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This Louisiana Driver's License General Information for Class D "Chauffeur's" License practice set has 42 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real Louisiana Driver's License knowledge test to pass.

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Three questions from the General Information for Class D "Chauffeur's" License bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 30 questions at random from the same bank.

  1. What vehicles does a Class D Chauffeur's License permit you to operate?

    • A single commercial vehicle with a GVWR of 10,001 to under 26,001 pounds, not hauling hazardous materials — Correct answer
    • Any vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more
    • Any commercial vehicle hauling hazardous materials
    • Only motorcycles and recreational vehicles

    Explanation: The Class D Chauffeur's License permits operating any single vehicle used in commerce with a GVWR of 10,001 to under 26,001 pounds (or a combination in that range with a towed unit over 10,000 pounds GVWR) that is not hauling hazardous materials; the minimum age is 17.

    Handbook: General Information for Class D "Chauffeur's" License — License Class

  2. What is the maximum width for most vehicles in Louisiana, and how far may the load project beyond the body's width?

    • 8 feet, with the load projecting no more than 6 inches beyond the body's width — Correct answer
    • 10 feet, with the load projecting no more than 1 foot
    • 8 feet 6 inches, with no projection allowed
    • 6 feet, with the load projecting no more than 8 inches

    Explanation: Maximum vehicle width is 8 feet for most vehicles, and the load may not project more than 6 inches beyond the body's width; buses may be 8 feet 6 inches.

    Handbook: General Information for Class D "Chauffeur's" License — Vehicle Dimensions

  3. What is the maximum vehicle height allowed in Louisiana for all vehicles?

    • 13 feet 6 inches — Correct answer
    • 12 feet
    • 14 feet 6 inches
    • 15 feet

    Explanation: Maximum vehicle height is 13 feet 6 inches for all vehicles, and some overpasses have clearance of less than 13'6".

    Handbook: General Information for Class D "Chauffeur's" License — Vehicle Dimensions