Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Pennsylvania 2025 #1 Page 4 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Pennsylvania 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 PA CDL class A 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 A requirements may vary from state to state.
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22 . During a walk-around inspection, ensure there are no cracks on the brake drums that are more than ____ of the width of the friction area.
One tenth
Before beginning a trip, it is important to check the brake drums during your walk-around inspection. It is unsafe to drive if any brake drum has a crack more than one half of the width of the friction area.
23 . If the air pressure warning light comes on, you should:
Safely exit the roadway and stop.
If the air pressure warning light or buzzer comes on while you are driving, you should immediately stop and safely park the vehicle. This warning signal indicates that there is a problem in the air brake system that needs to be fixed.
24 . When the brake pedal is pushed down, air brakes work:
Only if it is warm outside.
Because air takes time to flow through the air lines to the brakes, air brakes cannot begin working instantly. There is often a brake lag of at least one-half of a second between the moment the brake pedal is pressed and the moment the brakes begin to work.
25 . A driver should stop after a short distance after changing a tire to:
Ensure that changing one tire did not damage another tire.
After a tire has been changed, you should stop after a short distance to re-check the tightness of the wheel nuts.
26 . After driving over a bridge during the driving skills test, you may be asked to recall.
If there was a crosswalk on the bridge.
If you drive over a bridge during the on-road driving skills test, the examiner may ask you afterwards to recall the bridge's posted weight limit.
27 . When checking its automatic transmission fluid, the vehicle:
Should be lifted with a jack.
Your vehicle's engine may need to be running in order for you to check the level of its automatic transmission fluid.
28 . If a driver holds a CDL and moves to another state:
The must get a new license.
If you are a new Pennsylvania resident and wish to obtain a CDL, you must surrender your out-of-state license. Pennsylvania law may prohibit issuing licenses to out-of-state addresses. If you surrender an out-of-state CDL, you must undergo a vision screening test. You must undergo additional testing if you want to be licensed to transport hazardous materials or operate a school bus.
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2025 Pennsylvania | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Pennsylvania 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 GVWR. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, dump trucks, delivery trucks, and utility vehicles.
With a Class B CDL license in Pennsylvania, you can operate single vehicles like buses, dump trucks, tow trucks, delivery trucks, and garbage trucks. These vehicles have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or they may be towing another vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR.
In Pennsylvania, to acquire a Class B CDL license, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), hold a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, pass a vision test, and successfully complete a knowledge test. You'll also need a medical examiner's certificate, proving you're physically fit for the job. Lastly, you'll need to pass a road skills test in a Class B vehicle.
In Pennsylvania, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B CDL license for intrastate driving (within state lines). However, to drive a commercial vehicle across state lines (interstate driving), you must be at least 21 years old.
While not always necessary, specific endorsements may be required for certain types of Class B CDL driving in Pennsylvania. These endorsements, such as passenger, school bus, or hazardous materials, require additional knowledge tests. Having these endorsements can broaden your job opportunities as a commercial driver.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Pennsylvania includes three parts: a pre-trip inspection test, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving test. The pre-trip inspection tests your knowledge about your vehicle and its safety. The basic vehicle control test assesses your ability to maneuver and control the vehicle. The on-road driving test evaluates your driving skills in various traffic situations.
Class B CDL license holders in Pennsylvania are limited to operating vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) over 26,000 pounds or towing a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds. They cannot operate Class A vehicles unless they have the appropriate endorsements. Additionally, interstate drivers must be at least 21 years old.
Yes, it is possible to take the written Class B CDL test in languages other than English in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation provides the test in several languages. However, a basic understanding of English is required, as federal regulations mandate that all CDL holders understand English to a degree necessary to operate their vehicle safely.
Yes, you can request test accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam in Pennsylvania due to a disability. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation provides accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. These may include extended time, a separate testing room, or use of assistive technology. Contact PennDOT directly to discuss your specific needs.
If you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Pennsylvania, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least 3 days before retesting. There is also a retest fee each time you take the test. It's recommended to study thoroughly and use the available practice tests to increase your chances of passing on your next attempt.
