CDL Practice Question #49

Which is the proper position for your hands on the steering wheel?

Both hands on the same side
One hand on top, one in your lap
Both hands firmly on opposite sides of the wheel (e.g., 9 and 3)
One hand on the wheel, one on the gear shift

Correct. Both hands should be on opposite sides of the wheel — typically the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions — for steering control.

Why this question matters

This question is one of 97 in our General Knowledge bank. The reasoning above comes directly from the AAMVA CDL Manual, the source document used by every U.S. state DMV. Memorizing the underlying rule — not just the letter answer — is what separates passing on the first attempt from a return trip and another fee.

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