Knowledge Test Class B #1
Class B Driving Test | Montana 2024 #1 Page 5 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Montana 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 MT 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 traction is poor, a driver should accelerate slowly:
To be the last vehicle through an intersection.
Speeding up too quickly on a road with poor traction could cause a driver to lose control of their vehicle. In conditions that cause poor traction, a driver should accelerate especially smoothly and gradually.
30 . 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.
31 . On a truck with air brakes, the braking system’s air compressor:
Cleans the brakes.
In an air brake system, the air compressor pumps air into the air storage tanks. The air compressor is controlled by the air compressor governor.
32 . When exiting your vehicle, you must maintain ____ with the vehicle at all times.
Two points of contact
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 control skills test.
33 . Tie-downs are used to:
On flatbed trailers, cargo must be secured by tie-downs to keep it from shifting or falling off while the vehicle is in motion. Tie-downs may also be used to prevent cargo shifting in closed vans. Shifting cargo could affect the handling of a vehicle.
34 . Stopping distance can be affected by:
Traffic.
Factors that can affect your vehicle's stopping distance include driving speed, the vehicle's weight, and the slipperiness of the road surface.
35 . Why are roads especially slippery right after it begins to rain?
Tires are not usually designed to drive in rain.
In rainy weather, roads are often at their most slippery when the rain first begins to fall. Fresh rainwater mixes with oil and grease on the road to form a slick film. As the rain continues, this mixture will eventually wash away.
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2024 Montana | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Montana allows the holder to operate commercial vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds and towing vehicles not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, dump trucks, delivery trucks, and utility vehicles. The driver must pass a general knowledge test and a skills test in the type of vehicle they will be driving.
A Class B CDL license in Montana allows the holder to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or a towed vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR. This includes large passenger buses, segmented buses, delivery trucks, dump trucks with small trailers, and trucks that carry hazardous materials.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Montana, you must be at least 18 years old (21 if you want to drive across state lines), possess a valid Montana driver’s license, and pass a vision test. You'll also need to pass a written knowledge test, obtain a commercial learner's permit (CLP), and pass a skills test in the type of vehicle you'll be driving.
To qualify for a Class B CDL license in Montana, you must be at least 18 years old. However, if you intend to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines or carry hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old. You must also meet all other licensing requirements.
Specific endorsements aren't necessary for a Class B CDL license in Montana, but they can expand your job opportunities. Endorsements certify you to drive certain types of vehicles or carry specific cargo, like hazardous materials. To get an endorsement, you'll need to pass additional written and skills tests related to the specific type of commercial driving.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Montana includes three parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection to test your ability to assess the condition of your vehicle, a basic controls test to evaluate your driving skills in a controlled environment, and an on-road driving test where you show your ability to safely operate the vehicle in various traffic situations.
Yes, Class B CDL license holders in Montana are restricted to driving single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or towing vehicles not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR. They cannot operate Class A vehicles unless they upgrade their license. Additionally, certain endorsements may be required to transport specific types of cargo.
In Montana, the written Class B CDL test is typically offered in English. However, some locations may offer the test in Spanish. It's advised to contact your local Montana Motor Vehicle Division directly to confirm language availability and any potential accommodations for non-English speakers.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam if you have a disability. Montana's Motor Vehicle Division is committed to ensuring accessibility for all test-takers. You should contact your local MVD office in advance to discuss your needs and arrange appropriate accommodations. Accommodations may include extra time, a quiet room, or a reader.
Yes, if you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Montana, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least three days before retaking the exam. There's no limit to the number of times you can retake the test, but a retesting fee may apply each time.
