400+ California School Bus
Driver Practice Test Q&A [CDL
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California CDL SCHOOL BUS Test Answers – Model
Paper 1
Q. In addition to checking for spare electrical fuses, three red reflective triangles, and a properly
charged and rated fire extinguisher, school bus drivers must also inspect the following emergency
equipment
Ans: Three red burning flares, a nine-item first-aid kit.
Q. A school bus driver must also check the alternately flashing amber lights indicator, if equipped, the
alternately flashing red lights indicator, and the strobe light indicator if equipped.
Ans: True
Q. School bus drivers must also check the following external lights and reflectors:
Ans:
– Strobe light, if equipped, stop arm light, if equipped.
– Alternately flashing amber lights, if equipped.
– Alternately flashing red lights.
Q. If equipped, check the stop arm to see that it is mounted securely to the left front window of the
school bus.
Ans: False
, Q. Check that the entry door is not damaged and:
Ans: Operates smoothly and closes securely from the inside.
Q. Should the handrails and stop light be checked during a pre-trip inspection?
Ans: Yes
Q. If you miss a student’s bus stop, should you back up?
Ans: No
Q. When checking a handicapped lift the things that you should look for are:
Ans: Leaking, damaged, or missing parts and explain how the lift should be checked for correct
operation. The lift must be fully retracted and latched.
Q. When driving a school bus, if your speed is above 20 miles per hour and you have to drive off of
the road to avoid a collision:
Ans: avoid braking
Q. At bus stops where more than one child is unloaded, which procedure is most likely to prevent an
unloading accident?
Ans: Count the students and make sure they are all safely away from the bus before moving it
Q. During the pre-trip inspection, you should check for broken seat frames and check that seat
frames are firmly attached to the floor
Ans: True
Q. Should you check passenger exit mirrors?
Ans: Yes
Q. During the external inspection of a Coach or Transit Bus a check should be made to see that:
Ans: The vehicle is sitting level (front and rear) and if air-equipped, check for audible air leaks from
the suspension system.
Q. A compartment check includes:
Ans: Checking that baggage and all other exterior compartment doors are not damaged, operate
properly, and latch securely
Driver Practice Test Q&A [CDL
Edition]
Solved 400+ Questions and Answers
Exclusive 2025 Practice Exam Test
A Total of 8 Models Exam Sheets
Every Sample Paper Consists of 50+ Q&As
Easy To Read & Learn CDL Edition
California CDL SCHOOL BUS Test Answers – Model
Paper 1
Q. In addition to checking for spare electrical fuses, three red reflective triangles, and a properly
charged and rated fire extinguisher, school bus drivers must also inspect the following emergency
equipment
Ans: Three red burning flares, a nine-item first-aid kit.
Q. A school bus driver must also check the alternately flashing amber lights indicator, if equipped, the
alternately flashing red lights indicator, and the strobe light indicator if equipped.
Ans: True
Q. School bus drivers must also check the following external lights and reflectors:
Ans:
– Strobe light, if equipped, stop arm light, if equipped.
– Alternately flashing amber lights, if equipped.
– Alternately flashing red lights.
Q. If equipped, check the stop arm to see that it is mounted securely to the left front window of the
school bus.
Ans: False
, Q. Check that the entry door is not damaged and:
Ans: Operates smoothly and closes securely from the inside.
Q. Should the handrails and stop light be checked during a pre-trip inspection?
Ans: Yes
Q. If you miss a student’s bus stop, should you back up?
Ans: No
Q. When checking a handicapped lift the things that you should look for are:
Ans: Leaking, damaged, or missing parts and explain how the lift should be checked for correct
operation. The lift must be fully retracted and latched.
Q. When driving a school bus, if your speed is above 20 miles per hour and you have to drive off of
the road to avoid a collision:
Ans: avoid braking
Q. At bus stops where more than one child is unloaded, which procedure is most likely to prevent an
unloading accident?
Ans: Count the students and make sure they are all safely away from the bus before moving it
Q. During the pre-trip inspection, you should check for broken seat frames and check that seat
frames are firmly attached to the floor
Ans: True
Q. Should you check passenger exit mirrors?
Ans: Yes
Q. During the external inspection of a Coach or Transit Bus a check should be made to see that:
Ans: The vehicle is sitting level (front and rear) and if air-equipped, check for audible air leaks from
the suspension system.
Q. A compartment check includes:
Ans: Checking that baggage and all other exterior compartment doors are not damaged, operate
properly, and latch securely
