Knowledge Test Class A #1
Class A Driving Test | Virginia 2024 #1 Page 5 of 7
Train for FREE online with our Virginia 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 VA 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 . On a curve, the posted speed limit:
The posted speed limit on a curve may be safe to be taken by cars, but can still be too fast to be taken by larger vehicles, such as trucks. An operator driving their truck at the posted limit on a curve could cause their vehicle to tip over.
30 . When starting a vehicle, warning lights and buzzers:
After starting a vehicle's engine, the warning lights and buzzers should turn on, then quickly turn off.
31 . Rims with welding repairs:
Wheels or rims that have had welding repairs should never be used.
32 . A low air pressure warning signal should activate:
When tank pressure falls below 5 psi.
In an air brake system, a low air pressure warning signal must come on if air pressure in the tanks falls below 60 psi. This warning signal may come in the form of a light, a buzzer, or a wig wag.
33 . When driving a truck requiring a CDL:
You must be properly restrained by a safety belt at all times when driving a commercial motor vehicle.
34 . With the exception of the straight line backing exercise, a driver may exit their vehicle and check its position during testing exercises up to:
A driver is allowed to exit their vehicle to check its position during any basic vehicle control skills test exercise. This action is called a "look." During the straight line backing exercise, a driver may not exceed one look. During any other exercise, a driver may not exceed two looks.
35 . Which of the following is not common characteristic of a roadway in a work zone?
Work zones can create hazardous conditions for drivers. Among other reasons, this is often due to the presence of narrow lanes, sharp turns, and uneven surfaces.
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2024 Virginia | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in Virginia allows you to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or towing a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR. This includes buses, dump trucks, delivery trucks, and utility vehicles. It doesn't permit the operation of Class A vehicles unless the proper endorsements are obtained.
A Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in Virginia allows you 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, dump trucks, delivery trucks, and utility vehicles.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in Virginia, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), have a valid Virginia driver's license, pass a vision test and a two-part knowledge test, and successfully complete a skills test in a vehicle representative of the type you'll be driving. You must also provide proof of identity, residency, and social security number.
In Virginia, you must be at least 18 years old to qualify for a Class B CDL license for intrastate driving (within Virginia only). However, if you plan to drive interstate (across state lines), or haul hazardous materials, you must be at least 21 years old.
Endorsements aren't necessary for a Class B CDL license, but they grant additional privileges. For example, an "H" endorsement allows the transport of hazardous materials, while a "P" endorsement permits passenger transport. To obtain an endorsement, you must pass additional written and/or skills tests related to the specific type of commercial vehicle operation.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in Virginia comprises three parts: pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and on-road driving. You'll need to demonstrate your ability to inspect your vehicle, show that you can control it in a variety of situations, and prove that you can safely drive it in traffic.
Yes, Class B CDL license holders in Virginia are limited to operating vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more, or towing vehicles weighing less than 10,000 pounds. They cannot operate Class A combination vehicles. Additionally, without proper endorsements, they can't drive passenger vehicles, school buses, or vehicles carrying hazardous materials.
Yes, in Virginia, you can take the written Class B CDL test in several languages besides English. These include Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, and others. However, federal regulations require that all CDL applicants demonstrate proficiency in English to ensure they can understand traffic signs and safety rules.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam in Virginia due to a disability. The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) provides reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact your local DMV office in advance to discuss your specific needs and arrange appropriate accommodations.
In Virginia, if you fail the Class B CDL written test, you can retake it. However, you must wait at least 15 days between each attempt. There is also a re-examination fee for each subsequent attempt. It's recommended to study the CDL manual thoroughly before retesting to improve your chances of passing.
