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CALIFORNIA SCHOOL BUS DRIVER –ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
CALIFORNIA SCHOOL BUS DRIVER –
California School Bus Driver Exam Coverage
Danger Zones: The 12-foot perimeter where the driver cannot see students.
Loading/Unloading: Red/Amber light laws and escorting students (PK-8) across streets.
Railroad Crossings: Mandatory stop 15-50 feet from tracks; open door/window to listen.
Title 13 & Education Code: California-specific speed limits, idling restrictions, and logbook rules.
Emergency Procedures: Operation of exits (doors, windows, roof hatches) and evacuation
criteria.
Vehicle Inspection: Daily check of steering, suspension, air brakes, and safety equipment.
First Aid Exam: Written CHP test covering CPR, bleeding, shock, and seizures.
Student Management: Maintaining order, safe seating, and handling behavioral issues.
Air Brakes: Testing compressors, low-pressure warnings, and emergency pop-outs.
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Medical & Training: Biennial physical (annual if 65+) and 10 hours of annual renewal training.
QUESTION: A Type 2 school bus is designed to carry: - ANSWER-a) Only 16 passengers including
the driver
b) More than 16 passengers and the driver
c) Not more than 16 passengers and the driver ✔
d) Not more than 16 passengers including individuals confined to wheelchairs
QUESTION: Air Leakage with the engine stopped and the air pressure at governor cut out shall
not exceed the following rates: With brakes released (static test)___PSI per minute. With
brakes applied (applied test)___PSI per minute.
Q; The maximum speed limit for a school bus transporting Pupils is: - ANSWER-a) PSI
b) PSI
c) PSI ✔
d) PSI
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AN;
a) 65 MPH
b) 60 MPH
c) 55 MPH ✔
d) 50 MPH
QUESTION: On the first occurrence that a school bus driver fails to maintain their required
training, proof of receiving the training must be submitted to the local CHP office within: -
ANSWER-a) 10 days
b) 20 days
c) 30 days ✔
d) 45 days
QUESTION: A driver shall not drive when his/her ability to operate a vehicle safely is adversely
affected by: - ANSWER-a) Fatigue
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b) Illness
c) Any other cause
d) All of the above ✔
QUESTION: The DMV may refuse to issue or renew, or may suspend or revoke the school bus
certificate for the following reasons except: - ANSWER-a) The term of the medical has expired
✔
b) Habitually uses drugs or alcohol
c) Been involved in 3 accidents in the last 12 months
d) Unsafe operation of a school bus
QUESTION: At a minimum, school buses shall carry one or two fire extinguishers having an
aggregate rating of not less than: - ANSWER-a) 4 BC
b) 6 BC
c) 8 BC ✔
d) 10 BC
CALIFORNIA SCHOOL BUS DRIVER –ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED SOLUTIONS
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
CALIFORNIA SCHOOL BUS DRIVER –
California School Bus Driver Exam Coverage
Danger Zones: The 12-foot perimeter where the driver cannot see students.
Loading/Unloading: Red/Amber light laws and escorting students (PK-8) across streets.
Railroad Crossings: Mandatory stop 15-50 feet from tracks; open door/window to listen.
Title 13 & Education Code: California-specific speed limits, idling restrictions, and logbook rules.
Emergency Procedures: Operation of exits (doors, windows, roof hatches) and evacuation
criteria.
Vehicle Inspection: Daily check of steering, suspension, air brakes, and safety equipment.
First Aid Exam: Written CHP test covering CPR, bleeding, shock, and seizures.
Student Management: Maintaining order, safe seating, and handling behavioral issues.
Air Brakes: Testing compressors, low-pressure warnings, and emergency pop-outs.
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Medical & Training: Biennial physical (annual if 65+) and 10 hours of annual renewal training.
QUESTION: A Type 2 school bus is designed to carry: - ANSWER-a) Only 16 passengers including
the driver
b) More than 16 passengers and the driver
c) Not more than 16 passengers and the driver ✔
d) Not more than 16 passengers including individuals confined to wheelchairs
QUESTION: Air Leakage with the engine stopped and the air pressure at governor cut out shall
not exceed the following rates: With brakes released (static test)___PSI per minute. With
brakes applied (applied test)___PSI per minute.
Q; The maximum speed limit for a school bus transporting Pupils is: - ANSWER-a) PSI
b) PSI
c) PSI ✔
d) PSI
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AN;
a) 65 MPH
b) 60 MPH
c) 55 MPH ✔
d) 50 MPH
QUESTION: On the first occurrence that a school bus driver fails to maintain their required
training, proof of receiving the training must be submitted to the local CHP office within: -
ANSWER-a) 10 days
b) 20 days
c) 30 days ✔
d) 45 days
QUESTION: A driver shall not drive when his/her ability to operate a vehicle safely is adversely
affected by: - ANSWER-a) Fatigue
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b) Illness
c) Any other cause
d) All of the above ✔
QUESTION: The DMV may refuse to issue or renew, or may suspend or revoke the school bus
certificate for the following reasons except: - ANSWER-a) The term of the medical has expired
✔
b) Habitually uses drugs or alcohol
c) Been involved in 3 accidents in the last 12 months
d) Unsafe operation of a school bus
QUESTION: At a minimum, school buses shall carry one or two fire extinguishers having an
aggregate rating of not less than: - ANSWER-a) 4 BC
b) 6 BC
c) 8 BC ✔
d) 10 BC
