1 . Driving too fast:

Is a major cause of fatal crashes.
Can be a good way to get to your destination quickly.
Should only be done if the roadway is dry.
Is acceptable in light traffic.

2 . On a bus, the driver:

Is not required to wear a seat belt, but it is recommended.
Must wear a seat belt.
Should not wear a seat belt.
Must wear a seat belt, but only if licensed for less than a year.

3 . In an engine compartment, loose belts will:

Not turn the water pump and/or fan properly, causing the engine to overheat.
Make the engine run more efficiently.
Make the fan run too much, causing the engine to run too coolly.
Last longer than tight belts.

4 . Hydroplaning usually occurs:

When tires are properly inflated.
At speeds under 15 mph.
In areas where water collects on the road.
During the evening.

5 . When driving with covered cargo, a cover that flaps:

Is acceptable.
Allows air to keep the cargo cool.
Can tear loose.
Can attract birds.

6 . Improperly loaded cargo can:

Look bad to others on the road.
Injure the driver during a quick stop.
Make it easier to stop.
Aid in safety.

7 . What is a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating?

The maximum weight stated by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a single vehicle
The maximum weight that can be pulled by a single vehicle
The minimum weight that can be hauled by a single vehicle
The maximum amount that can be loaded onto a single trailer

8 . What is a tire load?

The minimum safe weight a tire can carry
The maximum safe weight a tire can carry
The weight of a tire
The weight of the air within a fully inflated tire

9 . Which of the following is not a sign of a person being drowsy?

Frequent blinking
Drifting from your lane
Feeling hungry
Yawning

10 . When planning to drive a bus that has been parked for a few days:

The driver should assume the interior is in good working order.
The driver should call the local police department.
The driver should do a walkthrough inspection to ensure no damage has occurred since the last trip.
The driver should ask the passengers to check the interior of the bus.

11 . If you’re unfamiliar with the area in which you must back up, you should:

Get out of your vehicle and walk around the area to become more familiar with it.
Not use both mirrors, as that can cause too much distraction.
Wait for someone else to back up in the area so you see how they do it.
Turn on your high beam headlights.
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12 . Mirror adjustment can only be checked properly if:

The trailer is straight.
There is no trailer attached to the tractor.
The vehicle is on a slight incline.
The vehicle is on a slight decline.

13 . In general, refueling a bus should be done:

With passengers on board.
With passengers on board, but only if it is unavoidable.
With passengers on board if they say it is okay.
By a passenger.

14 . Which of the following surfaces provides the least amount of traction?

Ice that is dry
Ice that is wet
Wet pavement
Dry pavement

15 . When loading a trailer, weight should be:

Placed as high as possible.
Placed as low as possible.
Placed only on the left side, if possible.
Placed only on the right side, if possible.

16 . The inside rearview mirror of a school bus is used to:

Moniter passengers.
See potential hazards on the road.
See vehicles trying to switch lanes.
See in front of the bus.

17 . Drivers are usually the least alert:

In the morning.
In the early evening.
Late at night.
In the afternoon.

18 . A driver should always:

Stay in the right lane.
Have an emergency plan.
Stay in the left lane.
Drive above the speed limit.

19 . Poor weight balance:

Improves a vehicle's handling.
Makes handling a vehicle more difficult.
Increases a driver’s ability to steer.
Makes a vehicle easier to stop.

20 . If feeling sleepy while driving, you should:

Press on and finish the trip.
Drive faster to arrive to your destination sooner.
Leave the road and take a nap.
Take an energy pill.