Take New York CDL Bus Test 1

QUESTION 1 / 20

If a bus has a restroom, the restroom must include:

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AAn emergency buzzer.✓BA window.✓CTwo exits.✓DPaper towels.✓

QUESTION 2 / 20

The overhead inside rearview mirror:

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AAllows the driver to see what is happening inside of the bus.✓BAllows the driver to see what is happening outside of the bus.✓CMonitors traffic.✓DOpens and closes the door.✓

QUESTION 3 / 20

At railroad crossings, bus drivers:

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ADo not need to stop.✓BDo not need to stop, but must reduce their speed to 25 mph below the posted speed limit.✓CDo not need to stop, but must open the door to listen for trains.✓DMust stop and check for any approaching trains.✓

QUESTION 4 / 20

Buses must never carry ____ in the space occupied by passengers.

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ASmall arms ammunition✓BAn oxygen tank✓CRadioactive materials✓DPassengers who are drunk✓

QUESTION 5 / 20

Which of the following is likely to result in the most student deaths per year?

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AStudents loading and unloading a school bus✓BAccidents involving drunk drivers✓CAccidents involving negligence✓DAccidents in which drivers ignore traffic signals or signs✓

QUESTION 6 / 20

When passengers ride a bus:

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ALeaving items in the aisle is acceptable.✓BLeaving items in the aisle is acceptable while everyone is seated.✓CThere should be no obstacles in the aisle.✓DAn item may be left in the aisle if there is an orange cone beside it.✓

QUESTION 7 / 20

Before driving a bus that has been left unattended:

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AThe vehicle should be thoroughly washed.✓BAir should be removed from tires.✓CThe interior should be checked for damage.✓DThe driver should look for any animals that may have gotten onboard.✓

QUESTION 8 / 20

The area to the left of a school bus is considered especially dangerous to students because:

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AThe sun’s reflection obscures the left side of the bus.✓BPassing vehicles are located to the left of the bus.✓CIt is difficult to see the left side of any bus.✓DThere is no door on the left side of the bus.✓

QUESTION 9 / 20

Before driving a bus, you must:

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AReview its most recent inspection report.✓BWash the outside.✓CClean the interior.✓DCount the seats.✓

QUESTION 10 / 20

Before operating a bus, you should ensure that it is safe by:

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AReviewing the inspection report left by the previous driver.✓BKicking the tires.✓CAsking your supervisor if the bus seems safe.✓DAsking passengers if they are comfortable.✓

QUESTION 11 / 20

When stopped at a railroad crossing while operating a school bus, you should:

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AAssume you'll hear an approaching train.✓BRely solely on signals to tell you if a train is approaching.✓COpen the door and listen for a train.✓DImmediately proceed after a train has passed.✓

QUESTION 12 / 20

Buses must never carry:

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ASmall arms ammunition.✓BSoft drinks.✓CMedical supplies.✓DTear gas.✓

QUESTION 13 / 20

How many classes of hazardous materials are there?

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AOne✓BThree✓CSix✓DNine✓

QUESTION 14 / 20

If a bus has a brake and accelerator interlock system, the system should:

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ABe turned off in most situations.✓BOnly be used in inclement weather.✓CNever be used in place of the parking brake.✓DOperate the rear door.✓

QUESTION 15 / 20

If driving a charter bus, a driver should:

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ATell passengers how to operate the TVs, if equipped.✓BNot allow passengers to board until the scheduled departure time.✓CAllow passengers to board early to get ahead of schedule.✓DTell passengers to fill the back of the bus first.✓

QUESTION 16 / 20

The loading of a school bus:

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AIs not a dangerous process.✓BDoes not need to be supervised.✓CShould be done quickly.✓DCan be dangerous.✓

QUESTION 17 / 20

Drivers should try to stop ____ away from students at a bus stop.

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AAbout 100 feet✓BAt least 50 feet✓CAt least 10 feet✓DLess than 10 feet✓

QUESTION 18 / 20

If you miss a student’s stop while bringing students home after school, you should:

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ABack up to the stop.✓BFollow locally established procedures.✓CNot worry about the student.✓DStop quickly and let them exit.✓

QUESTION 19 / 20

Rules regarding passenger comfort, such as smoking guidelines, should:

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ANot be mentioned unless there is a rule violation.✓BOnly be mentioned if a passenger specifically asks about something.✓CBe announced at the start of the trip.✓DBe discussed individually with each passenger.✓

QUESTION 20 / 20

The stairwell of a bus:

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ACan be used to store items, if needed.✓BCan be used as a seat, if needed.✓CShould be used to store small items.✓DMust remain clear at all times.✓