CDL Bus Test (2024) - New Mexico CDL School Bus Practice Test

1. When you double your speed, the braking distance is:

2. After an accident, an improper use of flares could cause:

the springs to put on the brakes.
air pressure to build from 50 to 100 psi within 2 minutes.
a fire if spilled fuel is on the ground.

3. Before driving your bus, you must:

review the inspection report.
ensure the emergency exit door is open.
clean the interior.

4. When driving on slippery surfaces, a lack of spray from other vehicles indicates that:

there is no ice on the road surface.
ice has formed on the road.
the pavement is dry.

5. When unloading students, a bus driver should:

check around and underneath the bus.
tell students to exit the bus and walk to a position where they can plainly see the driver.
count the number of students to confirm the location of all of them before pulling away from the stop.

6. The safety valve is usually set to open at:

7. If the drive wheels begin to spin, you should:

accelerate smoothly and change gears as necessary.
apply your brakes all the way.
take your foot off the accelerator.

8. Service brakes should:

only be checked by a mechanic.
be checked before each trip.
always be checked before applying the brakes.

9. Texting while operating a commercial motor vehicle is:

acceptable if you are contacting your supervisor.
acceptable if you are contacting your dispacther.
illegal.

10. To recognize distracted drivers, you should watch for all of the following except:

Drivers who are involved in conversations with their passengers.
Students sitting on a bench waiting for a bus.
Vehicles traveling at inconsistent speeds.

NEW MEXICO SCHOOL BUS CDL PRACTICE TEST