Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Pennsylvania 2024 #1 Page 5 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 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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29 . If a tire fails, the driver should:
Accelerate.
If a tire fails, braking could cause a loss of control. Unless braking is necessary to avoid a hazard, you should stay off the brakes until your vehicle has slowed considerably. Only then should you brake very gently, pull off the road, and stop.
30 . How old must a person be to operate a CMV in interstate commerce?
25 years old
In Pennsylvania, you must be at least 18 years old to obtain a CDL. To operate a commercial vehicle in interstate commerce, you must be at least 21.
31 . You should always use at least ____ to secure cargo on a flatbed trailer.
Four tie-downs
When transporting cargo on a flatbed trailer, you should use at least one tie-down for every 10 feet of cargo. Any cargo, no matter how small, should be restrained by a minimum of two tie-downs.
32 . During the basic vehicle control skills test:
Excessive pull-ups are acceptable in the opinions of some test administrators.
During the basic vehicle control skills test, a pull-up will be scored any time an applicant stops and pulls forward to gain a better position. Stopping without changing direction will not. An excessive number of pull-ups will count as errors.
33 . To correct a drive-wheel braking skid, a driver should do all of the following, except:
Accelerate.
To correct a drive-wheel braking skid, you should first remove your foot from the brake pedal to allow the locked wheels to begin rolling again. Quickly steer in the direction you want to go, then countersteer to prevent your vehicle from skidding in the opposite direction.
34 . Once passing the CDL written test, an applicant must wait at least ____ before taking the skills tests.
15 days
After receiving your commercial learner's permit, you must wait at least 15 days before beginning skills testing.
35 . When inspecting underneath your vehicle for leaking fluids, you must look for all the following, except:
Windshield wiper fluid.
When approaching your vehicle before a trip, be sure to look underneath the vehicle for fresh oil, coolant, grease, or fuel leaks.
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2024 Pennsylvania | Frequently Asked Questions
In Pennsylvania, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A is defined as a license that allows the holder to operate any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the vehicle(s) being towed have a GVWR of more than 10,000 pounds. This includes tractor-trailers and truck and trailer combinations.
A Class A CDL license in Pennsylvania allows the holder to operate vehicles such as tractor-trailers, truck and trailer combinations, tank vehicles, livestock carriers, and flatbeds. This license is required for any combination of vehicles with a Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more if the towed vehicle is over 10,000 pounds.
To obtain a Class A CDL in Pennsylvania, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, and pass a vision test. You'll also need to pass a general knowledge test and a skills test, which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic controls test, and an on-road driving exam.
In Pennsylvania, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class A CDL license. However, you must be 21 years old or older if you plan to drive across state lines or carry hazardous materials. Please remember that additional requirements, like passing a medical examination and specific tests, also apply.
Endorsements are not required for a Class A CDL license, but they can enhance your driving privileges. Examples include H (Hazardous materials), T (Double/Triple trailers), P (Passenger vehicles), S (School buses), and N (Tank vehicles). Each endorsement requires passing a separate written knowledge test and, in some cases, a skills test.
The Class A CDL skills test in Pennsylvania is divided into three parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection to check your understanding of your vehicle and its safety, a basic controls test to assess your ability to control the vehicle, and an on-road driving exam to evaluate your practical driving skills in various traffic situations.
Yes, Class A CDL license holders may face limitations based on their driving and medical record. For instance, restrictions can be imposed for lack of English language proficiency, inability to operate a manual transmission, or if the driver requires corrective lenses. Additionally, drivers must pass a physical exam every two years to maintain their license.
Yes, in Pennsylvania, the written Class A CDL test is offered in multiple languages besides English. However, federal regulations require that all CDL holders must be able 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, accommodations can be made for the Class A CDL written test if you have a disability. You need to contact the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) ahead of time to discuss your needs. Accommodations may include extended time, a separate testing room, or having the test read aloud. It's important to provide sufficient documentation of your disability.
Yes, if you don't pass the Class A CDL written test in Pennsylvania, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least seven days before retaking the test. It's important to review the areas you struggled with before attempting the test again. Keep in mind that additional fees may apply for each retest.
