CDL BUS PRACTICE TEST - CONNECTICUT
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When approaching an emergency vehicle stopped on the side of the road with lights flashing, you should:
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speed up.
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yielding the right-of-way by coming to a complete stop.
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move to the lane not next to that of the emergency vehicle.
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stay in the right lane.
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12.
Air tank drains:
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protect the tanks and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
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should not be used in wet weather.
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are used to remove water and oil from the air tanks.
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are used to move air to the brakes.
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13.
When stopping to pick up students, the driver should park at least 10 feet away from the students. Why?
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Because this forces the students to cross the street to walk to the bus.
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Because this forces the students to walk to the bus and have a better view of their own movements.
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Because this forces the driver to watch the rear of the vehicle by looking out the side window.
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Because this forces the students to walk to the bus so the driver has a better view of their movements.
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14.
Passive railroad crossings:
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do not have yellow circular advance warning signs, pavement markings and crossbucks.
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do not have any type of traffic control device.
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do not require you to stop.
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All of the above.
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15.
When driving on slippery surfaces, a lack of spray from other vehicles indicates that:
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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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ice has formed on the road.
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there is no ice on the road surface.
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16.
Baggage and freight should be secured in a way that:
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allows riders to quickly take their baggage with them in an emergency.
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allows riders to easily identify their baggage before they get off the bus in an emergency.
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allows riders to exit by any window or door in an emergency.
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blocks one exit, but allows riders to exit by any remaining window or door in an emergency.
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17.
You must have at least _____ inch tread depth in every major groove on front tires.
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6/32
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2/32
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4/32
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3/32
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18.
When driving on slippery roads, you should NOT:
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go slowly.
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watch far enough ahead to keep a steady speed.
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use the engine brake.
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try to anticipate stops early.
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19.
When driving in very hot weather, the heat will increase the chances of:
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tire failure.
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loss of hydraulic pressure.
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suspension system defects.
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ABS malfunction.
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20.
When stopping to pick up students at the bus stop, which of the following comes after all the others?
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Activate the alternating red lights when traffic is a safe distance from the school bus.
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Activate the alternating amber lights and open the door when traffic is a safe distance from the school bus.
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Place the transmission in park or in neutral and set the parking brake.
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Check to confirm that all traffic has stopped before opening the door and signaling students to approach.
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