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The passenger endorsement applies to drivers who want to drive a bus in any Class A, B, or C CDL. Applicants must pass a special knowledge test, and must pass skills tests in a passenger vehicle. The Alabama CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The AL passenger test covers the following sections of the Alabama CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this AL practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
1.
If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back?
Press on the gas pedal, even if you have to roll back a little.
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Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake, put on the parking brake if necessary.
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Release the parking brake before you have applied enough engine power to keep from rolling back.
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None of the above.
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2.
Under a pressurized system, the radiator cap:
should be removed when the coolant is hot.
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should never be hot.
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should always be cool.
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should never be removed until the system has cooled.
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3.
If ABS is not working:
a yellow malfunction lamp will light up on the control panel.
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the brakes will lock up.
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you should pump the brakes.
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you should stay off the brake.
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4.
ABS:
helps you increase your following distance.
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helps you increase your average speed.
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improves your visibility at night.
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does not decrease your stopping distance.
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5.
One reason parked delivery trucks can present a hazard is:
they are often hard to see.
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their drivers are often in a hurry and may suddenly step out of their vehicle.
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packages may fall out of the truck.
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All of the above.
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6.
When drivers make a turn they should:
look in the opposite direction of the turn.
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look in the direction they are going to turn.
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look far ahead.
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look behind the vehicle.
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7.
You must have at least _____ inch tread depth in every major groove on front tires.
2/32
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4/32
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3/32
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6/32
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8.
When you are about to pass a vehicle, you should:
assume they don't see you.
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slow down.
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make eye contact.
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make gestures.
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9.
To ensure passenger safety during loading and unloading, bus drivers should:
start and stop as smoothly as possible.
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always ensure that passengers are safely on the bus before closing the door(s).
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allow passengers enough time to sit down or brace themselves before departing.
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All of the above.
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10.
When driving on slippery surfaces, you should:
change lanes often.
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not pass slower vehicles unless necessary.
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make turns as quickly as possible.
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All of the above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Make sure you've got all you need when applying. Ensure you bring the following documents to fulfill the necessary requirements:
- Proof of identity, such as a passport or a certified birth certificate
- Proof of Social Security Number
- Proof of residency (at least two documents)
- Proof of school enrollment (if you are younger than 19)
If you are a non-U.S. citizen, you will also need a valid passport and a proof of your legal presence in the U.S.
To obtain a class D driver's license in Alabama, teens must follow the three steps of the Graduated Driver License (GDL) system. Here are the age requirements:
- For a learner's permit, you must be at least 15 years old.
- For a restricted license, you must be 16 years old or older.
- For an unrestricted or regular license, you must be at least 17 years old. However, individuals aged 17 must hold a restricted license for at least six months before applying for a regular license. If you are 18 years old or older, you may apply for a driver’s license immediately (the road skills exam is required).
Individuals who are 18 or older, those aged 17 or older with valid licenses for six months or more, individuals 16 or older who are married and the head of the household, and emancipated individuals are exempt from the GDL program.
After completing a pre-application online for your first license or permit, you can check where the nearest Alabama DMV office is located and its business hours. Call the office or go in person to take your knowledge test.
Alabama provides the option to take the DMV written test in several foreign languages, including Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, French, German, Greek, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Thai, and Vietnamese. For those who are hearing impaired, exams are offered also in American Sign Language at certain driver license offices.
The DMV written test test is based on the Alabama Driver's Manual. Focus on road signs, safe driving practices and road rules. Take our free practice tests to prepare for the test, or sign up for DMV Premium to unlock more resources and prepare for your exam faster!
After passing the required examination, new drivers receive a driver's license with the 'Y' restriction. This allows them to drive accompanied by a driver aged 21 or older or a certified driving instructor seated beside them. For drivers who are 16 years old or 17 with a license of less than 6 months, specific restrictions apply:
- No more than 1 non-family passenger, excluding parents, guardians, or supervising licensed drivers at least 21 years old.
- No driving between 12 midnight and 6 a.m., unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or under certain exceptions like work, school events, religious events, or emergencies.
- It is unlawful to use handheld communication devices while driving.
Upon passing the road test, a regular license is issued, and the 'Y' restriction is removed.
In Alabama, the learner's license is valid for four years, with the option to renew it once. This waiting period ensures you have ample time to gain valuable driving experience and feel confident before the road exam.