1. What qualifications must you meet at least once a year in order to keep driving a school bus?

A. A physical exam as required by DPS

B. Driving record review

C. Mental exam as required by DPS

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

2. What does excessive speeding mean?

A. More than one speeding ticket

B. 15 mph or more over the speed limit

C. 5 mph over the speed limit

D. Speeding in a school zone

B. 15 mph or more over the speed limit

3. If you hold a CDL and are convicted in Texas of a traffic violation other than a parking violation, who do you need to notify and when, in accordance with the state law?

A. Notify the Texas Department of Public Safety the same day.

B. Notify the Texas Department of Public Safety within 30 days.

C. Notify your employer within 30 days.

D. Notify the school Superintendent on the next school day

C. Notify your employer within 30 days.

4. How many serious traffic violations in a 3-year period would result in a 60-day suspension from driving a CMV?

A. 2 serious violations within 3 years

B. 3 serious violations within 3 years

C. Any serious traffic violation will cause a 60-day suspension

D. 5 or more serious traffic violations within 3 years

A. 2 serious violations within 3 years

5. Depth perception enable you to

A. Know the size of an object

B. Evaluate the height of an object

C. Judge distances of objects

D. Judge the depth of water on the road

C. Judge distances of objects

6. A correctly adjusted seat

A. Is comfortable for the driver

B. Reduces fatigue and strain

C. Provides easy use of all foot and hand control

D. All the above

D. All the above

7. How many mirrors does a typical school bus have?

A. 5

B. 7

C. 15

D. Depends on the bus

B. 7

8. Which of the following driver -related factors can contribute to collisions?

A. Stress

B. Fatigue

C. Distracted driving

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

9. What does I-P-D-E formula stand for?

A. Isolate, protect, defend, explain

B. Identify, predict, decide, execute

C. Increase speed, pass vehicle, decrease speed, enter your lane.

D. Identify, pick up, deliver, exit

B. Identify, predict, decide, execute

10. What types of distances make up TOTAL STOPPING DISTANCE?

A. Perception + reaction + braking

B. Identify + predict + react

C. Reaction + stopping

D. All of the above

A. Perception + reaction + braking

11. How large is the circle of safety?

A. 100 feet wide

B. 3 blocks wide

C. 1 mile wide

D. Depends upon various factors, such as speed

D. Depends upon various factors, such as speed

12. A responsible driver:

A. Reaches the destination safely in spite of various conditions

B. Agrees to pay and and all damages caused by school bus collision

C. Blames other drivers for driving problems

D. Responds to hazards after they happen

A. Reaches the destination safely in spite of various 

13. The most important thing to do on a downgrade is:

A. Use headlights

B. Maintain a tight grip on the steering wheel with both hands.

C. Use the emergency brake from the very start of the downgrade

D. Control the bus speed through proper use of the transmission and brake

D. Control the bus speed through proper use of the transmission and brake

14. When approaching an intersection you should yield of the vehicle on the right if no traffic control signal or sign is present?

TRUE                                     FALSE

TRUE

15. Low-beam headlights provide light for about..

A. 100 feet

B. 250 feet

C. 350 feet

D. 500 feet

B. 250 feet

16. Who has the right-of-way at railroad crossings?

A.  Depends of who arrives there first

B.  Always the school bus

C.  Always the train

D.  Pedestrians

C.  Always the train

17.  How close should the school bus be to a railroad track when stopping before crossing?

A. Far enough away to clear the track

B.  No closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet

C.  Between 10 feet and 20 feet

D.  Not closer the 20 feet and no farther than 30 feet

B.  No closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet

18.  Railroad crossings where you are not required to stop will always be marked with one of two signs.

A.  "closed" or "out of service"

B.  "no stopping" or "detour"

C.  "exempt" or "out of service"

D. None of above

C.  "exempt" or "out of service"

19.  How long does it take a loaded train of 150 freight cars going 50 mph to stop?

A.  50 feet

B. 500 feet

C. Less than a mile

D.  1.5 miles

D.  1.5 miles

20.  In performing a front door evacuation, start with the passengers in the

A.  Left front seat

B.  Right front seat

C.  Left back seat

D.  Right back seat

B.  Right front seat

21.  To help passengers exit by the rear door, use

A.  Driver as a helper outside the bus

B.  Two student assistants outside the bus

C.  Student assistants inside the bus

D.  Hydraulic lift

B.  Two student assistants outside the bus

22.  Which of the following is not a blood-borne disease?

A.  HBV

B.  HDT

C.  HCV

D.  HIV

B.  HDT

23.  One way I can protect myself from blood-borne illness is to get an HCV vaccine

A.  True

B. False

B. False

24.  How can you protect yourself and your passengers from blood-borne infections?

A.  Clean up body fluids thoroughly and quickly

B.  Wear clean gloves when giving first aid

C.  Treat all body fluids as potentially infections

D.  All of the above

D.  All of the above

25.  Primary assessment steps to take when facing a medical emergency include

A.  Assess the supplies on your bus

B.  Assess the location, victim and situation

C.  assess the quickest route the the hospital

D.  Assess the required clean-up

B.  Assess the location, victim and situation

26.  _______  is (are) the number one cause of injury and death in roadway work zones

