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SCHOOL BUS PRACTICE TEST MASSACHUSETTS

11. If you experience a tire failure, do NOT:
when the vehicle has slowed down, brake very gently, pull off the road, and stop.
apply the brakes as hard as you can.
hold the steering wheel firmly.
stay off the brake (unless you're about to run into something).
12. To ensure rider safety, bus drivers should always check the interior of the bus before driving. Aisles and stairwells should always be:
reserved for seniors.
placarded.
clean.
clear.
13. If your vehicle is hydroplaning, you should:
use the brakes to slow down.
release the accelerator and push in the clutch.
accelerate to get through the water as quickly as possible.
None of the above.
14. What should you do if your vehicle starts hydroplaning?
Accelerate slightly, then push in the clutch to slow down.
Leave the road completely.
Release the accelerator and push in the clutch to let the wheels turn freely.
Apply the brakes and countersteer to regain control of the vehicle.
15. It is safer to drive over (rather than to avoid) which of the following?
Paper and cloth sacks
Cardboard boxes
Plastic containers
None of the above.
16. Before driving your bus, make sure ________ do not have recapped or regrooved tires.
the rear wheels
the front wheels
the spare wheels
None of the above.
17. When stopping to pick up students, you should place the vehicle in:
in second gear.
park.
neutral.
reverse.
18. When stopping, you should bring the school bus to a full stop how many feet away from students at the bus stop?
At least 25 feet
At least 10 feet
At least 50 feet
At least 5 feet
19. When driving, you should check your mirrors:
regularly.
every 10 seconds.
every 4 seconds.
only when there may be a problem.
20. If driving a new vehicle, you should familiarize yourself with the controls and equipment:
before you start driving.
within the first 50 miles.
after pulling into a service station.
as you drive.
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