Texas CDL General Knowledge Practice Exam

A Class C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is specifically designed for operating vehicles that carry a specific number of passengers or transport hazardous materials. This classification allows drivers to operate vehicles that are not heavy-duty but are specifically designated for the transport of hazardous materials or designed to carry 16 or more occupants (including the driver).

The reasoning behind the focus on hazardous materials and passenger capacity is that these vehicles require specialized knowledge and skills to ensure the safety of all individuals involved, given the potential risks associated with transporting hazardous materials or large groups of people.

In contrast, heavy combination vehicles are typically categorized under Class A licenses, and light-duty personal transportation does not require a CDL, which means vehicles falling under that category would not be suitable for a Class C license. Additionally, a Class C CDL is valid for both interstate and intrastate driving, making an option that restricts it to only interstate driving inaccurate.