CDL · School bus (CDL)
Why, above all, are school buses put through inspections?
Correct answer: To satisfy federal, state, and local safety rules.
Answer options
- ATo give the repair shop's mechanics steady work
- BTo satisfy federal, state, and local safety rules Correct
- CTo help the bus get better fuel mileage
Why
Federal, state, and local rules call for bus inspections because they protect you, the students you carry, and everyone else on the road. Finding defects early keeps small problems from turning into breakdowns or crashes.
About this question
Topic: School bus (CDL) License: CDL
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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This question is part of School Bus Pre-Trip and Post-Trip (18 questions). Take the full set and check your score.
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