A. Speeding traffic

B.  Weather

C.  K-rails

D.   Flaggers

A. Speeding traffic

27.  When merging, it is not necessary to use outside mirrors

A.  True

  B.  False

  B.  False

28.  The three good rules for using turn signals are ______

A.  A signal early

B.  Signal continuously

C.  Cancel your signal

D.  All of the above

E.  None of the above

D.  All of the above

29.  Special situations that require more than regular mirror checks include

A.  Lane changes

B.  Turns

C.  Merges

D.  All of the above

E.  None of the above

D.  All of the above

30.  At speeds above 40 mph the minimum safe distance you should allow is ________

A.  1 second for every 10 feet of vehicle length plus 1 second

B.  1 second for every 10 feet of vehicle length plus 3 seconds

C.  1 second for every 20 feet of vehicle length plus 1 second

D.  3 seconds

A.  1 second for every 10 feet of vehicle length plus 1 second

31.  An exhaust retarder is one of the 4 basic types of retarders

A.  True

B. False

A.  True

32.  When entering a curve you should downshift ________

A.  Before entering the curve

B.  After entering the curve

C.  As soon as you notice the curve

D.  After exiting the curve

A.  Before entering the curve

33.  The best rule of thumb is to reduce speed by about _______ on a wet road

A.  One third

B.  One half

C.  One quarter

D.  5 mph

A.  One third

34.  Rough acceleration _________

A.  Can cause mechanical damage

B.  Might tick off the DMV testing personnel

C.  Usually wastes gas 

D.  Is against the law in some states

A.  Can cause mechanical damage

35.  You should signal turns early to keep others from trying to pass you

A.  True

B.  False

A.  True

36.  Of all the space around your vehicle while driving, the most important is the area _______ of the vehicle

A.  Ahead of

B.  On the sides of

C.  Behind

D.  All of the above

A.  Ahead of

37.  The air compressor governor controls_______

A.  Speed of truck

B.  Flow of air into cabin

C.  Air being pumped in lines by compressor

D.  Air being pumped into air storage tanks by compressor

D.  Air being pumped into air storage tanks by compressor

38.  Before checking free play in manual slack adjusters you should ________

A.  Park on level ground, chock the wheels and release the parking brakes

B.  Park on level ground and put on the parking brakes

C.  Park in a secure spot and remove all wheel chocks

D.  Chock all wheels and apply the parking brakes

A.  Park on level ground, chock the wheels and release the parking brakes

39.  Where is the air tank drain valve located?

A.  In the bottom of the tank

B.  On the side of the tank

C.  At the top of the tank

D.  Inside the cabin

A.  In the bottom of the tank

40.  The foundation brakes are found

A.  At each wheel

B.  On every other axle

C.  On the drive wheels only

D.  On the front wheel only

A.  At each wheel

41.  How often should the air tank be drained?

A.  Once a day

B.  Once a week

C.  Once a month

D.  Before every trip

A.  Once a day

42.  An emergency brake _________

A.  Is required on commercial vehicles

B.  Must be held by mechanical force

C.  Can be activated by the loss of air pressure

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

43.  The governor allows air to resume pumping when it reaches the cut-in level, which is normally around _____

A.  100 psi

B.  200 psi

C.  150 psi

D.  90 psi

A.  100 psi

44.  At a passive crossing the decision to stop or 

proceed _______

A.  Rests entirely in your hands

B.  Is dictated by the traffic control device 

C.  Is controlled by GPS

D.  Is based on your speed

A.  Rests entirely in your hands

45.  Train whistles (horns) _______

A.  Can be heard at least 1000 feet away

B.  Might not be audible until the train is dangerously close

C.  Are normally blown after the train passes through a highway-railroad crossing

D.  Can be heard at least 500 feet away

B.  Might not be audible until the train is dangerously close

46.  ________ signs mark a railroad-highway crossing

A.  Crossbuck

B.  Stop

C.  Yield

D.  Caution

A.  Crossbuck

47.  Which of the following might be used at an active railroad-highway crossing?

A.  Flashing red lights

B.  Bells

C.  Gates

D.  All of the above

E.  None of the above

D.  All of the above

48.  From a stopped position it takes a typical tractor-trailer until at least ______ seconds to clear a single railroad track

A.  14

B.  3

C.  30

D.  26

A.  14

49.  Many highway-railroad crossings have

A.  Flashing red lights

B.  Bells

C.  Both of the above

D.  Neither of the above

C.  Both of the above

50.  Road black-on-yellow warning signs are placed ______

A.  Ahead of a railroad crossing

B.  At a railroad crossing

C.  After a railroad crossing

D.  Before a school zone

A.  Ahead of a railroad crossing

51.  Are recapped or re-grooved tires allowed on buses?

A.  Yes on all wheels except the front

B.  Yes on all wheels except the rear

C.  Yes on all wheels

D.  No

A.  Yes on all wheels except the front

52.  A school bus is "every motor vehicle used for the transportation of children to or from school or school activities" 

