c.
Whenever the driver finds it necessary while driving
d.
None of the above
In general, the best braking technique to use in maintaining a safe speed when driving on a downgrade is:
a.
Using only downshifting
b.
Using only the parking brakes
c.
Use the snub braking method (5 mph below safe speed)
d.
Fanning or pumping the brakes
Which of these is the best general rule for night driving?
a.
Increase the normal (daytime) following distance by one second.
b.
Drive slightly slower than the other traffic
c.
Drive slightly faster than the other traffic
d.
Drive close to the shoulder of the road
Off tracking of the rear wheels is affected by:
a.
Greater distance between the front and rear wheels
b.
Sharper turns and curves
c.
Faster speed on turns and curves
d.
All of the above
How are buses to handle most railroad grade crossings?
a.
Come to a complete stop before crossing
b.
Turn the vehicle flashers on before crossing
c.
Tap the electric horn before crossing
d.
Slow down and prepare to stop if a train is approaching
Which of these is a good rule for backing a straight bus?
a.
None of these
b.
Back toward the side opposite the driver
c.
Use voice signals to communicate with a helper
d.
Turn the steering wheel so that the front moves away from the direction in which you want the back of the vehicle to go
Which of these forms of signaling is not recommended?
a.
Using four way flashers to warn of danger ahead
b.
Signaling to others that you will change lanes
c.
All of these answers are proper to use
d.
Signaling to others that it is safe to pass your bus
Following are some situations that require special attention from all drivers. Which one is an even bigger problem for the driver of a vehicle with a low ground clearance?
a.
Off tracking on sloped curves
b.
Humps or dips in the road
c.
Backing on level ground
d.
Driving in slippery conditions
In a pressurized cooling system, coolant level should be checked:
a.
Only by a mechanic
b.
Every 90 days
c.
Only while the engine is hot
d.
None of the above.
You need to evacuate your bus in an emergency, passengers should be directed to a safe place no less than ____ feet from the bus.
