CDL · School bus (CDL)
What makes the space to the left of a school bus a danger zone at all times?
Correct answer: Vehicles passing the bus may drive through it.
Answer options
- ANo mirror on the bus shows that area
- BVehicles passing the bus may drive through it Correct
- CStudents normally board and exit on that side
Why
Danger zones exist on every side of a school bus, but the left side carries a constant extra risk because other drivers may pass the bus there. Students use the door on the right side, and the bus's mirrors do cover the left side.
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Topic: School bus (CDL) License: CDL
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