InspectionQuestion 35 of 80
During an en-route inspection, a bus driver should watch the gauges and:
a.Only stop if the engine dies
b.Check tires, brakes, lights, and other critical systems at stops
c.Ignore warning lights
d.Rely only on the pre-trip inspection
Explanation
Safe drivers keep watching instruments and the bus's condition throughout the trip, not just before starting. At stops, check items such as tires, wheels, brakes, and lights for problems that develop while driving. Catching a defect en route prevents a breakdown or crash.
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