Knowledge Test Class B #2
Class B Driving Test | New Jersey 2026 #2 Page 7 of 7
Train for FREE online with our New Jersey 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 NJ CDL class B permit in 2026, 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 . An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS):
Helps to ensure control while braking.
ABS increases a driver's control during braking. It will not necessarily change the distance needed for a vehicle to come to a complete stop.
44 . Looking far ahead of your vehicle when driving is:
Only encouraged when transporting hazardous materials.
When driving, you should scan the road at least 12 to 15 seconds ahead of your vehicle. This will allow you to notice hazards as early as possible, giving you time to react to them appropriately.
45 . When making tight maneuvers, you should:
Open the cargo door.
Mirror checks should be a normal part of your scanning routine. It is particularly important to make frequent mirror checks when driving in close quarters.
46 . During a basic vehicle control skills test, what is considered an encroachment?
The vehicle stalling while the driver shifts gears.
An encroachment during the basic vehicle control skills test is when an exercise boundary line is touched or crossed by any portion of the applicant's vehicle. Every encroachment will be counted as an error.
47 . If a truck's Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is not working:
The truck will lack brakes on its left side.
If an ABS system fails, the vehicle will still have normal braking function. The driver should continue to drive and brake as they normally would.
48 . How many daily hours of sleep does an adult need to maintain alertness?
Four to five
Being properly rested is essential to the safe operation of a CMV. To maintain alertness, most people need eight to nine hours of sleep per night.
49 . How can you prevent drowsiness before a trip?
Schedule long trips at night.
To prevent drowsiness on a long trip, strategies include getting adequate sleep beforehand; planning out the route and stopping points in advance; driving with a passenger; and driving at times during which you are normally awake.
50 . Cargo inside a trailer:
Should be loaded with the heaviest items on top of lighter items.
Cargo must be properly secured to prevent it from moving in transit. Loose cargo can be dangerous to the driver operating the CMV, as well as to other road users.
2026 New Jersey | Frequently Asked Questions
To acquire a CDL Passenger endorsement in New Jersey, you must first have a commercial driver's license (CDL). Then, you'll need to pass the Passenger Transport Test and the CDL Skills Test in a vehicle of the same class that you plan to drive. Additionally, you must fulfill any medical requirements and pay the necessary fees.
To obtain a CDL Passenger license in New Jersey, you must be at least 21 years old, possess a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), pass a passenger transport written test, and complete a skills test in a vehicle similar to the one you'll be driving. Additionally, you must meet medical requirements and pay associated fees.
Yes, specific training and experience are required to secure a CDL Passenger endorsement in New Jersey. You must complete a training program that meets the state's requirements and pass a written knowledge test. Additionally, you will need to pass a skills test that includes a pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, and an on-road driving test.
Yes, to secure a CDL Passenger endorsement in New Jersey, you must pass a specific Passenger Transport written test. This test covers topics like vehicle inspection, loading and trip start, on the road, after-trip vehicle inspection, prohibited practices, and use of brake-door interlocks.
During the CDL Passenger endorsement skills test in New Jersey, you'll need to demonstrate your ability to inspect your vehicle, check safety equipment, manage passengers, handle luggage, drive safely on the road, and perform post-trip vehicle inspections. Your ability to handle emergency situations may also be assessed.
No, it is illegal to transport passengers without holding a valid CDL Passenger endorsement in New Jersey. Operating a vehicle designed to carry 16 or more passengers, including the driver, without the proper endorsement is a violation of state law. To legally transport passengers, you must obtain the appropriate endorsement by completing the required training and passing the necessary tests.
You can add a CDL Passenger endorsement to your existing CDL license in New Jersey. You don't need to apply for a new license. However, you will need to pass the Passenger Transport written test and pay the required fee to add this endorsement to your current CDL.
Yes, drivers with a CDL Passenger endorsement must follow specific rules. For instance, they're prohibited from using handheld mobile phones while driving. Also, they must ensure passengers have their seatbelts fastened, and they're required to comply with maximum capacity rules. Violating these regulations can result in fines, license suspension or revocation.
Yes, to acquire a CDL Passenger endorsement in New Jersey, you must be at least 21 years old. This is because federal regulations stipulate that drivers must be 21 to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines or carry hazardous materials. However, at 18 you can acquire a CDL for intrastate (within state) driving.
With a CDL Passenger endorsement in New Jersey, you will be eligible to operate vehicles such as buses, shuttles, and vans that are designed to transport 16 or more people including the driver. This may also include school buses if you have the proper school bus endorsement in addition to your passenger endorsement.