A.  True

B.  False

A.  True

53.  Who makes the final decision to determine when weather conditions make the roads unsafe for school buses to travel?

A. The school district administrator

B.  The school teacher

C.  The bus drives

D.  Any of the above

A. The school district administrator

54.  Which poor weather condition can cause the most dangerous driving?

A.  Ice

B.  Rain

C.  Snow

D.  Hail

A.  Ice

55.  Which of the following should be avoided while operating a bus?

A.  Avoid fueling with riders on board

B.  Don't talk to riders while driving

C.  Don't tow or push a disabled bus with riders inside

D.  All of the above

D.  All of the above

 56.  When is the road likely to be more slippery?

A.  After a hard rain

B.  After is has been raining lightly for 30 minutes

C.  When it has just begun to rain

D. After the rain has ended

C.  When it has just begun to rain

57.  If you are convicted of a traffic violation you should notify your employer within 30 days if the following is true

A.  The violation occurred in your personal vehicle

B.  The violation occurred in a commercial vehicle

C.  The violation was for parking in a restricted area

D. Both A & B

D. Both A & B

58.  A commercial motor vehicle is defined as:

A.  A vehicle with a gross weight over 26,001 lbs

B.  A vehicle transporting hazardous materials

C.  A vehicle transporting 16 or more passengers

D.  All of the above

D.  All of the above

59.  When using turn signals, which of the following should be avoided?

A.  Signal just before you start to make a turn

B.  Signal when you want to change lanes

C.  Signal before you exit

D.  Signal when you are merging in traffic

A.  Signal just before you start to make a turn

60.  Suspension systems are intended to

A.  Keep the load in place

B.  Keep the axles in place

C.  Keep the brake drums from falling

D.  Keep the steering wheel tight

B.  Keep the axles in place

61.  Why should the exhaust system be checked?

A.  A leaking exhaust system can allow poisonous fumes into the cab

B.  A leaking exhaust system can promote poor fuel mileage

C.  A leaking exhaust system can be caused by snow and rain

D.  A leaking exhaust system can hamper your visibility

62.  Which of the following is NOT part of the pre-trip inspection

A.  Check engine oil level

B.  Check horn(s)

C.  Check air seat adjustments

D.  Check seat belt fastener

C.  Check air seat adjustments

63.  Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

A.  Downshift before starting down a hill

B.  Downshift before entering a curve

C.  Downshift when you get to the bottom of a hill

D.  Downshift before climbing a hill

C.  Downshift when you get to the bottom of a hill

64.  Tires should be checked for wear often and should be replaced

A.  When the tread separates 

B.  When there are broken valve stems

C.  If the tread depth on your front tires is less than 4/32 deep

D.  All of the above

D.  All of the above

65.  Overloading your trailer can result in the following EXCEPT

A.  It can slow you down on upgrades

B.  It can increase stopping distances

C.  It can help you go through snow better

D.  It can increase speed on downgrades

C.  It can help you go through snow better

66.  The proper way to hold your hands on the steering wheel is

A.  Near the bottom of the wheel

B.  Opposite sides of the wheel

C.  Near the top of the wheel

D.  One hand on the steering wheel and one on the shifter

B.  Opposite sides of the wheel

67.  When backing up your tractor trailer you should try to AVOID

A.  Backing toward the right (passenger) side

B.  Backing toward the left (driver's) side

C.  Pulling ahead to re-position your trailer

D.  Having someone help/guide you

A.  Backing toward the right (passenger) side

68.  Which of the following is NOT true when driving through a curve

A.  You should slow down before the curve

B.  You should brake during the curve

C.  The higher your truck's center of gravity is the easier it is to roll over

D.  You should be in a gear that allows you to accelerate during the curve

B.  You should brake during the curve

69. When accelerating, which of the following is TRUE?

A. Always use the parking brake if you need tallow down

B. You should not engage the clutch before you take your foot off the brake.

C. You should speed up smoothly and gradually and avoid jerking.

D. Accelerate when your wheels spin in snow or rain

C. You should speed up smoothly and gradually and avoid jerking.

70. Which of the following is TRUE about switching gears?

A. Remain in neutral as long as possible

B. Allow the engine tachometer to rev into the highest range possible

C. You should ignore engine sounds

D. Understand the best RPM range for your vehicle

D. Understand the best RPM range for your vehicle

71. An engine retarder is designed to:

A. Slow the vehicle down without using brakes

B. Apply braking power to the steering wheel

C. Work only on manual transmissions

D. Work when you accelerate

A. Slow the vehicle down without using brakes

72. When driving at highway speeds, you should look 12-15 seconds ahead which is:

A. At least 100 yards

B. At least half a mile

C. At least a quarter of a mile

D. At least on tractor trailer length

C. At least a quarter of a mile

73. Which of the following statements about your mirrors is true?

A. You cannot see your tires

B. You should be able to see any cars overtaking you

C. You should be able to see any vehicles behind your trailer

D. You should be aware that some objects may appear smaller in your mirrors

D. You should be aware that some objects may appear smaller in your mirrors

74. The best way to warn the drivers behind you that you are slowing down is to:

A. Blow your horn

B. Turn on your emergency flashers

C. Tap your brakes

D. Flash your bright lights

C. Tap your brakes

75. If you must stop on the shoulder of a road, you should place warning devices at all of the following places except:

A. Within 10 feet of the front & rear corners

B. About 100 feet behind your vehicle

C. About 100 feet in front of your vehicle

D. On the other side of a divided highway

D. On the other side of a divided highway

76. Which of the following statements about stopping distances is NOT TRUE?

A. Empty trucks require greater stopping distances because they have less traction.

B. Trucks traveling on ice or snow require greater stopping distances

C. Brakes, tires, springs and shocks are designed to work best when the truck is empty

D. Trucks traveling at higher speeds require greater stopping distances. 

C. Brakes, tires, springs and shocks are designed to work best when the truck is empty

77. At 55 miles-per-hour it takes about 6 seconds to stop a fully loaded truck and the braking distance is...

A. About the length of a football field or 100 yards

B. About a 1/4 mile

C. About 2 truck lengths

D. About 2 car lengths

A. About the length of a football field or 100 yards

