MTA BUS OPERATOR EXAM FOR NEW
YORK CITY SECTION 1 INSPECTION &
REPORTS QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
100% SOLVED
1. Which of the following is true about speed management and braking? -
ANSWERThe stopping distance required for vehicles at 40 mph is four times greater
than that required at 20 mph.
2. Which statement is true for the anti-lock braking system in buses? - ANSWERIt
prevents the brakes from locking up.
3. Heavy vehicles settle for the cheaper recapped or regrooved tires instead of
buying new ones. When is this applicable to buses? - ANSWEROnly on the rear
wheels.
4. During the inspection of buses, it is essential to make sure that
_____________________. - ANSWEREmergency exit handles are secure.
Rider signaling devices are working.
Every handhold and railing is secure.
15. What is the purpose of draining out air tanks? - ANSWERTo drain moisture and
oil out of the tanks.
16. When it started the trip, the odometer of a bus had a reading of 78,012 miles.
How much distance in miles was covered by the whole trip if the odometer reading
now indicates 81,316? - ANSWER81,316 - 78,012 = 3,304
17. It may cause wiggling movement between the frame and fifth wheel assembly
when loosely placed. What is described in the statement above? - ANSWERLocking
pins
18. It is essential to maintain the engine oil at the prescribed level since insufficient
amounts can lead to a severely damaged engine. Which of the following is the best
place to check engine oil level of the bus? - ANSWEROn level ground
19. How often should the operator inspect the bus? - ANSWERAfter every shift
20. The steering system is utilized when directing a vehicle to follow a certain
course. Which of the following belongs to the steering system of a bus? -
ANSWERDrag Link
YORK CITY SECTION 1 INSPECTION &
REPORTS QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
100% SOLVED
1. Which of the following is true about speed management and braking? -
ANSWERThe stopping distance required for vehicles at 40 mph is four times greater
than that required at 20 mph.
2. Which statement is true for the anti-lock braking system in buses? - ANSWERIt
prevents the brakes from locking up.
3. Heavy vehicles settle for the cheaper recapped or regrooved tires instead of
buying new ones. When is this applicable to buses? - ANSWEROnly on the rear
wheels.
4. During the inspection of buses, it is essential to make sure that
_____________________. - ANSWEREmergency exit handles are secure.
Rider signaling devices are working.
Every handhold and railing is secure.
15. What is the purpose of draining out air tanks? - ANSWERTo drain moisture and
oil out of the tanks.
16. When it started the trip, the odometer of a bus had a reading of 78,012 miles.
How much distance in miles was covered by the whole trip if the odometer reading
now indicates 81,316? - ANSWER81,316 - 78,012 = 3,304
17. It may cause wiggling movement between the frame and fifth wheel assembly
when loosely placed. What is described in the statement above? - ANSWERLocking
pins
18. It is essential to maintain the engine oil at the prescribed level since insufficient
amounts can lead to a severely damaged engine. Which of the following is the best
place to check engine oil level of the bus? - ANSWEROn level ground
19. How often should the operator inspect the bus? - ANSWERAfter every shift
20. The steering system is utilized when directing a vehicle to follow a certain
course. Which of the following belongs to the steering system of a bus? -
ANSWERDrag Link
