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Combination Vehicles Practice Test | North Carolina 2024 #2 Page 4 of 4
Train for FREE online with our North Carolina CDL combination vehicle 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 NC combination license 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 DMV requirements for issuing a combination license may vary from state to state.
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19 . To help prevent rollovers, you should:
Keep the load on one side of the trailer.
To lower the risk of a rollover, load your cargo as closely to the ground as possible. To further reduce this risk, take curves and corners slowly.
20 . What is a bobtail tractor?
Tractors without semi-trailers are referred to as "bobtail tractors." Bobtail tractors are difficult to operate and drivers must exercise caution.
21 . Pushing in the trailer air supply control will:
Push in the trailer air supply control to supply the trailer with air. Pull out the trailer air supply control to turn off the air supply and activate the emergency brakes.
22 . Proper coupling technique:
Can be learned over time.
Knowing proper coupling and uncoupling technique is fundamental to the safe operation of combination vehicles. Improper coupling can be very dangerous.
23 . An Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS):
Assists with the operation of brake lights.
The function of an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is to prevent a vehicle's wheels from locking up during hard braking.
24 . Compared to other commercial motor vehicles, combination vehicles need more space on the road because they are longer and they:
Swerve more often.
Combination vehicles need more space on the road than other commercial vehicles because they are longer and need more space to turn and stop. It is especially important to properly manage space when you are operating a combination vehicle.
25 . A trolley valve:
The trailer hand valve (also referred to as the trolley valve or Johnson bar) is a mechanism that works the trailer brakes. It should only be used to test the brakes. Using it while the vehicle is being driven could cause a skid. Never use the trailer hand valve while parking because doing so may release the air pressure from the braking system, releasing the brakes that are holding the vehicle in place.
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2024 North Carolina | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in North Carolina permits the holder to operate commercial vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds and towing vehicles not exceeding 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, and any vehicle designed to transport 24 passengers or more, including the driver. Endorsements may be required for certain vehicles.
A Class B CDL license in North Carolina allows you to operate single or combination vehicles where the single vehicle weighs over 26,000 pounds. This includes straight trucks, large buses, segmented buses, box trucks, dump trucks with small trailers, and any vehicle designed to transport 24 passengers or more including the driver.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in North Carolina, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid North Carolina driver's license, pass a DOT medical examination, successfully complete the CDL general knowledge test, and pass the skills test in the type of vehicle you plan to drive. A clean driving record is also essential.
In North Carolina, to qualify for a Class B CDL license, you must be at least 18 years old for intrastate transportation (within state lines) and at least 21 years old for interstate transportation (across state lines). Additionally, you must pass a medical examination and have a clean driving record.
Specific endorsements aren't necessary for a Class B CDL license in North Carolina but may be required based on the type of vehicle you plan to drive or cargo you're transporting. For example, you'd need a Passenger (P) endorsement to drive a bus or a Hazardous Materials (H) endorsement to transport HazMat. Each endorsement requires additional testing.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in North Carolina includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving test. You'll need to demonstrate your ability to inspect your vehicle, control it in different situations, and drive it safely on the road, following all traffic rules and regulations.
Yes, Class B CDL license holders in North Carolina are limited to operating vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR. They can't drive a combination of vehicles (like a tractor-trailer) that would require a Class A CDL. Also, additional endorsements may be needed for certain types of vehicles or cargo.
No, North Carolina does not offer the written Class B CDL test in languages other than English. This is due to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations which require drivers 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 in North Carolina due to disability. The Division of Motor Vehicles is committed to ensuring that its services are accessible. However, you must provide proper documentation of your disability and specify the type of accommodation needed. Contact your local DMV office for detailed information.
Yes, if you fail the Class B CDL written test in North Carolina, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least 5 days between attempts. There is no limit to the number of times you can retake the test, but each attempt requires a new fee. It's recommended to study thoroughly before retaking the test.
