CDL PASSENGER PRACTICE TEST VERMONT

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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 Vermont CDL passenger test consists of 20 questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 16 questions (80%). The VT passenger test covers the following sections of the Vermont CDL Manual: Driving Safely, Transporting Passengers, Vehicle Inspection Test, Basic Control Skills Test and Road Test. Take this VT practice test now to prepare for the actual passenger test!
1. Which of the following statements about fueling a bus with riders is true?
Fueling your bus with riders on board should be avoided unless absolutely necessary.
Before fueling your bus with riders on board you should tell passengers about the refueling.
It should only be done during trips more than 150 miles long.
2. Using of a hand-held mobile device while driving is:
encouraged.
not encouraged.
prohibited.
3. One way to avoid problems with passenger comfort and safety rules is to:
discharge disruptive riders as soon as possible.
caution riders to watch their step when leaving the bus.
explain the rules at the start.
4. When approaching a vehicle for a pre-trip inspection, you should:
look under the vehicle for fuel leaks, fresh oil, coolant or grease.
make sure the parking brake is on.
look under the vehicle for hazards to vehicle movement.
5. When driving at night, if drivers of oncoming vehicles do not put their low beams on, you should:
look slightly to the right at a right lane or edge marking, until the vehicles pass.
flash your high beams to remind the other drivers to use their low beams.
look directly at the headlights.
6. Pre-trip inspections:
should not be done when a vehicle inspection report is available.
should not be done unless the vehicle has problems that could cause a breakdown.
should always be done in the same order.
7. If your brakes fail on a steep mountain downgrade, you should:
use an escape ramp if it is available.
go right if the shoulder is clear.
leave the road immediately.
8. When driving at night you should dim your lights when following another vehicle within:
1 mile.
500 feet.
100 feet.
9. When approaching a stopped bus, you must be aware that:
passing a stopped bus is illegal.
a student may be driving the bus.
passengers may cross in front of or behind the bus.
10. When checking your mirrors you should:
only use the passenger side mirror.
use both mirrors.
only use the driver side mirror.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

In Vermont, the minimum age to apply for a learner’s permit is 15 years old. After holding the permit for at least one year you can obtain a junior driver’s license at 16 or 17 years old. For a class D driver’s license you must be at least 18 years old.

You can take the permit test online after completing the application online and paying the associated fee. If you're between the ages of 15 and 17, a parent or legal guardian must sign your application, unless you're an emancipated minor.
You'll need to bring the following documents:
  • Completed permit application.
  • Proof of identity and date of birth, such as a birth certificate or passport.
  • Two proofs of Vermont residence. If you are a minor, your parent or guardian will provide one of these documents.
  • Proof of Social Security Number, if available.

Vermont provides the option to take the DMV written test in several languages, including English, Arabic, Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian, Burmese, Dari, French, Kirundi, Mandarin Chinese, Nepali, Pashto, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, and Ukrainian.

To prepare for the DMV written test, read the Vermont Driver's Handbook or listen to the audio version. Verify your knowledge of traffic laws with our free practice tests, and once you are well prepared, you will be ready for the real exam.

The DMV written test in Vermont consists of 20 questions. Each question provides four answer choices and only one is correct. The exam covers a range of topics including road signs, parallel parking, turning, passing a vehicle, yielding the right of way, etc.
You must answer at least 16 questions correctly, and you can miss up to 4 questions to pass the test. Stay focused during the exam and take the time to review your answers carefully to minimize errors and pass on the first attempt.

New drivers in Vermont face several restrictions:
  • With a valid learner’s permit, you may drive if accompanied by a driver instructor, a licensed parent/guardian, or an individual who is at least 25 years old seated in the front seat.
  • When you obtain a junior driver’s license:
- You cannot carry passengers for hire.
- During the first three months, you can transport passengers only under the supervision of a driver instructor, a licensed parent/guardian, or an licensed adult who is at least 25 years old seated in the front seat. After the second three months, family members can be carried. After six months, there are no longer restrictions on the number of passengers.

The use of electronic devices while driving is always prohibited.

If you don't pass your DMV written test in Vermont, you'll need to wait for one calendar day before trying again. If you find the exam difficult, sign up for DMV Premium, which offers numerous resources and practice tests to improve your preparation.

VT CDL Passenger Test

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