CDL PASSENGER PRACTICE TEST MAINE

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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 Maine CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The ME passenger test covers the following sections of the Maine CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this ME practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
1. Properly adjusted outside left and right side flat mirrors should allow the driver to see:
the rear tires touching the ground.
the front tires touching the ground.
at least 1 traffic lane on either side of the bus.
2. If the engine catches fire, you should:
avoid shooting foam from the vehicle's underside.
open the hood as soon as you can.
turn off the engine as soon as you can.
3. To avoid becoming a distracted driver you should:
adjust all vehicle controls and mirrors while driving.
not engage in complex conversations with others.
not turn off all communication devices.
4. Passive railroad crossings:
do not have any type of traffic control device.
do not require you to stop.
do not have yellow circular advance warning signs, pavement markings and crossbucks.
5. To prevent getting sleepy while driving, you should:
drive alone whenever possible.
keep the cab warm.
keep cool by opening the window.
6. Air storage tanks:
hold compressed air for the brakes.
pump air into the air storage tanks.
use parts of the service brake systems to stop the vehicle in a brake system failure.
7. If another vehicle is following closely, you should NOT:
avoid quick changes.
speed up.
increase your following distance.
8. What should you do when confronted by an aggressive driver?
Challenge them by speeding up
Ignore gestures
Make eye contact
9. When making a turn you should:
signal early.
make gestures to get the attention of other drivers.
honk your horn.
10. If you are feeling sleepy, you should:
get some coffee.
pull off the road and rest.
slow down.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

You can get a learner's permit at 15 years old. To obtain a class C driver's license, you must be at least 16 and have completed a driver education course. Alternatively, you can apply at the age of 18 without participating in a driver education program.

Complete the application form and submit it either in person to any Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles branch or by mail. After processing your application, the BMV will schedule your written test at the office closest to your mailing address and notify you. If you have specific scheduling preferences, be sure to note them on your application. However, you can change the test time up to 48 hours prior.
On the day of your appointment, bring the following documents:
  • A completed application form
  • Two forms of identification.
  • Proof of residency. If you are a minor or unable to provide a document certifying your address, you must submit an affidavit.
  • Proof of legal presence in the United States for both citizens and non-citizens.
  • Driver education completion certificate (if you are under 18).
  • A birth certificate (if you are under the age of 23).


The DMV written test in Maine is available in multiple languages, and you can also have a translator. Additionally, for applicants who are deaf or hearing impaired, an American Sign Language interpreter can assist during the exam.

To prepare for the DMV written test, study the Maine Driver's Handbook thoroughly. At the end of each chapter, you’ll find practice questions to help you verify your knowledge of driving laws. You can also find additional practice tests on DMV Premium to further evaluate your preparation.

After getting your learner’s permit:
  • The use of mobile phones or handheld electronic devices is not allowed.
  • Driving is permitted only under the supervision of an adult who is at least 20 years old and has held a driver license for 2 years.
For drivers under 18, additional restrictions apply during the 270 days following the road test:
  • The use of mobile phones or handheld electronic devices is prohibited.
  • Driving alone is not allowed between 12 a.m. and 5 a.m.
  • Transporting passengers, except for siblings, is prohibited unless accompanied by a licensed adult aged at least 20 who has held a valid license for 2 years and is seated beside the driver.

A Maine instruction permit is valid for two years. It is not renewable, but you can obtain a new permit for an additional two years if needed. When the permit expires, you must apply again and take the vision and knowledge test. The driving hours you have accumulated will be retained, allowing you to schedule the road test directly without any waiting period.

ME CDL Passenger Test

Number of questions: 20
Correct answers to pass:16
Passing score:80%
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