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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 Idaho CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The ID passenger test covers the following sections of the Idaho CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this ID practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
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Alcohol:
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impairs depth perception.
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improves reaction time.
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does not affect judgement.
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When driving on a slippery surface, you should do all of the following except:
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keep a shorter following distance.
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adjust braking to conditions.
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not pass slower vehicles unless necessary.
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If you hear a loud loud "bang" and the steering feels "heavy", you should:
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brake hard and pull off the road.
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pump the brakes until the vehicle has slowed down.
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hold the steering wheel firmly and stay off the brake.
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At dawn, dusk, in rain or snow, to make yourself easier to see you should:
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use the emergency flashers.
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use the low beams.
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use the high beams.
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The standee line:
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shows riders where they cannot stand.
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is part of the braking system.
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is used at bus stops.
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In your mirror, you see a car approaching from the rear. The next time you check your mirror, you don't see the car. If you wish to change lanes, you should:
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assume the car left the roadway and change lanes as normal.
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ease into the other lane slowly so the other car can get out of the way.
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wait until you are sure the car isn't in your blind spot.
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When you leave your vehicle you should:
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leave the key in the ignition.
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apply the service brake.
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None of the above.
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When arriving at the destination, all of the following should be announced except:
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Next departure time
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The outside temperature
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The location
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Passive railroad crossings:
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do not require you to stop.
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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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Air storage tanks:
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pump air into the air storage tanks.
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use parts of the service brake systems to stop the vehicle in a brake system failure.
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hold compressed air for the brakes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you are between 14½ and under 17 years old you must follow the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Program. You can apply for a supervised instruction permit and complete an approved driver training program. After 6 months of violation-free supervised driving, you can apply for a restricted driver’s license (it will be restricted until your 18th birthday).
If you are 17 or older you can apply for a class D instruction permit and after six months of supervised driving, you can obtain a class D driver’s license.
To schedule the DMV written test in Idaho, you can visit your county Sheriff’s DMV office in person. Find the Idaho DMV office nearest to you and check its business hours.
You are required to bring the following documents:
- Proof of identity and age.
- Photo ID.
- Proof of Idaho residency.
- Social Security Card.
- Proof of US citizenship or legal presence.
- Driver training completion certificate (for applicants under 17).
- Liability Signer (for those under 18, a parent or guardian must sign consent for licensing).
- Proof of school enrollment (for those under 18).
Additionally, if applicable:
- Foreign driver’s license.
- Medical certification (if you have a medical condition that may affect your ability to drive).
Use the tool provided by the Idaho Transportation Department to create a checklist of the necessary documents.
The DMV written test in Idaho is offered in various languages, including English, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, French, Korean, Russian, Servo-Croatian, Spanish, Vietnamese and ASL (American Sign Language). Although language options are provided, it is advisable to have a basic understanding of English since road signs are always in English.
The DMV written test covers various topics, such as road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. Studying the official Idaho Driver’s Handbook is the first step to prepare for the exam because it contains all of this information. Once you've read it, you can take our free practice tests!
The Idaho DMV written test consists of 40 questions and is based on the information provided in the manual. Taking numerous practice tests and thoroughly reading the handbook will increase your chances of success.
You are allowed to miss up to 6 questions, with a minimum accuracy rate of 85%. Using any written, audio, or electronic aid is forbidden.
New drivers in Idaho are subject to specific restrictions:
- If you are younger than 16, you can drive only during daylight hours, except when accompanied by a licensed driver aged at least 21, who must be seated beside you. Additionally, you cannot transport any other passengers.
- If you are under 17, during the first six months from the date the license was issued, you can only transport one passenger under 17 or family members.
- If you are under 21, you cannot drive after drinking any amount of alcohol (Zero Tolerance law).
An Idaho instruction permit remains valid for 180 days after successfully completing a driver training program and the GDL Program. You can renew the permit once without retaking the knowledge test, as long as you took it within the past 12 months.
If you fail your DMV written test, you must wait three days to retest and pay another application fee. Sign up for DMV Premium and practice with extra tests to maximize the chance of passing!