CDL Passenger
Vehicles Test

This is the Commercial Vehicle Driver's License Test covering Passenger Vehicles. You will be presented with 40 questions and you must answer 34 questions correctly to pass. There is no time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Quiz" button below to begin. Good luck!

1 / 40

What is the standee line?

a 2 inch line down the aisle to help keep passenger traffic flowing

a line at the back of the bus where passengers must stand before exiting

a line around each seat to help each passenger have a little personal space

a 2 inch line on the floor that all passengers must stay behind

2 / 40

When approaching railroad tracks, stop your bus:

only if you have manual transmission, then proceed with flashers on

on the tracks so you can see if the train is coming

5-10 feet before railroad tracks

15 and 50 feet before railroad crossings

3 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE:

do not talk with riders or engage in any other distracting activity while driving

avoid fueling your bus with riders on board unless absolutely necessary. never refuel in a closed building with riders on board

do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard either vehicle, unless getting off the bus would be unsafe

do not transport intoxicated passengers

4 / 40

You must not allow riders to stand

within two feet of any window

within two feet of an emergency exit

between the wheel wells

in front of the standee line

5 / 40

When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

right after starting the lane change

before and after signaling the change

after completing the lane change

all of these answers are correct

6 / 40

The interlock system for the brake and accelerator on a transit coach may be used:

to replace the parking brake

as a safety feature when the exit door is open

all of these answers are correct

to replace the rear door emergency buzzer

7 / 40

If there is no traffic light or attendant, how far from the draw of a drawbridge must you stop?

100 feet

30 feet

50 feet

5 feet

8 / 40

Which of the following is not a prohibited practice on the bus:

fueling your bus with riders on board if about to run out of fuel

refueling in a closed building with riders on board

towing a disabled bus with riders aboard when getting off would be a safe option

talking with riders while driving

9 / 40

Which of the following must be closed while the bus is in motion?

emergency windows

roof vents

both hatches

windows

10 / 40

Urban mass transit coaches may have a brake and accelerator interlock system. Which of the following statements is true?

do not use this safety feature in place of the parking brake

the interlock applies the brakes and holds the throttle in idle position when the rear door is open

the interlock releases when you close the rear door

all of these answers are correct

11 / 40

Secure baggage and freight in ways that avoid damage and:

protect riders from injury if carry-ons fall or shift

allow riders to exit by any window or door in an emergency

all of these answers are correct

allow the driver to move freely and easily

12 / 40

Which of the following statements is true about speed management?

all of these answers are correct

speed limits for buses are the same as cars

the posted speed limit is safe for all conditions

you should be able to stop within the distance that you can see ahead

13 / 40

If you work for an interstate carrier:

none of these answers are correct

you must complete a written inspection report for each bus driven

only fill out report for buses with defects

if there are no defects, no report is necessary

14 / 40

When is it best to wear your seat belt?

only when you will be driving over 35 mph

always

only if your bus holds more than 27 people

only if required by company policy

15 / 40

When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that

emergency exit handles are secure

rider signaling devices are working

every handhold and railing is secure

all of these answers are correct

16 / 40

When you discharge an unruly passenger, you must choose a place that is

the next stop

off the regular route

dark and poorly lighted

as safe as possible, or the next stop

17 / 40

If you have to swerve to avoid a hazard, it's important to:

know where other vehicles are around your bus by checking your mirrors

warn passengers with a loud and clear voice

none of these answers are correct

make sure your passengers are wearing seat belts

18 / 40

A bus has a GVWR of 22,000 pounds and seats 24 passengers. What CDL class is this vehicle?

Class A

Class B

Class C

Class D

19 / 40

Bus drivers must have a commercial driver license if they drive a vehicle designed to seat more than:

20 or more persons, excluding the driver

10 or more persons, including the driver

16 or more persons, including the driver

15 or more persons, including the driver

20 / 40

When arriving at the destination announce:

the next departure time

the reason for stopping

all of these answers are correct

the location

21 / 40

Buses may NOT have recapped or regrooved tires:

anywhere except on the front wheels

on front wheels

on the outside rear wheels

when it's been raining

22 / 40

When stopping for railroad tracks, you must stop no closer than how many feet before the nearest track?

