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California CHP School Bus Practice Test
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QUESTION 1 / 25
When should a bus driver pull over on a two-lane road?
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When they are tired
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B
Always at marked turnouts
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C
When five or more vehicles are following
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D
Every half mile
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QUESTION 2 / 25
What are some common distractions a school bus driver should avoid?
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A
Mobile phones, loud music, and engaging in conversations
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B
Equipment malfunctions
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C
Inclement weather conditions
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D
Vehicle maintenance tasks
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QUESTION 3 / 25
True or False: A school bus driver may allow friends or family to ride along on their route.
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True
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B
False
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C
Only if there is extra seating
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D
Only during emergency situations
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QUESTION 4 / 25
Is it acceptable to exceed the posted speed limit when driving a school bus in an emergency situation?
Choose one answer below.
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Yes, if the driver feels it is necessary
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B
No, it is never acceptable
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C
Only if there are no children present
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D
Only if authorized by law enforcement
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QUESTION 5 / 25
True or False: A driver can leave a school bus unattended while students are on board.
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True
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B
False
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C
Only for short periods
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D
Only if they are outside
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QUESTION 6 / 25
What is important communication for a school bus driver to establish with students?
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It is not important to communicate
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B
set of rules for behavior on the bus
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C
Only expectations for school performance
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D
Using personal stories to engage them
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QUESTION 7 / 25
Which of the following tasks is part of a school bus driver's daily routine?
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Choosing the route to take
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B
Conducting a pre-trip inspection
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C
Planning activities for students
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D
Setting the school schedule
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QUESTION 8 / 25
True or False: School bus drivers must complete regular refresher training.
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True
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False
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Only when first hired
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D
Every year
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QUESTION 9 / 25
How should a bus driver respond to aggressive driving behavior from other vehicles?
Choose one answer below.
A
Retaliate and drive aggressively back
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B
Ignore it and maintain focus on the route
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C
Report the aggressive driver to authorities
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D
Yield and pull over to let them pass
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QUESTION 10 / 25
How often should fire extinguishers on a school bus be inspected?
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A
Every month
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B
Every six months
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C
Every year by the state and fire marshal
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D
Only when there is a concern
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QUESTION 11 / 25
How must students be supervised when being discharged from the bus?
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Only by the bus driver
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B
With no supervision required
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C
By an adult designated by a parent or school official
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D
By a fellow student
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What is essential for a driver to ensure student safety while loading and unloading?
Choose one answer below.
A
Having students board and exit quickly
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B
Ensuring all traffic is stopped and it's safe
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C
Leaving the bus door open for ventilation
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D
Using a loud horn to signal students
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QUESTION 13 / 25
How many first aid units are required for a school bus with 17-42 passengers?
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A
10 units
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B
16 units
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C
24 units
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D
8 units
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QUESTION 14 / 25
How many total hours of training are required for driving a school bus?
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A
20 hours
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B
30 hours
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C
40 hours
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D
50 hours
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QUESTION 15 / 25
What is a standard procedure before leaving the bus unattended?
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A
Check all mirrors
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B
Take the key from the ignition
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C
Notify passengers to leave
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D
Close all windows
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What should be confirmed before operating a school bus?
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The DVD player is fully functional
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B
Seating arrangements are optimal
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C
The vehicle is safe and all repairs are complete
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D
All drivers are trained
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QUESTION 17 / 25
Is it recommended to shift gears while crossing railroad tracks?
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Yes, it ensures a smooth crossing
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B
No, it is not recommended
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C
Only when the train is not visible
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D
Only if necessary for safety
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QUESTION 18 / 25
What types of training are required for a school bus driver in California?
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Only driving skills training
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B
Driver training, safety training, and medical exams
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C
Emergency procedures training only
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D
Children behavior management training
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QUESTION 19 / 25
If a student is behaving disruptively, where can you evacuate them?
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At any nearby location
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B
At their designated stop
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C
Only at the school front
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D
At the driver's discretion
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QUESTION 20 / 25
At what age must a bus driver have a physical exam every year?
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A
55
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B
60
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C
65
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D
70
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QUESTION 21 / 25
What is required of school bus drivers when transporting students?
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Maintain a clean driving record
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B
Complete annual health assessments
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C
Obtain specialized training in child safety
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D
All of the above
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QUESTION 22 / 25
What is the appropriate distance a school bus should keep from a railroad crossing?
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A
At least 10 feet
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B
At least 20 feet
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C
At least 15 feet
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D
At least 25 feet
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QUESTION 23 / 25
How long is a permanent certificate issued by DMV valid?
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2 years
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B
3 years
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C
5 years
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D
10 years
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QUESTION 24 / 25
How often must a school bus be inspected for safety compliance in California?
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Every month
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B
Every 30 days
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C
Every 45 days
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D
Once a semester
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QUESTION 25 / 25
How does a school bus driver determine the best route to take?
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By following their intuition
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By considering safety, traffic, road conditions, and student locations
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C
By user input from students and parents
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D
By the shortest distance available
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