Driving Instructor Test Frequently Tested Actual Questions and Answers

Driving Instructor Test Frequently Tested Actual Questions and
Answers

Question 1.
Definition of a Driving School

Correct Answer: A private or public program approved by the commissioner that
includes instruction to operate a Class A, B, C, or D motor vehicle, motorcycle, or
motorized bicycle. Prepares the learner to obtain a driver's permit or license.


Question 2.
Definition of Commercial Instructor

Correct Answer: Licensed instructors who teach any part of a curriculum,
including classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, for the operation of
commercial motor vehicles


Question 3.
Four general requirements to become a licensed instructor

Correct Answer: 1. Be at least 21 years old
2. Have been a valid licensed driver for three years in MN or another state.
3. Have a valid license for the class of motor vehicle they provide instruction.
4. Have a high school diploma or the equivalent.


Question 4.
What department of MN has the authority to license commercial driver training programs
and their instructors?

Correct Answer: Department of Public Safety


Question 5.
What two criteria must be met for authorized official to issue a blue card?

Correct Answer: 1. Completed classroom instruction
2. Signed up for behind-the-wheel


Question 6.
What is the maximum amount of classroom instruction that can be given in one day?

Correct Answer: No more than 3 hours a day for someone under 18 without a
driver's license.

,Question 7.
When is a letter of completion sent out?

Correct Answer: Within 15 days after the student completes the classroom
portion.


Question 8.
What directions should be sent to students?

Correct Answer: Show your "blue card" when applying for instruction permit and
the written test. At this point you need to be at least 15, be enrolled in the
behind-the-wheel component of driver's ed, pass a vision test, and pass a
written knowledge test.


Question 9.
What two licenses must an instructor possess while giving a behind the wheel lesson?

Correct Answer: 1. A current and valid driver's license
2. Instructor's license


Question 10.
What three documents does a student under 18 need to take the knowledge test?

Correct Answer: 1. Primary form of identification (Birth Certificate/Passport)
2. Secondary form of identification (School transcript/School ID card)
3. Blue Card


Question 11.
If a student fails to complete behind the wheel instruction, when should the official of the
driving school notify the commissioner of this?

Correct Answer: Within 15 days


Question 12.
What are the consequences for a student who does not complete behind the wheel?

Correct Answer: They can't get their license until they are 18.


Question 13.
What can be used as a temporary permit or license?

Correct Answer: Class D instruction permit

, Question 14.
What is the original cost (same as renewal) for an instructor's license?

Correct Answer: $165


Question 15.
How many "authorized officials" for each school are allowed to sign a completion on the
blue card?

Correct Answer: 2


Question 16.
What does a blue card represent?

Correct Answer: Certificate of Enrollment proving the student has completed
classroom instruction and signed up for behind the wheel.


Question 17.
Who gives a student a certified letter of classroom completion to a student once they
completed the required hours?

Correct Answer: The authorized official


Question 18.
What is the max gross weight of vehicle with the driver having a class D license

Correct Answer: 26,000 pounds


Question 19.
How many hours of behind the wheel can an instructor provide in one day?

Correct Answer: 2 hours per student


Question 20.
What are the equipment regulations for class D vehicles in training?

Correct Answer: 1. Outside rearview mirror on each side of the vehicle.
2. A separate inside rearview mirror for instructor's use.
3. Seat belts for each occupant of the vehicle.
4. Dual control brakes (dual control clutch)