MTA BUS OPERATOR EXAM FOR NEW
YORK CITY SECTION 1 INSPECTION &
REPORTS EXAM
1. Which of the following is true about speed management and braking? - Correct
Answers -The stopping distance required for vehicles at 40 mph is four times greater
than that required at 20 mph.
2. Which statement is true for the anti-lock braking system in buses? - Correct Answers
-It prevents the brakes from locking up.
3. Heavy vehicles settle for the cheaper recapped or regrooved tires instead of buying
new ones. When is this applicable to buses? - Correct Answers -Only on the rear
wheels.
4. During the inspection of buses, it is essential to make sure that
_____________________. - Correct Answers -Emergency exit handles are secure.
Rider signaling devices are working.
Every handhold and railing is secure.
5. Vehicles with automatic transmission uses fluid coupling to easily make gear changes
without the traditional friction clutch. When is the best time for the operator to downshift
with an automatic transmission? - Correct Answers -While going down.
6. If a low air pressure warning comes on, which among the following must be done
first? - Correct Answers -Stop and safely park as soon as possible.
7. Road accidents happen unexpectedly and unintentionally; hence certain types of
equipments are vital in keeping the passengers safe. Which is the most crucial set of
emergency equipment? - Correct Answers -Reflectors, spare electric fuses, and fire
extinguisher
30. Choose an answer that will make the following statement correct: The dipstick is
used to determine whether the lubrication of ____________________ is within the safe
operating range or not. - Correct Answers -oil level
YORK CITY SECTION 1 INSPECTION &
REPORTS EXAM
1. Which of the following is true about speed management and braking? - Correct
Answers -The stopping distance required for vehicles at 40 mph is four times greater
than that required at 20 mph.
2. Which statement is true for the anti-lock braking system in buses? - Correct Answers
-It prevents the brakes from locking up.
3. Heavy vehicles settle for the cheaper recapped or regrooved tires instead of buying
new ones. When is this applicable to buses? - Correct Answers -Only on the rear
wheels.
4. During the inspection of buses, it is essential to make sure that
_____________________. - Correct Answers -Emergency exit handles are secure.
Rider signaling devices are working.
Every handhold and railing is secure.
5. Vehicles with automatic transmission uses fluid coupling to easily make gear changes
without the traditional friction clutch. When is the best time for the operator to downshift
with an automatic transmission? - Correct Answers -While going down.
6. If a low air pressure warning comes on, which among the following must be done
first? - Correct Answers -Stop and safely park as soon as possible.
7. Road accidents happen unexpectedly and unintentionally; hence certain types of
equipments are vital in keeping the passengers safe. Which is the most crucial set of
emergency equipment? - Correct Answers -Reflectors, spare electric fuses, and fire
extinguisher
30. Choose an answer that will make the following statement correct: The dipstick is
used to determine whether the lubrication of ____________________ is within the safe
operating range or not. - Correct Answers -oil level
