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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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Rough acceleration:
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is necessary to warm up the engine.
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is recommended during long trips.
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can cause mechanical damage.
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improves gas mileage.
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When you use mirrors while driving on the road, you should:
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never look back and forth between the mirrors and the road ahead.
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check quickly.
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focus on the mirrors for a long time.
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only use one mirror.
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To avoid becoming a distracted driver you should:
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not turn off all communication devices.
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adjust all vehicle controls and mirrors while driving.
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eat and drink while you drive.
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not engage in complex conversations with others.
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4.
Hydroplaning:
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can occur only if there is a lot of water on the road.
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can occur at speeds as low as 30 mph.
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can occur at speeds as low as 10 mph, if there is a lot of water.
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is less likely if tire pressure is low.
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Before driving your bus, to be sure it's safe you should:
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ask the Safety Certificate to your supervisor.
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review the bus safety guidelines.
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review the inspection report made by the previous driver.
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ask the shipper for the Safety Confirmation report.
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6.
After starting the engine, the ABS light stays on. This means:
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the ABS oil level is not adequate.
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the ABS is working properly.
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the ABS is not working properly.
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the ABS is in Neutral.
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7.
While crossing railroad tracks, you should:
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stop, then look and listen for the train.
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not shift gears.
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shift down.
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shift up.
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8.
When approaching a traffic light that has been green for a long time, you should:
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start slowing down and be ready to stop.
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speed up to get through the light.
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maintain your current speed.
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None of the above.
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9.
Properly adjusted outside left and right side flat mirrors should allow the driver to see:
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the front tires touching the ground.
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the rear tires touching the ground.
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the front bumper.
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at least 1 traffic lane on either side of the bus.
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10.
Buses must never carry more than _______ total of allowed hazardous materials.
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75 pounds
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500 pounds
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250 pounds
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200 pounds
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