What does a Commercial Learner's Permit restrict the holder to do?

A Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) specifically allows the holder to operate a commercial motor vehicle under certain conditions, typically while supervised by a licensed commercial driver. This restriction is critical as it ensures that individuals are gaining the necessary experience and skills required to operate larger, more complex vehicles that are subject to different regulations compared to standard automobiles. A CLP does not permit the holder to drive independently or to operate non-commercial vehicles, as its primary purpose is to facilitate the training and proficiency needed for commercial driving.

Options that suggest the holder can drive any automobile, only during daylight hours, or only with passengers do not align with the function of a Commercial Learner's Permit, which is focused specifically on the operation of commercial motor vehicles under controlled and monitored circumstances.