CA DMV CDL Passenger Practice Test

Questions and Answers

The posted speed on a curve is

Safe for cars and buses in bad weather

Safe for buses in good weather

Safe for cars in good weather (correct)

All of the above

Which of the following should the driver announce at each stop or the destination?

The bus's next time of departure

The location

The number of the bus

All of the above (correct)

Which of the following statements about the interior of a bus is FALSE?

The seats must be safe for riders and securely fastened to the bus

If you use your outside lights, you don't need to turn on the red emergency door light (correct)

Never drive with an open emergency exit door or window

If there is a red emergency door light, it must work

If a passenger is drunk or disruptive, you may

Do any of the above Signup and view all the answers

If you are performing your vehicle inspection test on a coach or transit bus, you will have to inspect the baggage compartments and make sure that the baggage compartment doors ________ securely.

latch Signup and view all the answers

Charter bus drivers should

Remind riders to take carry-ons with them whenever they get off the bus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about hazardous materials are FALSE?

You can carry any hazardous materials on your bus as long as they are properly labeled Signup and view all the answers

__________ must be closed when the bus is in motion.

The emergency window Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements are true?

You must be able to stop within the distance that you can see ahead Signup and view all the answers

The traffic light on a drawbridge is green. You should

Slow down and make sure it's safe to proceed Signup and view all the answers

Before leaving your stop, you should

Wait for a sufficient gap in traffic Signup and view all the answers

Bus accidents often happen

At intersections Signup and view all the answers

You must have a CDL with a passenger (P) endorsement to drive a bus that seats _____ or more people including yourself.

16 Signup and view all the answers

During your pre-trip inspection, you should sign the previous driver's report only if

The defects listed on it have been certified as either repaired or not needing to be repaired Signup and view all the answers

If your bus starts to lean toward the outside on a banked curve,

You are driving too fast Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Speed Limits and Safety

The posted speed on a curve is safe for cars in good weather.
Highway on-ramp speed limits are relevant for safety; however, drivers must be able to stop within visible distance.

Communication and Announcements

Drivers must announce the bus’s location, next departure time, and bus number at each stop.

Bus Interior Safety

Bus seats must be safe and secured; if a red emergency door light is present, it must function.
Using outside lights does not negate the need for the red emergency door light when moving.

Handling Disruptive Passengers

Actions regarding disruptive passengers include following carrier guidelines, dropping off in well-lit public areas, or at the next stop.

Vehicle Inspection Standards

During vehicle inspections, baggage compartments must ensure that doors latch securely.
The emergency window must remain closed while the bus is in motion.

Charter Bus Regulations

Charter bus drivers should remind passengers to take carry-ons when disembarking the bus.

Hazardous Materials Regulations

Hazardous materials cannot be carried on buses except for small-arms ammunition labeled as "ORM-D."
Proper labeling does not permit transportation of any hazardous materials.

Safety Procedures

Before leaving a stop, drivers should wait for a sufficient gap in traffic.
Many bus accidents predominantly occur at intersections.

Licensing Requirements

A CDL with a passenger (P) endorsement is required to operate a bus with a capacity of 16 or more people.

Pre-Trip Inspection Protocols

A previous driver's report should only be signed if the defects listed have been certified as repaired or deemed unnecessary.

Driving Behavior and Safety

If a bus leans outward on a banked curve, it indicates excessive speed rather than environmental conditions like wet roads.
It’s critical to slow down and ensure safety before proceeding when encountering a green traffic light at a drawbridge.

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Prepare for the CA DMV CDL Passenger exam with this practice test featuring flashcards. Each card contains essential questions and answers that cover critical knowledge needed for safe bus operation. Test your skills and boost your confidence before the exam.