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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 Massachusetts CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The MA passenger test covers the following sections of the Massachusetts CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this MA practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
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If a rider wants to board the bus with a car battery, the bus driver should:
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not allow the rider to carry on the battery.
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inspect the battery before allowing the rider to carry it on board.
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call the police.
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instruct the rider to sit next to the exit doors.
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Pre-trip inspections:
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should always be done in the same order.
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should not be done when a vehicle inspection report is available.
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should not be done unless the vehicle has problems that could cause a breakdown.
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are optional when the driver is familiar with the vehicle.
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When you are driving a school bus, the emergency exit doors or windows must always:
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stay open.
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have a red door light turned on.
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be closed.
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None of the above.
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To avoid a crash:
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stopping is always the safest thing to do.
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swerving is always the worst thing to do.
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stopping is not always the best thing to do.
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None of the above.
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With an engine fire, you should:
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turn the engine off as soon as possible.
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open the hood as soon as possible.
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not shoot foam from the vehicle’s underside.
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All of the above.
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Carry-on baggage:
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should not be left in the aisle.
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may be left in the aisle.
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must be left in the aisle.
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None of the above.
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ABS:
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helps you increase your following distance.
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helps you increase your average speed.
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does not decrease your stopping distance.
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improves your visibility at night.
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Service brakes should:
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be checked before each trip.
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only be checked by a mechanic.
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always be checked before applying the brakes.
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All of the above.
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When possible, you should park:
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on the shoulder.
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so you will have to back up when you leave.
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so you will be able to pull forward when you leave.
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on the roadway.
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ABS helps you:
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brake harder.
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stop faster.
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drive faster.
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None of the above.
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To obtain a learner’s permit, you must be at least 16 years old. After holding your permit for six months with a clean driving record and completing a driver education program, you can apply for a junior operator license. Your class D driver’s license will be restricted until you reach 18 years old.
You can start your application online and you will receive an email to schedule an appointment at the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) office you selected. If you prefer to complete the test at home, you are required to apply and visit a Service Center to provide identification documentation. Once the documentation has been verified, you'll receive login instructions to complete the test at home.
You are required to provide specific documents:
- Proof of identity.
- Proof of Social Security Status.
- Proof of Massachusetts residency.
- Written consent from a parent/legal guardian (for applicants under 18).
Use this checklist and view the acceptable documents.
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You need to read the Massachusetts Driver's Handbook. The exam covers various topics, including road signs, safe driving practices, and road rules. Remember that you cannot use driver's manuals or personal notes, so study the manual carefully and take our free practice tests to verify your preparation.
The RMV written test consists of 25 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you must complete the test within 25 minutes. You have approximately one minute for each question, so carefully read each sentence before selecting your answer and moving on to the next question.
To pass the Massachusetts RMV written test, you need to reach a score of 72%. This means that you must correctly answer 18 questions and can miss a maximum of 7 questions. Sign up for DMV Premium to test your preparation and check if you are ready for the real exam.
All drivers under 18 are not permitted to use any mobile electronic device except for emergency calls. There are also other specific restrictions:
- With a learner’s permit, you are allowed to drive only under the supervision of a licensed adult who is at least 21 years old, has held a driver's license for at least one year, and is seated beside you.
- After obtaining a junior operator license, driving alone is permitted only between 12:30 a.m. and 5 a.m. Furthermore, you cannot transport passengers under 18 unless accompanied by a driver who is at least 21 years old and has held a driver's license for at least one year (except when transporting siblings).
A learner’s permit in Massachusetts is valid for 2 years. If it expires, you'll have to apply again and retake the exam. After holding the permit for 6 consecutive months, you can get a junior operator license. If there's any suspension during this period, you'll need to wait another 6 months after the suspension ends.
Instructions will be provided at the end of the RMV written test on how to retake it. Keep in mind that a new fee must be paid. It's important to note that cheating during the exam will result in failure. Additionally, if you are taking the test online, you'll automatically fail if you leave the browser, if you have not clicked a button for more than 2 minutes, or if you exceed the 25 minutes available to complete the exam.