78. Hydroplaning can occur when you drive through water and slush. If you experience hydroplaning you should:

A. Lightly tap your brakes to slow down

B. Release the accelerator & push in the clutch

C. Steer hard to the right

D. Speed up to get through the water quickly

B. Release the accelerator & push in the clutch

79. When driving in highway traffic you should travel:

A. At a speed consistent with the flow of traffic

B. Five mph less the automobiles regardless of posted limits

C. In the left lane when possible to avoid heavy lanes of traffic

D. In the right lane to avoid passing

A. At a speed consistent with the flow of traffic

80. Safe drivers maintain space around their vehicles for the following reasons EXCEPT:

A. In case you must stop suddenly

B. In case there are cars following too closely

C. In case there is an obstacle in the road

D. In case you need to test your brakes

D. In case you need to test your brakes

81. How much space should you maintain in front of you at highway speeds?

A. 7 seconds for a 60 ft vehicle

B. 5 seconds for a 60 ft vehicle

C. 10 seconds for a 60 ft vehicle

D. 3 seconds for a 60 ft vehicle

A. 7 seconds for a 60 ft vehicle

82. If you find that you are being tailgated, you should:

A. Quickly change lanes to avoid an accident

B. Flash your brake lights to warn the tailgater

C. Decrease the distance between you and the tailgater

D. Increase the distance between you and the tailgater

D. Increase the distance between you and the tailgater

83. Which of the following statements about overhead space is true?

A. The heights posted at bridges are usually accurate

B. The weight of the cargo changes a trucks height

C. Warning lights are always installed on low bridges & overpasses

D. An empty van is lower that a loaded one

B. The weight of the cargo changes a trucks height

84. When making a right hand turn you should always:

A. Steer into the left lane first so you can make the corner

B. Rush through the intersection so you can get out of the way of traffic

C. Back up to make the driver behind you move back

D. Keep the rear of your vehicle close to the curb

D. Keep the rear of your vehicle close to the curb

85. When making a left hand turn you should always:

A. Wait until you reach the center if the intersection before you turn.

B. Start in the left hand lane if there are 2 turning lanes

C. Pull into the intersection in case the light turns before you are through

D. Wait for a small gap in traffic and accelerate

A. Wait until you reach the center if the intersection before you turn.

86. Driving at night is more dangerous because of the following EXCEPT:

A. Most people are less alert at night due to fatigue

B. Headlights often cause glare which can blind drivers

C. Traffic lights are less visible than in the day

D. There are more drunk drivers at night

C. Traffic lights are less visible than in the day

87. The following statements about an engine overheating are TRUE EXCEPT:

A. Antifreeze is only used in colder temperatures

B. You should remove the radiator cap to allow heat to escape the radiator

C. It is not possible to safely drive without radiator fluid

D. Never leave the engine running if it is overheating

A. Antifreeze is only used in colder temperatures

88. When going down a hill you should always:

A. Use higher gears when you have a heavy load

B. Allow the brakes to heat up for better stopping power

C. Be in the right gear before starting down the hill

D. Put heavy pressure on the brakes to allow the drums to cool

C. Be in the right gear before starting down the hill

89. The best time to test your parking brake is:

A. When the vehicle is parked

B. When the vehicle is going down a hill

C. When the vehicle is moving slowly

D. When the vehicle is traveling on the highway

A. When the vehicle is parked

90. The following are all possible signs of a tire blowout EXCEPT:

A. A loud bang

B. Vibration of the vehicle

C. The smell of smoke

D. A thumping sound

C. The smell of smoke

91. In the event of a tire failure you should:

A. Stay off the brake & hold the steering wheel firmly

B. Pump the brakes until you come to a stop

C. Accelerate quickly until you find a place to pull over

D. Disengage the clutch so you are in a neutral gear

A. Stay off the brake & hold the steering wheel firmly

92. Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail.  What should you do?

A. Pump the brake pedal

B. Downshift

C. Put the gears in neutral

D. Look for an escape route

D. Look for an escape route

93. To correct a drive wheel acceleration skid you should:

A. Stop accelerating and push in the clutch

B. Downshift

C. Pump the brake

D. Accelerate quickly

A. Stop accelerating and push in the clutch

94. What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving?

A, Open the door & jump out of the vehicle

B. Pull off the road & park in an open area

C. Find a service station to pull into

D. Open the hood & let the flames die down

B. Pull off the road & park in an open area

95. To correct a drive wheel braking skid you should:

A. Pump the brake

B. Steer in the opposite direction

C. Release the brake & steer/counter-steer

D. Accelerate quickly

C. Release the brake & steer/counter-steer

96. A front wheel skid is usually caused by:

A. Driving too fast for conditions

B. Lack of tread on the front tires

C. Cargo improperly loaded

D. All the above

D. All the above

97. In the event of an accident you should remember to do the following EXCEPT:

A. Move the victims out of the way

B. Protect the area

C. Notify authorities

D. Stop any bleeding & keep the victims warm

A. Move the victims out of the way

98. Which of the following are causes of vehicle fires?

A. Spilled fuel

B. Short circuits

C. Driver smoking

D. All the above

D. All the above

99. What is the best thing to do if you are tired?

A. Drink plenty of coffee to stay awake

B. Take pills to keep you alert

C. Plan your trips for the middle of the night to avoid traffic

D. Get enough sleep

D. Get enough sleep

100. Water can be used to extinguish which of the following fires:

A. Tires

B. Electrical fire

C. Gasoline fire

D. Chemical fire

A. Tires

101. The best way to put out a fire is to:

A. Get as close as possible & spray the flames

B. Stand downwind & spray the flames

C. Stand upwind & spray the base of the fire

D. Stop spraying as soon as the flames disappear

C. Stand upwind & spray the base of the fire

102. Which of the following statements about alcohol is TRUE:

A. If you eat before you drink, you won't get as drunk

B. Drinking coffee will help you stay sober

C. Fresh air will help you sober up

D. A few beers are the same as a few shots of whiskey or glasses of wine

D. A few beers are the same as a few shots of whiskey or glasses of wine

103. If you do not have a HAZMAT endorsement on your CDL, under what conditions may you leaglly haul hazardous materials?

