Which characteristic does NOT define a Class C license?

A Class C license is specifically designed for operating vehicles that do not fall under the heavier categories defined by Class A and Class B licenses. Typically, a Class C license covers vehicles that have a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 26,001 pounds, which includes smaller trucks, vans, and vehicles used for transporting 16 or more passengers, including the driver.

Option A is the correct response because it inaccurately describes the weight limit for a Class C license. Vehicles weighing 26,001 pounds or more are classified under a Class A or Class B license, thus making the description of the Class C license void in this context.

In contrast, the other options correctly represent characteristics of a Class C license. Class C encompasses vehicles that do not qualify for Class A or Class B, focusing on lighter vehicles. It can encompass single vehicles under the specified weight limit and does not typically involve the combination of vehicles that exceed Class C specifications, ensuring clarity in vehicle classification.