Passenger
To receive this endorsement, applicants must pass a test consisting of 20 multiple choice questions. Each question has four answer choices. To pass, the applicant must answer at least 16 questions correctly. Test questions come from the New Jersey Commercial Driver Guide. Questions come from chapters covering: Driving Safely and Transporting Passengers Safely. The Passenger endorsement can be used with the Class A, B or C CDL.
Number of Question
Passing Score
1. When passengers ride a bus:
Explanation
Do not allow passengers to leave any items in an aisle while the bus is moving. Aisles and stairwells should always be free of obstructions.
2. Buses must never carry:
Explanation
Buses may never be used to transport radioactive materials. Division 2.3 poison gas, liquid Class 6 poisons, tear gas, and irritating materials are also not permitted to be carried by bus.
3. A driver should always:
Explanation
While driving, you should continually scan the road ahead to spot potential hazards well in advance. Make emergency plans for how to deal with the hazards in the event that they become dangerous.
4. Which of the following is not an example of a distracted person that motorists should be worried about?
Explanation
Drivers who are holding conversations with others may not be paying full attention to the road and may make unsafe moves. Children do not always pay attention to traffic and may dart into the road without looking. Exercise caution when driving near road workers. This helps to keep the workers and other distracted drivers safe.
5. Rules regarding passenger comfort, such as smoking guidelines, should:
Explanation
Many charter and intercity carriers have rules about passengers smoking, drinking, and using music players while on the bus. Explaining passenger rules at the start of a trip is often an effective way to avoid trouble later on.
6. If you are driving so slowly that you could impede other vehicles, you should:
Explanation
If you must drive slowly, you should use your emergency flashers to warn other drivers. Be sure that the use of emergency flashers is permitted by local laws.
7. When leaving your vehicle, you should:
Explanation