SCHOOL BUS PRACTICE TEST MICHIGAN

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The school bus endorsement applies to applicants who wish to drive a school bus in any Class A or B CDL. To add an S endorsement to your CLP/CDL, you must pass the Michigan school bus test, and you must also pass skills tests in a school bus. The MI CDL bus test consists of 20 questions, and you'll need at least 16 correct answers to pass (80%). The knowledge test covers the following sections of the Michigan CDL Manual: School Buses, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. After studying, take this MI CDL practice test to prepare for the actual bus test!
1. When you double your speed, the braking distance is:
4 times longer.
3 times longer.
the same.
2. Backing a school bus is:
strongly encouraged.
strongly discouraged.
always safe if you use caution.
3. Passive railroad crossings:
do not require you to stop.
do not have any type of traffic control device.
do not have yellow circular advance warning signs, pavement markings and crossbucks.
4. All stops should be approved by __________ prior to making the stop.
the bus driver
the school district
the department of transportation
5. If a drawbridge does not have a signal light or traffic control attendant, you should:
drive through the drawbridge with caution.
stop and look to make sure the draw is completely closed before crossing.
stop at least 5 feet before the draw of the bridge.
6. When students are boarding the school bus, you should do all of the following except:
count the number of students at the bus stop and ensure all board the bus.
ask the students to board in pairs.
monitor all mirrors continuously.
7. A vehicle inspection should be done in the same order each time:
because the report must be written in that order.
so you are less likely to forget something.
because it is required by law.
8. Air brakes use ________ to make the brakes work.
compressed gas cylinders
compressed air
compressed gases
9. When stopping, drivers should bring the school bus to a full stop with the front bumper at least ______ away from students at the bus stop.
50 feet
30 feet
10 feet
10. When a rider wants to board the bus with a car battery, you should:
check that the battery does not contain any gasoline.
not allow the car battery on the bus.
put the car battery at the back of the bus.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

The age requirements for obtaining a class O driver's license in Michigan are established by the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program:
  • For a Level 1 Learner's License, you must be at least 14 years and 9 months old.
  • For a Level 2 Intermediate License, you must be at least 16 and have held a learner’s license for at least six months.
  • For a Level 3 Full License, you must be at least 17 and have held an intermediate license for at least six months.  
If you are age 18 or older, you have to apply for a temporary instruction permit and pass a driving skill test to obtain a standard operator's license.

If you are under 18, after completing the required hours of both classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, you must pass a DMV written test at your state-certified driver’s education provider. Once you pass and receive a Certificate of Completion for Segment 1 of the GDL program, you can apply for your learner’s license at a Secretary of State office with your parent/legal guardian. If you are 18 or older, you can schedule an appointment and take the permit test directly at a Secretary of State office.
Before your appointment, make sure you have the required documents:  
  • One proof of your Social Security Number.
  • One proof of your legal presence.
  • One proof of identity (if applicable, provide evidence of any name changes).
  • Two proofs of Michigan residency.
  • Driver Education Certificate of Completion for Segment 1 (for individuals under 18).
You can use this checklist to ensure you have all the correct documents.


The DMV written test at all Secretary of State offices is offered in Albanian, Arabic, Chinese, Dari, English, French, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. If you have difficulty speaking or reading English, you can request an interpreter by contacting the Department of State Information Center at 888-767-6424 in advance. Additionally, if you are hearing-impaired, a sign language interpreter can assist you.

The DMV written test is based on the official Michigan Driver's Handbook, 'What Every Driver Must Know'. The manual is also available here in other foreign languages. Focus on road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc. After studying it, test your preparation with our free practice tests! 

The DMV written test includes 80 questions. The questions cover various topics to ensure that applicants have a solid understanding of the rules of the road. Carefully study the manual to enhance your chances of passing the exam.

You need a score of 70% or higher. You should get at least 56 questions right, and you're allowed to miss up to 24 questions out of the total 80. Stay focused and take the time to read the questions carefully.

For individuals with a learner's license:
  • Driving is allowed only under the supervision of a licensed parent/legal guardian or a licensed individual aged 21 or older who has been authorized by your parent/legal guardian.
  • Using a cell phone while driving is prohibited.
For individuals with an intermediate license:
  • Driving between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. and transporting more than one passenger under 21 (except siblings) is forbidden unless accompanied by a parent/legal guardian, a designated licensed driver aged 21 or older, or for work/authorized activities.
  • Using a cell phone while driving is prohibited.
Once you have held your intermediate license for 6 months without a traffic violation and have reached at least 17 years of age, these restrictions no longer apply.

If you are under 18 and enrolled in the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program, your learner's license expires on your 18th birthday. For individuals over 18 years old, the permit is valid for 180 days. You can renew your temporary permit either online or by contacting the Michigan Department of State.

You have three chances to pass the DMV written test. If you don't pass the exam after three attempts, you'll be required to retake the course and pay the enrollment charge again. If you find the permit test difficult, sign up for DMV Premium, which offers numerous resources and practice tests to improve your preparation.

MI CDL School Bus Test

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