7D Vehicle Inspection and Equipment 2

Question 1

What does a driver check when inspecting the school bus alternator or charging system during a pre-trip?

Accepted Answer

That the alternator belt is tight and the battery warning light is off after starting the engine

Answer

That the alternator is new and has a warranty sticker

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That the vehicle was charged overnight using external power

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Only that the battery terminals are clean

Question 2

What is the purpose of the school bus body crossing control arm (front bumper arm)?

Accepted Answer

To prevent students from walking in front of the bus in the blind zone directly in front of the bumper

Answer

To prevent other vehicles from rear-ending the bus

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To serve as a mounting bracket for the license plate

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To brace the bus during emergency braking

Question 3

During pre-trip inspection, how does a driver verify the school bus horn is functional?

Accepted Answer

Sound the horn briefly and listen for a clear, audible tone

Answer

Review the maintenance log for the last horn test date

Answer

Check that the horn button is not stuck

Answer

Test the horn only if the route passes railroad crossings

Question 4

What specific component related to student safety does a driver check on the school bus door during pre-trip?

Accepted Answer

That the door opens fully, closes completely, the interlock is functional, and no sharp edges are exposed

Answer

Only that the door paint is not peeling

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That the door latch makes a clicking sound when closed

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That the door matches the bus body color

Question 5

What is the purpose of the school bus 'strobe light' or amber/white roof beacon?

Accepted Answer

To increase bus visibility in fog, rain, or low-light conditions to reduce rear-end collision risk

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To warn other drivers that the bus is in motion on the highway

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To signal to students that the bus is about to arrive at their stop

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To comply with a law requiring all vehicles over 26,000 lbs to have a beacon

Question 6

What must a driver verify about the school bus first aid kit during a pre-trip inspection?

Accepted Answer

That it is present, accessible, sealed (or checked for completeness), and stocked per required inventory

Answer

That it has the school district's logo on it

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That it contains an AED (automated defibrillator)

Answer

Only that the kit box is not damaged externally