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

Carry-on baggage cannot be stored:

on the seats

under the seat

behind the seats

in the aisles and stairwells

2 / 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

16 or more persons, including the driver

15 or more persons, including the driver

3 / 40

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

there is a traffic light showing green

none of these answers are correct

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

both of these answers are correct

4 / 40

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

hydraulic jack, fire extinguisher, and signal flares

fire extinguisher, spare electric fuses, and reflectors

spare electric fuses, fire extinguisher, and accident reporting kit

reflectors, fire extinguisher, and accident reporting kit

5 / 40

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

driving on a wet surface

driving with bad tires

driving too fast

driving in the mountains

6 / 40

At the end of each shift you should:

report any damage

report any defects

all of these answers are correct

inspect your bus

7 / 40

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

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

exiting the interstate when there's no gas station visible

open window in warm weather

all of these answers are correct

8 / 40

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

small arms ammunition (orm-d)

emergency hospital supplies

emergency tear gas

emergency drug shipments

9 / 40

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

10 / 40

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

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

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

11 / 40

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

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

hydraulic jack, fire extinguisher, signal flares

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

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

12 / 40

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

by staying in the right lane if you can

by passing only the slowest vehicles

by never passing

by driving faster than the other traffic

13 / 40

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

all of these answers are correct

to replace the rear door emergency buzzer

as a safety feature when the exit door is open

to replace the parking brake

14 / 40

Which of the following types of cargo must never be carried on a bus with passengers?

emergency drug shipments

tear gas

emergency hospital supplies

small arms ammunition (orm-d)

15 / 40

When inspecting your bus, you must make sure that

rider signaling devices are working

emergency exit handles are secure

every handhold and railing is secure

all of these answers are correct

16 / 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

17 / 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

18 / 40

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

back and turn toward the driver's side

back quickly while no one is coming

back toward the side opposite the driver

use your head as the mirrors are unreliable

19 / 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 the distance is less than 500 yards

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

by a 27,000 lbs GVWR or larger tow truck

20 / 40

Which seats must have a seat belt:

all of these answers are correct

women and children seats

the driver's seat

senior citizen seats

21 / 40

What is incorrect concerning disruptive passengers?

you must remove the disruptive passenger immediately for the safety of the 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 ensure the disurptive rider's safety as well as that of others

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

22 / 40

What is the standee line?

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

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 down the aisle to help keep passenger traffic flowing

23 / 40

When must a driver’s inspection report be completed?

only if defects are found

before driving your bus

at the end of each shift

all of these answers are correct

24 / 40

Which of the following about the front tires on a commercial bus is true?

must not have recapped or regrooved tires

can be regrooved or recapped as long as they have 4/32 tread depth

must not be recapped, but can be regrooved

can be recapped, but never regrooved

25 / 40

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

you are also a Class A tow truck driver

getting off the bus would be unsafe

your employer tells you to

bus is on a drawbridge

26 / 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

300 pounds

100 pounds

250 pounds

500 pounds

27 / 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 transport intoxicated passengers

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

28 / 40

When approaching railroad tracks, stop your bus:

5-10 feet before railroad tracks

15 and 50 feet before railroad crossings

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

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

29 / 40

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

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

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

quickly flash your high beams to give them fair warning

none of these answers are correct

30 / 40

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

all of these answers are correct

gaps your bus needs to accelerate and merge with traffic

poles and tree limbs at stops

appropriate clearance around and over the bus

31 / 40

When arriving at the destination announce:

the reason for stopping

all of these answers are correct

the next departure time

the location

32 / 40

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

more than 250 pounds total of all allowed hazardous materials

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

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

33 / 40

You must not allow riders to stand

in front of the standee line

within two feet of any window

within two feet of an emergency exit

between the wheel wells

34 / 40

Which of these statements about signaling is correct?

signaling is a warning, not a request

leave your signal on long after you've changed lanes

signal to others that it is safe to pass your bus

signal your intentions early and continuously

35 / 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

36 / 40

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

100 feet

30 feet

5 feet

50 feet

37 / 40

A disruptive passenger:

is not your responsibility

should not be discharged where it would be unsafe for them

may be thrown off the bus

should not be allowed on the bus

38 / 40

Bus drivers must have a CDL if they drive a vehicle:

designed to seat more than 16 or more persons, including the driver

that is designed to carry more than nine passengers

that has air brakes

that has a gross weight rating of more than 26,000 pounds

39 / 40

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

at any time

unless on a scenic tour bus

with any window open

in a closed building

40 / 40

Charter drivers should not:

explain rules at the start of the trip

mention rules at the start of the trip

remind riders about rules once trip begins

allow riders on the bus until departure time

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