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

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

spare electric fuses, fire extinguisher, and accident reporting kit

reflectors, fire extinguisher, and accident reporting kit

hydraulic jack, fire extinguisher, and signal flares

fire extinguisher, spare electric fuses, and reflectors

2 / 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

both 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

3 / 40

Carry-on baggage cannot be stored:

in the aisles and stairwells

on the seats

behind the seats

under the seat

4 / 40

When should you check your mirrors for a lane change?

right after starting the lane change

after completing the lane change

all of these answers are correct

before and after signaling the change

5 / 40

Which of these is a good rule for backing a straight bus?

back and turn toward the driver's side

back toward the side opposite the driver

use your head as the mirrors are unreliable

back quickly while no one is coming

6 / 40

When is it best to wear your seat belt?

only when you will be driving over 35 mph

only if your bus holds more than 27 people

only if required by company policy

always

7 / 40

Which of the following is a clue another driver is impaired:

all of these answers are correct

exiting the interstate when there's no gas station visible

stopping at a green light, or waiting too long at a stop

open window in warm weather

8 / 40

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

10 or more persons, including the driver

20 or more persons, excluding the driver

15 or more persons, including the driver

16 or more persons, including the driver

9 / 40

When approaching railroad tracks, stop your bus:

5-10 feet before railroad tracks

15 and 50 feet before railroad crossings

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

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

10 / 40

What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

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

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

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

11 / 40

If your bus is equipped with an emergency exit door, it must

not have any signs, stickers, or markings near it

be secured when the bus is being driven

always have a red door light turned on

all of these answers are correct

12 / 40

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

13 / 40

All standing riders must stay:

in front of the standee line

behind the standee line

within two feet of an emergency exit

forward of the rear of the driver's seat

14 / 40

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

have the rider pay a second fare

instruct the rider to sit next to an open window

not allow the rider to do it

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

15 / 40

Which of the following is something the driver must watch for:

appropriate clearance around and over the bus

all of these answers are correct

poles and tree limbs at stops

gaps your bus needs to accelerate and merge with traffic

16 / 40

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

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

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

quickly flash your high beams to give them fair warning

none of these answers are correct

17 / 40

Which of the following statements is FALSE:

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

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 transport intoxicated passengers

18 / 40

You do not have to stop at railroad crossings, but must slow down and carefully check for other vehicles:

if a traffic signal is green

where a policeman or flagman is directing traffic

all of these answers are correct

at crossings marked as "exempt" or "abandoned"

19 / 40

A disruptive passenger:

should not be discharged where it would be unsafe for them

should not be allowed on the bus

is not your responsibility

may be thrown off the bus

20 / 40

At the end of each shift you should:

report any damage

all of these answers are correct

inspect your bus

report any defects

21 / 40

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

talking with riders while driving

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

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

refueling in a closed building with riders on board

22 / 40

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

in a closed building

at any time

with any window open

unless on a scenic tour bus

23 / 40

Which of the following types of cargo can never be carrier on a bus with riders?

emergency hospital supplies

emergency tear gas

small arms ammunition (orm-d)

emergency drug shipments

24 / 40

When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that

all of these answers are correct

every handhold and railing is secure

emergency exit handles are secure

rider signaling devices are working

25 / 40

Charter drivers should not:

mention rules at the start of the trip

explain rules at the start of the trip

allow riders on the bus until departure time

remind riders about rules once trip begins

26 / 40

When must a driver’s inspection report be completed?

only if defects are found

before driving your bus

all of these answers are correct

at the end of each shift

27 / 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 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

more than 250 pounds total of all allowed hazardous materials

28 / 40

Your bus starts to lean toward the outside on a banked curve, you are:

driving on a wet surface

driving in the mountains

driving with bad tires

driving too fast

29 / 40

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

none of these answers are correct

the driver's seat only

any of the last row seats

window seats

30 / 40

Buses may NOT have recapped or regrooved tires:

on the outside rear wheels

anywhere except on the front wheels

on front wheels

when it's been raining

31 / 40

Secure baggage and freight in ways that avoid damage and:

protect riders from injury if carry-ons fall or shift

all of these answers are correct

allow the driver to move freely and easily

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

32 / 40

How many seats may be placed in the aisle if the bus is a charter and is carrying agricultural (farm) workers?

33 / 40

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

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

by another bus with its four-way flashers on

if the distance is less than 500 yards

by a 27,000 lbs GVWR or larger tow truck

34 / 40

As the driver of a bus, how can you best avoid hindering other traffic on the highway?

by passing only the slowest vehicles

by staying in the right lane if you can

by never passing

by driving faster than the other traffic

35 / 40

A drawbridge does not have a traffic light showing green or a traffic control attendant. How many feet before the draw of a bridge must a bus driver stop?

at least 100 feet

at least 25 feet

at least 50 feet

at least 75 feet

36 / 40

When would you lock some emergency roof hatches in a partly open position?

first day of spring

for fresh air

never

whenever you enter a tunnel

37 / 40

You must not allow riders to stand

between the wheel wells

within two feet of any window

within two feet of an emergency exit

in front of the standee line

38 / 40

Which of these statements about speed management and braking is true?

the posted speed limit will always allow you to stop safely

you need about four times as much stopping distance at 40 mph as at 20 mph

stopping time increases by one second for each 10 mph over 20 mph

the total stopping distance of a bus is the distance it takes to stop once the brakes are applied

39 / 40

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

make sure your passengers are wearing seat belts

none of these answers are correct

warn passengers with a loud and clear voice

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

40 / 40

Which of the following statements is true about speed management?

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

all of these answers are correct

Your score is

The average score is 97%

5/5 - (1 vote)

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