A. If your dispatcher feels it is an emergency situation

B. If the load does not require placards

C. When you will remain within your state

D. When a DOT official approves the laod

B. If the load does not require placards

104. If you are asked to haul a placarded load & you do not have HAZMAT endorsements you should:

A. Obtain written approval from your dispatcher

B. Obtain written approval from the DOT official

C. Refuse to take the load

D. Take the placards off the vehicle

C. Refuse to take the load

105. You should check your cargo how often?

A. Within 25 miles after beginning the trip

B. After you have driven for 3 hours

C. After you take a break

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

106. When roads are slippery, you should:

A. Stop & test the traction while going up hills

B. Drive along side other drivers

C. Decrease the distance that you look ahead

D. Make turns as gentle as possible

D. Make turns as gentle as possible

107. While driving, you see a small (1 ft square) cardboard box ahead in your lane. You should:

A. Steer around it when it is safe to do so

B. Hit it with your vehicle to knock it off the road

C. Brake hard to avoid hitting it

D. Stop & direct traffic around it

A. Steer around it when it is safe to do so

108. Which of these pieces of emergency equipment should be carried at all times in your vehicle?

A. Fire extinguisher

B. Warning devices for parked vehicles

C. Spare electrical fuses

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

109. What is counter steering?

A. Using the steering axle brakes to prevent over-steering

B. Steering in the opposite direction from what other drivers expect you to do

C. Turning the wheel in the opposite direction after steering to avoid a traffic emergency

D. Turning the steering wheel counter clockwise

C. Turning the wheel in the opposite direction after steering to avoid a traffic emergency

110. You are driving a new truck with a manual transmission. What gear will you probably have to use to take a long downhill grade?

A. A lower gear that you would use to climb the hill

B. The same gear you would use to climb the hill

C. A higher gear than you would use to climb a hill

D. None: newer trucks can coast down hills

A. A lower gear that you would use to climb the hill

111. High beams should be:

A. Dimmed when you are within 100 ft of another vehicle

B. Used whenever it is safe and legal to do so

C. Turned on when an oncoming driver does not dim his or her lights

D. All of the above

B. Used whenever it is safe and legal to do so

112. An en-route inspection should include checking:

A. Cargo doors and/or cargo endorsements

B. Tire temperature

C. Brake temperature

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

113. Where or when should you test the stopping action of your service brakes?

A. At a special brake testing center only

B. When the vehicle is traveling downhill without a load

C. When the vehicle is moving about 5 mph

D. In a parking lot when the vehicle is not moving

C. When the vehicle is moving about 5 mph

114. Stab braking:

A. Should never be used

B. Involves locking the wheels

C. Involves steady pressure on the brake pedal

D. Should only be used on slick roads

B. Involves locking the wheels

115. Which of these statements about using turn signals is TRUE?

A. When turning, you should signal early

B. You do not need to use your signal when changing lanes on a 4 lane highway

C. You should use your turn signal to mark your vehicle when it is pulled off the side of the road

D. When turning, you should cancel the signal just before you make the turn

A. When turning, you should signal early

116. Retarders:

A. Allow you to disconnect the steering axle brakes

B. Cannot be used on interstate highways

C. Work better at very low rpm's

D. Can cause the vehicle to skid when the road is slippery

D. Can cause the vehicle to skid when the road is slippery

117. Which of these statements about staying alert to drive is TRUE?

A. If you must stop to take a nap, it must be at a truck stop or other public area but never on the side of a road

B. A 1/2 hour break for coffee will do more to keep you alert than a 1/2 hour nap

C. The only thing that can cure fatigue is sleep

D. There are drugs thatc an overcome being tired

C. The only thing that can cure fatigue is sleep

118. You are driving on a 2 lane road. An oncoming driver drifts into your lane & is heading straight for you. Which is the best action to take?

A. Steer to the right

B. Steer onto the left shoulder

C. Hard braking

D. Steer into the oncoming lane

A. Steer to the right

119. You should avoid driving through deep puddles or flowing water.  But if you must, which steps can help keep your brakes working?

A. Apply hard pressure to brake pedal & accelerator after coming out of water

B. Gently pressing brake pedal while driving through water

C. Turning on your brake heaters

D. Driving through quickly

B. Gently pressing brake pedal while driving through water

120. Which statement about brakes is TRUE?

A. Brake drums cool very quickly when the vehicle is moving very fast

B. Brakes have more stopping power when they get very hot

C. The heavier a vehicle or the faster it is moving, the more heat the brakes have to absorb to stop it

D. All of the above are true

C. The heavier a vehicle or the faster it is moving, the more heat the brakes have to absorb to stop it

121. What should you do when your vehicle hydroplanes?

A. Release the accelerator

B. Start stab braking

C. Counter steer hard

D. Accelerate slightly

A. Release the accelerator

122. Your vehicle is in a traffic emergency & may collide with another vehicle if you do not take action. Which of these is a good rule to remember at such a time?

