The brake pedal should be pressed down gradually.

The brake pedal should be pushed down quickly.

The brake pedal should be pressed down repeatedly, but not held down continuously.

The amount of force required on the brake pedal will be the same each time you slow or stop.

You should adjust your speed according to conditions.

You should always drive at the posted speed limit.

You should always drive slightly below the posted speed limit.

You should drive as fast as possible.

South Carolina CDL Passenger 1 - DMV Written Test Questions with Answers

Q.1

Before beginning to drive downhill, you should:

Take your vehicle out of gear.
Shift into a lower gear.
Move into the left lane.

Q.2

If you are being tailgated, you should:

Drive on the shoulder.
Pull off the roadway.
Drive faster.
Allow the vehicle to pass.

Q.3

When inspecting the interior of a bus, you should:

Assume all emergency exits work properly.
Loosen every seat.
Check all signaling devices.
Not waste time looking at the handrails and floor lining.

Q.4

When stopping:

The brake pedal should be pressed down gradually.
The brake pedal should be pushed down quickly.
The brake pedal should be pressed down repeatedly, but not held down continuously.
The amount of force required on the brake pedal will be the same each time you slow or stop.

Q.5

When coming to a stop, you should apply the brake pedal by:

Pushing down gradually.
Pushing down quickly.
Pulling up gradually.

Q.6

If you doubt that you have enough space to safely drive under a bridge or sign, you should:

Drive faster.
Drive more slowly.
Drive on the shoulder.

Q.7

Black ice is:

Usually thick.
Usually thin.
Not a hazard when driving.

Q.8

A vehicle inspection:

Is a waste of time.
Is helpful in identifying minor issues before they become major problems.
Should not be done by the driver.
Should be performed once a month.

Q.9

When driving, you should stop and take a break ____ to avoid becoming too tired.

Every half hour
Every hour
Every two hours
Every six hours

Q.10

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.11

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.12

Once passengers have boarded your bus, you should:

Begin driving as soon as the door is closed.
Warn them before you begin to drive.
Allow the passengers time to sit or brace themselves before you begin to drive.
Begin driving as quickly as possible.

Q.13

When approaching a railroad crossing, a bus driver should:

Stop between 15 and 50 feet before the nearest track.
Drive cautiously, but not stop unless a train is crossing.
Speed up to ensure the momentum will get them over the tracks.
Roll up all the windows.

Q.14

When near a railroad crossing:

You should expect to hear every approaching train.
You may not hear a train, even if one is approaching.
You will hear two short blasts of a train's horn if a train is approaching.

Q.15

Carry-on bags should be secured:

In front of the back door.
In front of the front door.
In a location that allows access to all emergency exits.
On top of the bus.

Q.16

Skids caused by acceleration can usually be resolved by:

Accelerating.
Removing your foot from the accelerator.
Coming to a complete stop.

Q.17

Looking far ahead of your vehicle while driving is:

Discouraged, as there is little you can do about something far up the road.
Encouraged to help you identify hazards as early as possible.
Not permitted.

Q.18

During the pre-trip inspection test, you will be:

Expected to explain your knowledge of the pre-trip process.
Watching someone else check your vehicle.
Watching a film on how to inspect a vehicle.
Changing all the tires on your vehicle.

Q.19

When inspecting your vehicle, which of the following should not cause concern?

Exhaust system parts rubbing against fuel system parts
Exhaust system parts that are leaking
Missing mounting brackets
Exhaust system parts made of aluminum

Q.20

When driving:

You should always drive at the posted speed limit.
You should always drive slightly below the posted speed limit.
You should adjust your speed according to conditions.
You should drive as fast as possible.