Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Texas 2024 #1 Page 6 of 10
Train for FREE online with our Texas 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 TX 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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36 . During a static leakage test, the maximum leakage rate for a double combination vehicle is:
4 psi in one minute.
When performing a static leakage test on a double combination vehicle with air brakes, the leakage rate should be no more than 3 psi in one minute. If air leaks from the air brake system at a quicker rate, the vehicle should not be driven because something likely needs to be repaired.
37 . Some air brake systems use alcohol:
To reduce the risk of rust forming on air brake valves.
Some air brake systems contain an alcohol evaporator. This device introduces alcohol into the braking system to inhibit the formation of ice.
38 . When checking the air and electrical lines during a vehicle inspection, all of the following should be true, except:
The air lines are not dragging against tractor parts.
When examining the air and electrical lines as part of your vehicle inspection test, you must listen for leaks. Ensure that the air hoses and electrical lines are not cut, chafed, spliced, or worn. Make sure air and electrical lines are not tangled, pinched, or dragging against tractor parts.
39 . If your vehicle is equipped with a cargo lift, you should ensure that:
The lift is the proper color.
When checking a cargo lift as part of your vehicle inspection test, you should check for leaking, damaged, or missing parts. The lift must be fully retracted and latched securely.
40 . Before driving a vehicle with a dual air brake system, you must wait for the air compressor to build a minimum of ____ in both the primary and secondary systems.
100 psi
Before driving a vehicle with a dual air brake system, you should wait for the air compressor to build up at least 100 psi in both the primary and secondary systems.
41 . The emergency brake system uses:
Only parts unique to the emergency brake system.
In an air brake system, there are three different braking systems: a service brake system, a parking brake system, and an emergency brake system. The emergency brake system uses parts of both the parking and service brake systems.
42 . What does an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) do?
Alert other motorists when you are braking
The purpose of an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is to prevent a vehicle's wheels from locking up when the driver brakes hard on a slippery surface.
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2024 Texas | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Texas 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. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, and any combination of vehicles that are not Class A vehicles.
A Class B CDL license in Texas allows the holder to operate vehicles such as straight trucks, large buses, segmented buses, box trucks, dump trucks with small trailers, and tractor-trailers. However, it is important to note that any trailer being towed must not exceed a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Texas, applicants must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid Texas driver's license, pass a vision exam, and successfully complete a knowledge test. They must also pass a skills test, which includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, a basic vehicle control test, and an on-road driving examination.
In Texas, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for intrastate driving (within Texas only). However, if you intend to drive across state lines (interstate driving), federal regulations require you to be at least 21 years old.
While not always necessary, specific endorsements can be added to a Class B CDL license in Texas to allow for the operation of special types of vehicles. These include passenger (P), school bus (S), and tanker (N) endorsements. Each endorsement requires additional knowledge tests, and some also require a skills test.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Texas includes three parts: a pre-trip vehicle inspection to check your understanding of your vehicle and its operation, a basic controls test to assess your ability to control the vehicle, and a road test to evaluate your on-road driving skills in various traffic situations and environments.
Yes, there are limitations for Class B CDL license holders in Texas. They are permitted to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or tow a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR. However, they cannot operate Class A vehicles unless they upgrade their license.
In Texas, the written Class B CDL test is primarily offered in English. However, Spanish versions are available. Please note that all CDL applicants must pass an English proficiency test, as federal regulations require all CDL holders to read and speak English sufficiently to communicate with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, and respond to official inquiries.
Yes, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the Class B CDL written exam. You need to request these accommodations in advance. Contact your local DPS office for more information about the process and to discuss your specific needs.
Yes, if you don't pass the Class B CDL written test in Texas, you can retake it. However, you will need to wait at least one day before retesting. Keep in mind that additional fees may apply each time you retake the test. It's recommended to study thoroughly and use available practice tests to increase your chances of passing on the next attempt.
