any relevant endorsement tests.
In Mississippi, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for intrastate operation (within Mississippi only). However, to operate a commercial vehicle across state lines (interstate operation), you must be at least 21 years old.
While not necessary for a basic Class B CDL, endorsements can expand the types of vehicles you may drive or the cargo you can carry. Endorsements include passenger (P), school bus (S), tanker (N), hazardous materials (H), and a combination of tanker and hazardous materials (X). Each endorsement requires passing specific tests.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Mississippi encompasses three parts: pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, and on-road driving. The pre-trip inspection tests your knowledge on vehicle safety. Basic vehicle control evaluates your ability to maneuver the vehicle. On-road driving tests your skills in traffic situations, including left and right turns, intersections, railway crossings, and various types of lanes.
Class B CDL license holders in Mississippi are limited to driving single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 lbs or more, or towing a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 lbs GVWR. They can't operate Class A vehicles unless they upgrade their license. They're also restricted from driving vehicles requiring specific endorsements unless they've passed the necessary tests.
In Mississippi, the Class B CDL written test is typically offered in English. However, some locations may offer the test in Spanish. It's best to check with the specific testing location to confirm language options. It's important to note that all drivers must understand English to some degree, as federal law requires it for road communication.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam if you have a disability. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety works to ensure all applicants have equal access to the testing process. It's essential to make your request well in advance of your test date to allow time for arrangements to be made.
If you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Mississippi, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least one day before retaking the exam. There may be additional fees for each retest. It's recommended to study the CDL manual thoroughly before attempting the test again.