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Key Facts: MO CDL Passenger Exam

20

Questions on the Passenger Written Exam

Missouri CDL Manual, Section 14

80%

Minimum Passing Score

49 CFR 383.135 / Missouri DOR

16+

Passenger Threshold (including driver)

RSMo § 302.700 / FMCSA 49 CFR 383.5

15 to 50 ft

Railroad Crossing Stop Distance

RSMo § 304.030

English Only

Testing Language (no translators)

§ 302.720.2(1) RSMo

500 lbs

Max Combined Allowed Hazmat on Bus

Missouri CDL Manual Section 4.2 / 49 CFR 177.870

Missouri's CDL Passenger (P) written test has 20 multiple-choice questions, requires 80% (16 correct), and is given in English only under § 302.720.2(1) RSMo. It covers Sections 2 and 4 of the Missouri CDL Manual: pre-trip bus inspection, the standee line, the 500-pound total hazmat limit, and stops 15 to 50 feet from the nearest rail under RSMo § 304.030.

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1Under Missouri law and the Missouri CDL Manual, which commercial motor vehicles require the driver to hold a Passenger (P) endorsement?
A.Any vehicle designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver
B.Any vehicle used for commercial purposes, including cargo vans and delivery trucks
C.Only motorcoaches with a gross vehicle weight rating exceeding 26,001 pounds
D.Vehicles carrying more than 8 paying passengers on interstate charter trips
Explanation: Under RSMo § 302.700 and Section 4 of the Missouri CDL Manual, any commercial motor vehicle designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver, requires a commercial driver license with a Passenger (P) endorsement.
2Which sections of the Missouri Commercial Driver License Manual form the primary basis for the Passenger endorsement written knowledge test?
A.Section 4 (Transporting Passengers Safely) only
B.Sections 2 (Driving Safely) and 4 (Transporting Passengers Safely)
C.Section 4 (Transporting Passengers Safely) and Section 10 (School Buses)
D.Section 1 (Introduction) and Section 9 (Hazardous Materials)
Explanation: Section 4 of the Missouri CDL Manual specifies that applicants for the Passenger endorsement must pass a written test covering Section 2 (Driving Safely) and Section 4 (Transporting Passengers Safely). If operating an air-braked bus, Section 5 is also tested.
3Under § 302.720.2(1) RSMo, what language restriction applies to commercial driver license written testing in Missouri?
A.Tests may be administered in English or Spanish at the applicant's choice
B.Applicants may bring an approved state-certified interpreter for the knowledge exam
C.English only; no translators or interpreters are allowed
D.Foreign-language dictionaries may be referenced during the written examination
Explanation: Pursuant to § 302.720.2(1) RSMo, Missouri law requires that all CDL written examinations be administered in English only, and translators or interpreters are prohibited from assisting test takers.
4Under FMCSA 49 CFR 383.25 and Missouri regulations, which passengers may ride in a bus operated by a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) holder with a P endorsement?
A.Fare-paying passengers on scheduled local fixed-route transit trips
B.Any group of charter passengers, as long as the supervising CDL holder sits in the front seat beside the permit holder
C.Immediate family members of the permit holder who have signed a release
D.Only test examiners, federal or state auditors, other trainees, and the accompanying CDL holder
Explanation: 49 CFR 383.25(a)(5)(i) lets a CLP holder with a P endorsement carry only federal or state auditors and inspectors, test examiners, other trainees, and the accompanying CDL holder. Missouri shows this on the permit as the P restriction (No Passengers in CMV Bus), described in Section 14 of the Missouri CDL Manual.
5What restriction code is added to a Missouri CDL if an applicant performs the passenger skills test in a Class B passenger bus?
A.M: no Class A passenger vehicle
B.N: no Class A or Class B passenger vehicle
C.L: no CMV with air brakes
D.E: no CMV with a manual transmission
Explanation: Under 49 CFR 383.95 and Missouri licensing rules, if a driver possesses a Class A CDL but completes the passenger endorsement test in a Class B bus, the state must place an 'M' restriction on the license, restricting the driver to Class B and C passenger vehicles.
6According to Section 14 of the Missouri CDL Manual, how long is a Missouri Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) issued for?
A.Six months, with one six-month renewal allowed
B.One year (360 days) or less, and it cannot be renewed
C.Two years, matching the DOT medical certificate
D.Until the holder passes the skills test, with no set expiration
Explanation: The Missouri CDL Manual says a CLP is issued for one year (360 days) or a shorter term based on lawful status and cannot be renewed; if more training is needed after it expires, the written tests must be retaken. Section 302.720.1 RSMo likewise makes the permit nonrenewable and valid for no more than one year.
7Section 14 of the Missouri CDL Manual lists the Passenger Endorsement written exam at 20 questions and requires a score of 80%. What is the fewest questions you can answer correctly and still pass?
A.14
B.15
C.16
D.18
Explanation: Eighty percent of 20 questions is 16 (0.80 x 20 = 16). The Missouri CDL Manual's exam table lists the Passenger Endorsement test at 20 questions and says you must score 80% on each exam, which matches the federal standard in 49 CFR 383.135.
8Before taking the passenger endorsement skills test for the first time, what federal training mandate must be completed?
A.An advanced defensive driving seminar certified by the National Safety Council
B.An emergency medical responder training program
C.A 40-hour paid internship at a licensed municipal transit authority, documented by the agency
D.Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) from a provider on FMCSA's Training Provider Registry
Explanation: Under FMCSA regulations effective February 2022, drivers seeking a Passenger (P) endorsement for the first time must complete theory and behind-the-wheel Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) from a provider listed on the Training Provider Registry prior to skills testing.
9What is the minimum age to operate a passenger commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce in Missouri?
A.21 years of age
B.19 years of age
C.18 years of age
D.25 years of age
Explanation: Under federal motor carrier safety regulations and Missouri CDL rules, a commercial driver must be at least 21 years old to transport passengers across state lines (interstate commerce). Drivers aged 18 to 20 are limited to intrastate operations.
10If an applicant passes the passenger endorsement skills test in a bus equipped with an automatic transmission, which restriction will appear on their CDL?
A.The 'L' restriction
B.The 'E' restriction
C.The 'Z' restriction
D.The 'O' restriction
Explanation: Under 49 CFR 383.95 and Missouri DOR rules, if a driver takes the skills test in a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, an 'E' restriction is placed on the license, prohibiting the driver from operating commercial motor vehicles equipped with manual transmissions.