A. Stopping is always the safest action is a traffic emergency

B. Open the door & jump out if you have time

C. Heavy vehicles can almost always turn more quickly than they can stop

D. Leaving the road is always more risky than hitting another vehicle

C. Heavy vehicles can almost always turn more quickly than they can stop

123. Which of these is a sign of tire failure?

A. Steering that feels heavy

B. Vibration

C. A loud bang

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

124. Which of these can help you while driving?

A. Taking short breaks before you are drowsy

B. Keeping the cab warm

C. Taking a cold pill

D. Scheduling trips during hours that you are normally asleep

A. Taking short breaks before you are drowsy

125. Which of these is not part of the engine compartment done for a pre trip inspection?

A. Worn wiring insulation

B. Engine oil level

C. Condition of belts and hoses

D. Valve clearance

D. Valve clearance

126. According to the driver's manual, why should you limit the use of your horn?

A. It wears down the battery

B. It can startle other drivers

C. The horn is not a good way to let others know you're there

D. You should keep both hands tightly gripped on the steering wheel

B. It can startle other drivers

127. Which of the following statements is TRUE about cargo loading?

A. State laws dictate legal weight limits

B. Slight over loading if a vehicle can make it's brakes work better

C. If the shipper loads cargo, the driver is not responsible for overloading

D. The legal maximum weight allowed by a state can be considered safe for all driving conditions

A. State laws dictate legal weight limits

128. Which of these statements about marking a stopped vehicle is TRUE?

A. The vehicles tail lights should be kept on to warn other drivers

B. If a hill or curve keeps drivers behind you from seeing the vehicle within 500 ft, the rear reflective triangle should be moved back down the road to give adequate warning

C. You do not need to put out reflective triangles unless the vehicle will be stopped for 30 minutes or more

D. All of the above is true

B. If a hill or curve keeps drivers behind you from seeing the vehicle within 500 ft, the rear reflective triangle should be moved back down the road to give adequate warning

129. You are driving a 40 ft vehicle at 45 mph. Driving conditions are ideal (dry pavement, good visibility). What is the least amount of space that you should keep in front of your vehicle to be safe?

A. 2 seconds

B. 3 seconds

C. 4 seconds

D. 5 seconds

D. 5 seconds

130. The amount of liquid to load in a vehicle depends on:

A. Weight of the liquid

B. Legal weight limits

C. Amount the liquid will expand in transit

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

131. You are starting your vehicle in motion from a stop. As you apply power to the drive wheels they start to spin. You should:

A. Take your foot off the accelerator & apply the brakes

B. Press harder on the accelerator

C. Take your foot off the accelerator

D. Try a lower gear

C. Take your foot off the accelerator

132. You should use your mirrors to check:

A. Traffic gaps before you merge

B. The condition of the tires and cargo

C. Where the rear of the vehicle is while you make turns

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

133. The proper way to hold the steering wheel is at clock positions ____ and _____.

A. 6 and 12

B. 3 and 9

C. 4:30 and 7:30

D. 1:30 and 10:30

B. 3 and 9

134. Your brakes can get wet when driving through heavy rain.  What can this cause when the brakes are applied?

A. Lack of braking power

B. Trailer jackknife

C. Wheel lock up

D. All of the above

B. Trailer jackknife

135. How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?

A. Measure the free play in the pedal with a ruler

B. With the vehicle stopped, pump the pedal 3 times, apply firm pressure for 5 seconds, then hold & see if the pedal moves 

C. Step on the brake pedal & the accelerator at the same time and see if the vehicle moves

D. Move the vehicle slowly and see if it stops when the brake pedal is applied

B. With the vehicle stopped, pump the pedal 3 times, apply firm pressure for 5 seconds, then hold & see if the pedal moves 

136. Which of these is a good rule to follow when driving at night?

A. Keep your instrument lights bright

B. Look directly at oncoming headlights only briefly

C. Keep your speed slow enough that you can stop within the range of your headlights

D. Wear sun glasses

C. Keep your speed slow enough that you can stop within the range of your headlights

137. A vehicle is loaded with very little weight on the drive axle. What may result?

A. Damage to the drive axle tires

B. A need to disconnect the steering axles brakes

C. Better handling

D. Poor traction

D. Poor traction

138. The key principle is balancing cargo weight is to keep the load:

A. On the side away from most traffic

B. Balanced in the cargo area

C. To the front

D. To the rear

B. Balanced in the cargo area

139. Which of these statements about using mirrors is TRUE?

A. There are blind spots that your mirrors cannot show you

B. You should check your mirrors twice for a lane change

C. You should look at a mirror for several seconds

D. Convex mirrors make things look closer than they really are

A. There are blind spots that your mirrors cannot show you

140. Which of these statements about cold weather driving is TRUE?

A. In snow storms, wiper blades should be adjusted so that they do not make direct contact with the windshield

B. Exhaust system leaks are less dangerous in cold weather

C. There is no need to worry about engine overheating when weather is very cold

D. Windshield washer antifreeze should be added to the washer reservoir

D. Windshield washer antifreeze should be added to the washer reservoir

141. The most important reason for being alert to hazards is so:

A. You will have time to plan the escape is the hazard becomes an emergency

B. Accident reports will be accurate

C. Law enforcement personnel can be called

D. You can help impaired drivers

A. You will have time to plan the escape is the hazard becomes an emergency

142. Which of these is a good rule to follow when using a fire extinguisher?

A. Stay down wind of the fire

B. Keep it as close to fire as possible

C. Aim at the base of the fire

D. All of the above

C. Aim at the base of the fire

143. Is it legal to drive with 1/4 of a vehicles leaf springs broken or missing?

A. It doesn't make any difference as long as you drive slow

B. Yes

C. No

D. None of the above

C. No

144. You have left the road in an emergency condition. It is impossible to come to a stop, prior to returning to the road; which of the following is the best action to take?

A. Stop & turn your vehicle around before returning to the road

B. Make sure the road is clear, & continue to return to the road

C. Reduce your speed to 20 mph or less before returning to the road

D. All of the above is true

C. Reduce your speed to 20 mph or less before returning to the road

145. Which of these statements is TRUE about down shifting?

A. When you down shift a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve

B. When double clutching, you should let the rpm's decrease while the clutch is released & the shift lever is in neutral

C. When you down shift for a hill, you should do so after you start down the hill

D. All of the above

A. When you down shift a curve, you should do so before you enter the curve

146. Which of these statements is TRUE about drugs?

A. A driver can use any prescription drug while driving

B. Amphetamines (pep pills or bennies) can be used to help drivers stay alert

C. Use of drugs can lead to accidents and/or arrest

D. All of the above

C. Use of drugs can lead to accidents and/or arrest

147. To avoid a crash, you had to drive onto the right shoulder. You are now driving 40 mph on the shoulder. How should you move back onto the pavement?

