Taxi Authority Practice Test 2026 – 300
Actual Exam Questions & 100% Correct
Answers
Pass your Taxi Authority Licensing Exam on the first attempt with this definitive 300-
question study bank. Fully updated for the 2026 regulatory standards, this guide
covers everything from local ordinances and passenger safety to advanced
navigation and digital compliance.
What’s Inside:
300 High-Yield MCQs with correct answers in bold.
Detailed Rationales in italics for every question to ensure you understand the "why"
behind the rules.
2026 Updates: Deep dive into Digital Waybills, EV Surcharges, and
modern ADA/Service Animal protocols.
Core Competencies:
Regulations: Overcharging, refuse-of-service, and meter calibration.
Safety: Emergency silent alarms, vehicle inspections, and road safety.
Professionalism: Lost property procedures, passenger "Bill of Rights," and
de-escalation tactics.
Navigation: Shortest practical route logic and "Zone Map" mastery.
Perfect For:
New taxi driver applicants, veteran drivers up for permit renewal, and those seeking a
100% pass-rate resource for the Nevada Taxicab Authority or other major municipal
transport exams.
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A passenger enters a taxi at JFK Airport. When should the meter be turned on?
A. After leaving the airport
B. Immediately when the passenger enters the taxi
C. After exiting the city
D. At the end of the trip
Answer: B
Rationale: Meter must start as soon as the passenger enters the vehicle.
Question 2
If a passenger refuses to wear a seatbelt, a driver should:
A. Ignore it and drive
B. Inform the passenger seatbelts are required and refuse service if they still refuse
C. Let them sit in front seat
D. Finish the trip quietly
Answer: B
Rationale: Safety laws require seatbelts; drivers must enforce them.
Question 3
What must a taxi driver display at all times in the vehicle?
A. City mayor photo
B. TLC Driver License / Permit
C. Business card
D. Food menu
Answer: B
Rationale: Licenses/permits must be visible to passengers.
Question 4
A passenger requests the fastest route, but traffic is heavy on that route. The driver should:
A. Take the traffic route
B. Explain and take a faster alternate route
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C. Ignore the request
D. Quit the trip
Answer: B
Rationale: Driver must respect passenger requests while prioritizing safety and efficiency.
Question 5
How should a driver respond to an aggressive passenger?
A. Argue
B. Force them to leave
C. Call 911 and end the trip safely
D. Ignore them
Answer: C
Rationale: Safety is priority; police involvement is appropriate.
Question 6
At a Taxi Stand, taxis pick up passengers in:
A. Random order
B. Back to front
C. Front to back
D. Alphabetical
Answer: C
Rationale: First taxi in line picks up the first passenger.
Question 7
If a driver witnesses a road accident, they should:
A. Keep driving
B. Stop and render aid if safe
C. Take pictures and leave
D. Complain later
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Answer: B
Rationale: Legal and ethical responsibility to assist.
Question 8
When is it legal to turn off a taximeter?
A. Anytime
B. Only when no passenger is in the vehicle or the trip is complete
C. Only in a tunnel
D. At red lights
Answer: B
Rationale: Meter must run during all paid trips.
Question 9
Which documents must a taxi driver renew periodically?
A. Vehicle registration only
B. Driver’s permit only
C. Driver’s license and TLC permit
D. Radio subscriptions
Answer: C
Rationale: Both must be current for legal operation.
Question 10
A passenger requests a route that violates traffic laws. The driver should:
A. Follow passenger directions
B. Choose a legal route and explain
C. Drop them immediately
D. Call a friend
Answer: B
Rationale: Safety and compliance override passenger preference.