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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 California CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The CA passenger test covers the following sections of the California CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this CA practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
1. Rollovers happen when drivers:
turn too slowly.
turn too fast.
brake too hard.
2. With an engine fire, you should:
open the hood as soon as possible.
turn the engine off as soon as possible.
not shoot foam from the vehicle’s underside.
3. When you discharge a drunk or disruptive rider, you must:
ensure the rider's safety.
put the rider off the bus as soon as possible.
go back to the previous stop and make sure it is a well-lit area.
4. Which of the following is a tip to follow so you won't become a distracted driver?
Turn on all communication devices.
Engage in complex conversations with others.
None of the above.
5. When you are being tailgated, you should:
increase your following distance to create a buffer zone.
signal the tailgater when it's safe to pass you.
flash your brake lights.
6. After an accident, an improper use of flares could cause:
the springs to put on the brakes.
a fire if spilled fuel is on the ground.
air pressure to build from 50 to 100 psi within 2 minutes.
7. When arriving at the destination or intermediate stops, the driver should:
announce the outside temperature.
make the necessary announcements as riders are getting off the bus.
remind riders to take their belongings with them if they get off the bus.
8. The driver's seat of a bus should have:
a seat belt.
an emergency exit handle.
a pocket for storage.
9. Shaded parts of the road:
usually don't freeze.
will melt before open areas.
will remain icy and slippery after other areas have melted.
10. If a vehicle is equipped with ABS, when you start the engine:
the spring brakes will come on.
the ABS indicator light on the dash should come on and then turn off.
the wheels will lock up.
 
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Passenger Test - CA CDL

Number of questions: 20
Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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