A. Keep moving at the same speed & gently move back onto the pavement

B. Steer sharply onto the pavement & counter steer when both back wheels are on the pavement

C. Brake hard to slow the vehicle,then steer sharply onto the pavement

D. Come to a complete stop, if possible, before steering back onto the pavement

D. Come to a complete stop, if possible, before steering back onto the pavement

148. Which of these statements about managing space is TRUE?

A. Smaller vehicles require more space to stop than larger ones

B. When the road is slippery, you should keep much more space in front if your vehicle

C. Many accidents are caused by drivers keeping too much space in front of their vehicles

D. All of the above

B. When the road is slippery, you should keep much more space in front if your vehicle

149. Which is the most important things to remember about emergency braking?

A. If the wheels are skidding you cannot control the vehicle

B. Disconnecting steering axle brakes will help keep your vehicle in a straight line during emergency braking

C. Never do it without down shifting first

D. It wear brake linnings

A. If the wheels are skidding you cannot control the vehicle

150. If your are disqualified or placed out of service as a driver, who do you need to notify & when in accordance with state law?

A. Notify your employer within one business day of receiving the notice

B. Notify your employer within 30 days

C. Notify the Texas Department of Public Safety within 1 business day of receiving the notice

D. Notify your employer when you're qualify to drive

A. Notify your employer within one business day of receiving the notice

151. How many serious traffic violations in a 3-year period would result in a 60-day suspension from driving a CMV?

A. 2 serious traffic violations within 3 years

B. 3 serious traffic violations within 3 years

C. Any serious traffic violation will cause a 60-day suspension

D. 5 serious traffic violations within 3 years

A. 2 serious traffic violations within 3 years

152. What results if you leave the scene of a collision involving your school bus?

A. You will be disqualified from driving CMV for 1 year if this event is your first offense

B. You will be disqualified from driving CMV for life year if this event is your second or later offense

C. All of the above

C. All of the above

153. On your annual driver license record evaluation, how many penalty points will make you ineligible as a school bus driver anywhere in Texas?

A.3

B.5

C. 10

D.11

C. 10

154. A school bus may only be operated at 55 mph on an interstate highway.

TRUE    or     FALSE

FALSE

155. You can use tobacco products on the bus when students are not present.

TRUE     or      FALSE

FALSE

156. Which of the following vehicle types may be used on a route transporting students to and from school?

A. School bus

B. School activity bus

C. Multi-function school activity bus

D. All of the above

A. School bus

157.  Depth perception enables you to:

A. Know the size of an object

B. Evaluate the height of an object

C. Judge distances of objects

D. Judge the depth of water on the road

C. Judge distances of objects

158. How many mirrors does a typical school bus have?

A. 5

B. 7

C. 15

D. Depends on the bus

B. 7

159. Bus mirrors should be adjusted:

A. For each driver before each trip

B. For each bus at the beginning of the work day

C. As part of the post trip vehicle inspection

D. Permanently

A. For each driver before each trip

160. Diesel engines should be idled for at least 3 minutes before shutting down.

TRUE     or    FALSE

TRUE 

161. During a pre-trip inspection you should:

A. Examine the engine for loose wires or excess oil

B. Check the battery and battery cables for cleanliness and security

C. Check gauges after starting

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

162. During a post trip inspection you should:

A. Adjust the mirrors for the next driver

B. Check the exterior of the bus, including the condition if tires, mirrors, lights & exhaust system

C. Check the oil level

D. From inside the bus, check operating conditions of switches & dash-mounted indicators

B. Check the exterior of the bus, including the condition if tires, mirrors, lights & exhaust system

163. Which of the following driver-related factors can contribute to collisions?

A. Stress

B. Fatigue

C. Distracted driving

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

164. What does I-P-D-E formula stand for?

A. Isolate, Protect, Defend, Explain

B.  Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute

C.  Increase speed, Pass Vehicle, Decrease Speed, Enter your lane

D.  Identify, Pick up, Deliver, Exit

B.  Identify, Predict, Decide, Execute

165.  What types of distances make up total stopping distance

A.  Perception + reaction + braking

B.  Identify + predict + react

C.  Reaction + stopping

D.  All of the above

A.  Perception + reaction + braking 

166.  How large is the Circle of Safety?

A.  100 feet wide

B.  Three blocks wide

C.  1 mile wide

D.  Depends upon various factors, such as speed

D.  Depends upon various factors, such as speed

167.  A responsible driver

A.  Reaches the destination safely in spite of various conditions

B.  Agrees to pay any and all damages caused by school bus collisions

C.  Blames other drivers problems

D.  Responds to hazards after they happen

A.  Reaches the destination safely in spite of various conditions

168.  Responsible driving depends upon

A.  Driving slowly

B.  Identifying hazardous situations in time to prevent collision

C.  Avoiding dangerous or hazardous driving conditions

D.  Driving at certain times of the day

B.  Identifying hazardous situations in time to prevent collision

169.  The most important thing to do on a downgrade is to

A.  Use headlights

B.  Maintain a tight grip on the steering wheel with both hands

C.  Use the emergency brake from the very start of the downgrade

D.  Control the bus speed through proper use of the transmission and brake

D.  Control the bus speed through proper use of the transmission and brake

170.  When approaching an intersection you should yield to the vehicle on the right if no traffic control signal or sign is present

