Louisiana Class D Chauffeur’s License Complete Practice Questions & Answers – 2026/2027 OMV Driver’s Manual Study Guide (Pass on First Try)

Louisiana Class D Chauffeur’s License – Complete
Practice Questions & Answers (1-200)


This comprehensive guide is designed to help you pass the Louisiana Class
D Chauffeur’s License exam. The exam covers vehicle size and dimension
limits, load securement requirements, speed limits, and mandatory
equipment, all based on the Louisiana Driver’s Guide and the Louisiana
Administrative Code .




Section 1: Licensing & Definitions
Question 1
A Class "D" Chauffeur’s License permits the operation of a vehicle in
commerce with what gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)?
A. 5,001 to 10,000 pounds
B. 10,001 to 26,000 pounds
C. 26,001 to 30,000 pounds
D. Over 30,000 pounds

*Correct Answer: B. 10,001 to 26,000 pounds. *

Rationale: The Class D license is specifically defined for single vehicles or
combinations with a GVWR of 10,001 to 26,000 pounds, provided they are
not used for transporting hazardous materials that require placarding .




Question 2
A Class D license allows a "driver-for-hire" to drive any vehicle that fits into
Class ____ requirements.

,A. A
B. B
C. C
D. E

*Correct Answer: D. E. *

Rationale: A Class D license includes all vehicles in Class E, allowing
commercial operation within the defined weight limits .




Question 3
You must be at least what age to obtain a Class "D" chauffeur’s license in
Louisiana?
A. 16 years old
B. 17 years old
C. 18 years old
D. 21 years old

*Correct Answer: B. 17 years old. *

Rationale: Louisiana law mandates that a Class "E" driver's license or Class
"D" chauffeur's license be granted to a person 17 years of age or above .




Question 4
What is the minimum vision requirement for a Louisiana driver’s license?
A. 20/30 in one eye
B. 20/40 in one or both eyes
C. 20/50 with corrective lenses
D. 20/60 in the better eye

*Correct Answer: B. 20/40 in one or both eyes. *

,Rationale: You must have 20/40 vision in one or both eyes to qualify for a
driver’s license in Louisiana .




Question 5
What is the general knowledge test format for most Louisiana driver’s
license applicants?
A. 25 questions, 70% to pass
B. 35 questions, 80% to pass
C. 40 questions, 80% to pass
D. 50 questions, 75% to pass

*Correct Answer: C. 40 questions, 80% to pass. *

Rationale: The knowledge test contains 40 questions about the rules of the
road and traffic signals, requiring a minimum score of 80% to pass .




Question 6
What is the specific name for the Class D license?
A. Commercial Driver’s License
B. Chauffeur’s License
C. Occupational Driver’s License
D. Passenger Transport License

*Correct Answer: B. Chauffeur’s License. *

Rationale: The Class D license is officially known as the Class D "Chauffeur’s"
License .

, Section 2: Vehicle Size & Dimension Limits
Question 7
What is the maximum legal width for most vehicles (excluding buses)?
A. 7 feet
B. 8 feet
C. 8 feet 6 inches
D. 9 feet

*Correct Answer: B. 8 feet. *

Rationale: The maximum width for most vehicles is 8 feet, and the load
cannot project more than 6 inches beyond the vehicle body .




Question 8
What is the maximum legal width for buses?
A. 7 feet
B. 8 feet
C. 8 feet 6 inches
D. 9 feet

*Correct Answer: C. 8 feet 6 inches. *

Rationale: Buses are allowed a slightly wider maximum width of 8 feet 6
inches .




Question 9
What is the maximum legal height for all vehicles?
A. 12 feet
B. 13 feet