A driver should always use turn signals to inform others of their intentions.

A driver does not need to inform others of their intentions.

A driver should only use turn signals if a vehicle is next to them.

A driver should not use a turn signal if their lane change will be obvious.

Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations while driving.

Always comes as a result of physical distraction, not mental distraction.

Can be elevated by pre-programming radio stations.

Can be avoided by eating while driving.

Is a concern, whether passengers are visible or not.

Is not a concern if passengers are not unloading.

Colorado CDL Passenger 2 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

While driving:

A driver does not need to inform others of their intentions.
A driver should only use turn signals if a vehicle is next to them.
A driver should not use a turn signal if their lane change will be obvious.
A driver should always use turn signals to inform others of their intentions.

Q.2

In an engine compartment, loose belts will:

Not turn the water pump and/or fan properly, causing the engine to overheat.
Make the engine run more efficiently.
Make the fan run too much, causing the engine to run too coolly.
Last longer than tight belts.

Q.3

After a tire has been changed, the driver should stop after a short distance to:

Check the tightness of the lug nuts.
Ensure that the tire tread depth is good.
Ensure that the correct tire was changed.
See if rocks have gotten into the tread.

Q.4

Buses must never transport:

Small arms ammunition.
Soft drinks.
Open food.
Tear gas.

Q.5

After the engine is started, warning lights and buzzers should all:

Stay on.
Flicker occasionally.
Turn off right away.
Turn off once the vehicle begins moving.

Q.6

Before driving a bus, you must:

Review its most recent inspection report.
Wash the outside.
Clean the interior.
Count the seats.

Q.7

If driving a school bus, your four-way flashers should:

Be activated before crossing railroad tracks.
Never be used.
Only be used after crossing railroad tracks.
Only be used near railroad tracks if a train is approaching.

Q.8

Federal and state laws require:

Drivers to regularly inspect their vehicles.
Drivers to inspect their vehicles, but only if they believe there may be a problem.
Drivers to inspect their vehicles if planning to travel out-of-state.
Drivers to inspect their vehicles, but only if they will be transporting hazardous materials.

Q.9

Distracted driving:

Always comes as a result of physical distraction, not mental distraction.
Can be elevated by pre-programming radio stations.
Can be avoided by eating while driving.
Can be avoided by not engaging in complex conversations while driving.

Q.10

When crossing railroad tracks, you should:

Stop on the tracks.
Change gears.
Try to pass.
Stay in your lane.

Q.11

When planning to drive a bus that has been parked for a few days:

The driver should assume the interior is in good working order.
The driver should call the local police department.
The driver should do a walkthrough inspection to ensure no damage has occurred since the last trip.
The driver should ask the passengers to check the interior of the bus.

Q.12

A stopped bus:

Is not a cause for concern.
Is not a concern if passengers are not unloading.
Should not be on the roadway.
Is a concern, whether passengers are visible or not.

Q.13

When inspecting a power steering-equipped vehicle, you should be sure that:

The fluid is at the proper level.
The hoses are connected to the battery.
The hoses do not contain any fluid.
Only small leaks are present.

Q.14

What is the average driver’s reaction time?

One-sixteenth of a second
One-eighth of a second
Between three-quarters of a second and one second
Two seconds

Q.15

Before driving a bus that has been parked for a few days, a driver:

Can assume the interior is in good working condition.
Should call the local police department to inspect the bus.
Should do a walkthrough inspection to make sure no damage has occurred since the last trip.
Should ask passengers to check the interior of the bus.

Q.16

When backing, it is best to:

Rely only on the passenger’s side mirror.
Try to back up quickly.
Turn toward the passenger’s side whenever possible.
Use a helper, if possible.

Q.17

Once stopped as part of the stop/start maneuver, you should:

Apply the parking brake.
Keep the vehicle in first gear.
Be perpendicular to the curb.
Be blocking a driveway.

Q.18

Placards should be used:

Any time a vehicle is carrying hazardous materials.
If there is open space in the truck.
If the amount of hazardous materials in the truck exceeds 200 pounds.
If the hazardous materials create an inhalation hazard.

Q.19

Buses must never carry ____ in the space occupied by passengers.

Small arms ammunition
An oxygen tank
Radioactive materials
Passengers who are drunk

Q.20

How can you tell if a bus is traveling around a banked curve at too high a speed?

The bus is leaning toward the outside of the curve.
The bus is leaning toward the inside of the curve.
The bus will feel unnatural.
An alarm will go off on the bus's dashboard.