CDL · School bus (CDL)
You have already started across a railroad crossing when the gate arm begins to lower. What should you do?
Correct answer: Keep moving forward and go through the gate.
Answer options
- AKeep moving forward and go through the gate Correct
- BReverse until the bus is completely off the tracks
- CStop at once and radio your dispatcher
Why
Once the bus is on the crossing, it has to keep going: stopping or backing up would leave it on the tracks, and changing gears there could stall the engine. If the gate lowers after you have started across, continue through it even if it breaks.
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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 Buses at Railroad Crossings (13 questions). Take the full set and check your score.
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