23 / 40

Which seats not securely fastened to the bus are usually allowed?

any of the last row seats

the driver's seat only

none of these answers are correct

window seats

24 / 40

Your bus is disabled. With riders aboard, the bus may be towed or pushed to a safe place only

by another bus with its four-way flashers on

if getting off the bus would be more risky for the riders

by a 27,000 lbs GVWR or larger tow truck

if the distance is less than 500 yards

25 / 40

What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

don't discharge such riders where it would be unsafe for them

you must ensure the disurptive rider's safety as well as that of others

it may be safer to wait and discharge the disruptive passenger at the next scheduled stop or a well-lighted area where there are other people

you must remove the disruptive passenger immediately for the safety of the others

26 / 40

Carry-on baggage cannot be stored:

on the seats

under the seat

behind the seats

in the aisles and stairwells

27 / 40

You must be alert for road hazards so that

you can help impaired drivers

law enforcement personnel can be called

you will have time to plan your escape if the hazard becomes an emergency

accident reports will be accurate

28 / 40

How far before a railroad crossing should you stop your bus?

10 to 35 feet

100 feet exactly

50 to 75 feet

15 to 50 feet

29 / 40

On a bus, you may sometimes haul small-arms ammunition, emergency shipments of drugs, or hospital supplies. The total weight of all such hazardous materials must not be greater than

250 pounds

500 pounds

300 pounds

100 pounds

30 / 40

Which of the following answers lists the three types of emergency equipment you must have on your bus?

emergency reflectors, fire extinguisher, signal flares and tire repair kit

fire extinguisher, spare electrical fuses (unless equipped with circuit breakers), and emergency reflectors

repair kit, spare electric fuses (unless equipped with circuit breakers), and fire extinguisher

hydraulic jack, fire extinguisher, signal flares

31 / 40

Buses may carry small-arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs. However, buses must never carry:

more than 500 pounds total of allowed hazardous materials, and no more than 100 pounds of any one class

more than 250 pounds total of all allowed hazardous materials

more than 1000 pounds total of allowed hazardous materials, and no more than 200 pounds of any one class

more than 750 pounds total of allowed hazardous materials, and no more than 100 pounds of any one class

32 / 40

If a rider wants to bring a car battery or a can of gasoline or kerosene aboard your bus, you should

put the materials in the bus's "safe box"

not allow the rider to do it

have the rider pay a second fare

instruct the rider to sit next to an open window

33 / 40

Do not tow or push a disabled bus with riders aboard the vehicle, unless:

you are also a Class A tow truck driver

bus is on a drawbridge

your employer tells you to

getting off the bus would be unsafe

34 / 40

Which of these statements about signaling is correct?

leave your signal on long after you've changed lanes

signaling is a warning, not a request

signal your intentions early and continuously

signal to others that it is safe to pass your bus

35 / 40

Never refuel your bus

without a static chain

in a closed building with passengers on board

with any of the windows open

with a higher grade of fuel

36 / 40

When must a driver’s inspection report be completed?

all of these answers are correct

before driving your bus

only if defects are found

at the end of each shift

37 / 40

If you have riders on board, you must never refuel:

unless on a scenic tour bus

with any window open

in a closed building

at any time

38 / 40

On a drawbridge, you do not need to stop, but must slow down and make sure it's safe, when:

none of these answers are correct

there is a traffic light showing green

the bridge has an attendant or traffic officer who controls traffic whenever the bridge opens

both of these answers are correct

39 / 40

A disruptive passenger:

is not your responsibility

should not be allowed on the bus

should not be discharged where it would be unsafe for them

may be thrown off the bus

40 / 40

An oncoming vehicle keeps its high beams on. You should deal with this hazard by:

quickly flash your high beams to give them fair warning

turning your high beams on to "get back at them"

none of these answers are correct

look slightly to the right at a right lane or edge marking, if available

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