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Passenger

This test is taken by all drivers taking the school bus test. To receive this endorsement, applicants must pass a test The test consists of 20 multiple choice.. Read More

This test is taken by all drivers taking the school bus test. To receive this endorsement, applicants must pass a test The test consists of 20 multiple choice questions. Each question has three answer choices. To pass, the applicant must answer at least 16 questions correctly. Test questions come from the California Commercial Driver Handbook. Questions come from chapters covering: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers Safely, Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Vehicle Control Skills Test and On-Road Driving. The Passenger endorsement can be used with the Class A, B or C CDL.

Number of Question 20

Passing Score 17

1. When driving with passengers, a bus driver should:

Engage in conversation with the passengers.

Not engage in conversation with the passengers.

Engage in conversations with the passengers if they feel comfortable doing so.

A driver is responsible for the safety of the passengers aboard their vehicle. To avoid becoming distracted and increasing the dangers of driving, a bus driver should avoid engaging in conversation with passengers while they are driving.

2. Black ice is:

Usually thick.

Usually thin.

Not a hazard when driving.

Black ice is a layer of ice that is thin and clear enough for the road to be visible through it. The surface will look like a wet road. Always be alert to black ice if the road looks wet when the temperature is below freezing.

3. During the driving test, the examiner will be scoring you on:

Attitude.

How quickly you arrive to your destination.

Your general driving behavior.

During the on-road driving test, the examiner will be scoring you on specific driving maneuvers, as well as your general driving behavior.

4. Which of the following determines your blood alcohol concentration (BAC)?

How much you drink

How frequently you drink

The temperature of the drink

The main factors that determine a person's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) are how much alcohol has been consumed, how quickly it was consumed, and the person's body weight.

5. Pre-trip inspections are:

Recommended.

Needed only for trips longer than 100 miles in length.

Required by law.

Federal and state laws require drivers to inspect their vehicles before every trip, regardless of length.

6. When changing lanes, turn signals:

Should not be used.

Should only be used if a vehicle is close to you.

Should be used each time.

Always signal your intentions before turning or changing lanes. Do not assume that other drivers will move out of your way simply because you are signaling to turn.

7. Truck drivers should carry emergency equipment, including:

One liquid burning flare.

Three red reflective triangles.

Five flashlights.

Truck drivers should always have emergency equipment on-hand. Required warning equipment consists of three red reflective triangles, six fuses, or three liquid burning flares.

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