CDL PASSENGER PRACTICE TEST CONNECTICUT
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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 Connecticut CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The CT passenger test covers the following sections of the Connecticut CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this CT practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
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Banked curves:
are reserved for pedestrians.
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have a safe "design speed".
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can be taken at any speed.
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should always be avoided.
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Drivers should check and adjust their mirrors:
while driving.
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after a trip.
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before starting a trip.
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All of the above.
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When water collects on the road. your vehicle can:
hydroplane.
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stop suddenly.
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accelerate.
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None of the above.
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When driving on slippery surfaces, a lack of spray from other vehicles indicates that:
ice has formed on the road.
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the pavement is dry.
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the road hasn't started to ice up yet.
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there is no ice on the road surface.
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The safety valve is usually set to open at:
100 psi.
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200 psi.
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75 psi.
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150 psi.
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Carry-on baggage should be secured in a way that:
allows the driver to move freely and easily.
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protects riders from injury if carry-ons fall.
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allows passengers to exit by any window or door in an emergency.
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All of the above.
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What should you do if you doubt you have safe space to pass under a low bridge?
If no warnings are posted, assume there is enough clearance under the bridge and proceed slowly.
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Go slowly, and take another route if you are not sure you can make it.
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Assume that the height posted at the bridges is correct.
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Increase the weight of your vehicle to clearing under the bridge.
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With low beams, drivers can see ahead about:
100 feet
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150 feet
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15 feet
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250 feet
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When making a turn you should:
make gestures to get the attention of other drivers.
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signal early.
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turn the signal off before entering the turn.
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honk your horn.
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In an emergency:
you should keep one hand on the steering wheel.
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stopping is not always the safest thing to do.
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you should never turn to miss an obstacle.
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stopping is always the best thing to do.
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Frequently Asked Questions
To obtain a learner’s permit in Connecticut, you must be at least 16 years old. If you are between 16 and 17 years old, after completing a driver training program and keeping the permit for 120 days (or 180 days if you have taken the training at home with a qualified trainer), you can obtain a driver's license. If you are 18 years of age or older, you are required to hold an adult learner’s permit for a minimum of 90 days before obtaining a class D driver's license.
You can schedule your Connecticut knowledge test online. Select dates and times according to the available choices at various Connecticut DMV offices.
Ensure you bring valid documents or certified copies. Here's what you need:
- Proof of Social Security Number (SSN).
- Two proofs of Connecticut residency dated within 90 days. Examples include a bill from a bank, mortgage company, credit card company, hospital…
- A completed application for Non-Commercial Learner's Permit and/or Driver's License.
For under 18 also:
- Completed Certificate of Parental Consent.
For Non-US born also:
- Proof of Legal Presence in the United States.
The DMV written tests are available in various languages, including Arabic, English, French, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. If your primary language is not among these options, you can bring a dictionary. Anyway, you can’t use a translator during the exam.
The DMV written test is based on the Connecticut Driver Manual. Focus on road signs, safe driving practices and road rules. Take our free practice tests to prepare for the exam, or sign up for DMV Premium to unlock more resources and prepare for your permit test faster!
The Connecticut DMV written test consists of 25 multiple-choice questions and is based on the information provided in the manual. Taking numerous practice tests and thoroughly studying the handbook will increase your chances of success.
In Connecticut, you can miss up to 5 questions on the DMV written test. To pass, you need an accuracy rate of 80% or higher, which means correctly answering at least 20 out of the total 25 questions.
Learner permit holders:
- Cannot drive alone. They must be accompanied by a driving instructor or a driver aged 20 or older with a clean driver record for four consecutive years.
- Cannot use cell phones when driving.
For 16 and 17-year-old drivers, the State of Connecticut imposes these restrictions:
- During the first six months after obtaining a driver's license, you are not allowed to have any passengers in the vehicle, except for a licensed driving instructor, a parent/legal guardian with a valid driver's license, or a driver aged 20 or older with a clean driver record for four consecutive years. During the second six months, you can also transport family members.
- You cannot drive from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., except in cases of employment, school, religious activities, or medical emergencies.
The passenger and curfew restrictions do not apply if you are a member of a volunteer fire/ambulance company.
A Connecticut instruction permit remains valid until you either obtain a driver's license or for a period of 2 years from the date of issuance, whichever occurs first. This waiting period ensures you have ample time to gain valuable driving experience and feel confident before the exam.
If you do not pass your DMV written test in Connecticut, you will need to wait 7 days before you can retake it. To reschedule an appointment and retake the exam, you have to pay the required fee again.
CT CDL Passenger Test
Number of questions: | 20 |
Correct answers to pass: | 16 |
Passing score: | 80% |
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