CDL BUS PRACTICE TEST - CONNECTICUT

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