A.  True

B.  False

A.  True

171.  If confronted with an oncoming driver who has drifted into your lane, it is usually safer to steer to the

A.  Right of that vehicle

B.  Lift of that vehicle

A.  Right of that vehicle

172.  To avoid a large object in the roadway

A.  Always use your brakes

B.  Straddle the object with the front and back wheels

C.  Steer around the object, into the other lane or shoulder

D.  Slide into a controlled skid

C.  Steer around the object, into the other lane or shoulder

173.  If student behavior is out of control, then the safety of everyone on the bus is jeopardized

A.  True

B.  False

A.  True

174.  Which of the following is NOT one of the five reasonable rules you must enforce for student safety

A.  Stay seated while the bus is in motion

B.  Be quiet at all times

C.  Keep your body and other objects inside the bus

D.   Keep the aisle clear

B.  Be quiet at all times

175.  Techniques to encourage positive student behavior include all of the following EXCEPT

A.  Clearly communication rules and standards

B.  Consistency in enforcement

C.  Calling students by name

D.  Carrying a grudge

D.  Carrying a grudge

176.  Which action should a driver AVOID when addressing a student behavioral problem

A.  Non-verbal communication

B.  Verbal directives

C.  Calling the student by name

D.  Putting the student off the bus at a different stop

D.  Putting the student off the bus at a different stop

177.  If a student complains to you about sexual harassment, you should take it seriously, listen sympathetically and report it to a school district official according to school district policy. Take no sides and make no promises

A.  True

B.  False

A.  True

178.  Gangs are basically harmless groups of kids acting tough

A.  True

B.  False

B.  False

179.  Graffiti is just a harmless form of artistic expression, even though it is a nuisance

A.  True

B.  False

B.  False

180.  Loading and unloading are the _______ of a school bus ride

A.  Safest times

B.  Most dangerous times

C.  Easiest parts

D.  Longest parts

B.  Most dangerous times

181.  The four danger zones are located

A.  In front of the bus

B.  To each side of the bus

C.  Behind the bus

D.  All of the above

D.  All of the above

182.  The four danger zones extent 10 feet from the front bumper of the school bus, 10 feet from the left and right sides and about 10 feet behind the rear bumper

A.  True

B.  False

A.  True

183.  Which of the following does NOT affect the safety of a school bus stop?

A.  Visibility

B.  Traffic

C.  Road surface

D.  Surroundings

C.  Road surface

184.  Turn on flashing amber lights at least

A.  100 feet

B.  200 feet

C.  300 feet

D.  Before stopping completely

C.  300 feet

185.  You should always disengage the transmission (park or neutral) and set the parking brake at each bus stop

A.  True

B.  False

A.  True

186.  An operator on a highway having separate roadways is not required to stop for a school bus that is stopped on a different roadway

A.  A left-turn lane

B.. Roadways separated by an intervening space where the operation of vehicles is not permitted

C.  A physical barrier

D.  A clearly indicated dividing section constructed to impede vehicular traffic

A.  A left-turn lane

187.  To prepare to leave after loading or unloading

A.  Release the parking brake

B.  Turn off flashing lights

C.  Give a left-turn signal

D.  All of the above

D.  All of the above

188.  How close should the school bus be to a railroad track when stopping before crossing?

A.  Far enough away to clear the track

B.  No closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet

C.  Between 10 feet and 20 feet

D.  No closer than 20 feet and no farther than 30 feet

B.  No closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet

189.  School buses are required to stop before crossing a track at a railroad grade crossing only if students are on board the school bus

A.  True

B.  False

B.  False

190.  How long does it take a loaded train of 150 freight cars going 50 mph to stop?

A.  50 feet

B.  500 feet

C.  Less than a mile

D. 1.5 miles

D. 1.5 miles

191.  Two types of warning devices for a railroad track are

A.  Crossbuck and X sign

B.  Crossbuck and lights

C.  Lights and siren

D.  Siren and train whistle

B.  Crossbuck and lights

192.  Safe steps to cross a railroad track are

A.  Approach and stop, look and listen, and cross carefully

B.  Warning lights and train whistle

C.  Watch gates and then cross

D.  Look for warning devices

A.  Approach and stop, look and listen, and cross carefully

193.  Trains often appear to be moving more slowly than they are

A.  True

B.  False

A.  True

194.  In the event of an emergency, what is the driver's primary consideration

A.  Getting the bus off the road

B.  Notifying the school bus radio dispatcher

C.  Ensuring the safety of the passengers

D.  Completing insurance paperwork

C.  Ensuring the safety of the passengers

195.  Which of the following is NOT a good reason for making an emergency evacuation?

A.  Fire on the bus

B.  Stalled on railroad tracks

C.  Stuck in traffic

D.  Bus is not visible while stopped on the road

C.  Stuck in traffic

196.  Why should you move students away from the bus 100 feet in the direction of oncoming traffic?

A.  To give students a better view of the road

B.  To give motorists a better view of the students

C.  To protect the students from flying debris if another vehicle hits the school bus

D.  To protect the students from gasoline fumes

C.  To protect the students from flying debris if another vehicle hits the school bus

197.  In performing a front door evacuation, start with passengers in the

A.  Left front seat

B.  Right front seat

C.  Left back seat

D.  Right back seat

B.  Right front seat

198.  Provide information about the collision to

A.  Police, ambulance, firefighters and school district officials

B.  Other drivers involved

C.  Local news media

D.  None of the above

A.  Police, ambulance, firefighters and school district officials