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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 Illinois CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The IL passenger test covers the following sections of the Illinois CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this IL practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
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When checking the engine compartment in a vehicle inspection, you should check all of the following except:
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Shock absorbers
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Coolant level in radiator
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Engine oil level
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Windshield washer fluid level
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2.
Rough acceleration:
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is necessary to warm up the engine.
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improves gas mileage.
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is recommended during long trips.
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can cause mechanical damage.
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ABS:
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helps you increase your average speed.
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improves your visibility at night.
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does not decrease your stopping distance.
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helps you increase your following distance.
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To ensure rider safety, bus drivers should always check the interior of the bus before driving. Aisles and stairwells should always be:
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clear.
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reserved for seniors.
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clean.
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placarded.
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5.
If the vehicle ahead of you is smaller than yours:
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it will take the same amount of time to stop.
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it can probably stop faster than you can.
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it will usually take longer to stop.
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All of the above.
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6.
When approaching a vehicle with a distracted driver, you should:
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maintain your safe following distance.
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quickly pass the vehicle.
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sound your horn.
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change lanes quickly.
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Baggage and freight should be secured in a way that:
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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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allows riders to quickly take their baggage with them in an emergency.
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8.
Bus drivers must have a commercial driver's license (CDL) if transporting ____ students or more.
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8
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20
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6
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11
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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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10.
If you feel drowsy, you should _______ before driving.
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exercise
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listen to upbeat music
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sleep
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drink coffee
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