MTO Commercial Vehicle License 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A Class A CDL allows you to operate combination vehicles with a GCWR of at least how many pounds?
- 16,001 lbs
- 26,001 lbs (Correct answer)
- 10,001 lbs
- 36,001 lbs
Correct answer: 26,001 lbs
Class A CDL is required for combination vehicles with a GCWR of 26,001 lbs or more when the towed unit exceeds 10,000 lbs.
Question 2: Which endorsement is required to transport passengers for hire in a vehicle designed for 16 or more occupants?
- T endorsement
- P endorsement (Correct answer)
- S endorsement
- N endorsement
Correct answer: P endorsement
The P (Passenger) endorsement is required for drivers transporting 16 or more passengers including the driver.
Question 3: Under FMCSA rules, how many hours must a property-carrying driver rest before returning to duty after reaching the 70-hour/8-day limit?
- 24 hours
- 34 hours (Correct answer)
- 10 hours
- 8 hours
Correct answer: 34 hours
A driver must take a 34-hour restart to reset the 60/70-hour clock under FMCSA HOS regulations.
Question 4: Which of the following is a disqualifying offense that results in a lifetime CDL disqualification for a second violation?
- Speeding 15 mph over the limit
- Using a commercial vehicle in a felony involving controlled substances (Correct answer)
- A single at-fault accident
- Failing a pre-trip inspection
Correct answer: Using a commercial vehicle in a felony involving controlled substances
Using a CMV in a felony involving controlled substances is a major offense that leads to lifetime disqualification on a second occurrence.
Question 5: What is the minimum air pressure that must be maintained in the air brake system before driving a commercial vehicle?
- 60 psi
- 80 psi
- 100 psi (Correct answer)
- 120 psi
Correct answer: 100 psi
Most air brake systems require at least 100 psi before you may drive to ensure full braking capability.
Question 6: A CMV driver convicted of a first-offense DUI in ANY vehicle must be disqualified from driving a CMV for at least:
- 30 days
- 6 months
- 1 year (Correct answer)
- 3 years
Correct answer: 1 year
A first DUI conviction disqualifies a CDL holder from operating a CMV for at least one year.
Question 7: Which federal agency has primary authority to regulate commercial motor vehicle safety on U.S. highways?
- NHTSA
- FMCSA (Correct answer)
- DOT Office of Inspector General
- TSA
Correct answer: FMCSA
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the primary federal agency responsible for CMV safety regulations.
MTO Commercial Vehicle License 2
A Class A CDL allows you to operate combination vehicles with a GCWR of at least how many pounds?