About the MO CDL Passenger Exam

The Missouri CDL Passenger Vehicles Endorsement Test is the 20-question written knowledge test required to operate commercial vehicles designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver, in Missouri. Independent practice by OpenExamPrep covers Sections 2 and 4 of the Missouri CDL Manual, bus inspection, hazardous material limits, and Missouri railroad crossing law under RSMo § 304.030. These practice questions are a study aid, not an official-format simulation.

Exam sponsor: Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) and Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

A 20-question multiple-choice knowledge test given in English only by the Missouri State Highway Patrol under § 302.720.2(1) RSMo. A first-time P endorsement also needs a skills test in a representative passenger vehicle: pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, then on-road driving.

Time Limit

No time limit published; the Missouri CDL Manual says written CDL testing can take 1-2 hours depending on how many tests you take

Passing Score

80% on each CDL knowledge test

Exam / Certification Fees

$25 per written or driving test (§ 302.720 RSMo); first CLP $44 total; most first-time CDLs about $83 with the skills test fee

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Manual Section 1 & Section 4 introduction (official weight not published)

Missouri Passenger Endorsement Rules

Passenger vehicle definition (16+ persons including driver), CLP restrictions, M/N passenger restrictions, ELDT requirements, and English-only testing under § 302.720.2(1) RSMo.

Manual Sections 2.1, 4.1, and 11 (official weight not published)

Bus Vehicle Inspection

Pre-trip inspection reports, front tire tread depth (4/32 inch minimum), emergency exits and roof hatches, passenger seating, handrails, emergency equipment, and brake checks.

Manual Section 4.2 (official weight not published)

Loading and Trip Start

Baggage securement, aisle clearance, standee line rules, hazardous materials limits (up to 100 lbs per class, 500 lbs total allowed), forbidden hazmat, and destination announcements.

Manual Section 4.3 (official weight not published)

On the Road with Passengers

Passenger supervision, managing unruly riders, speed on curves, stopping 15 to 50 feet at railroad grade crossings under RSMo § 304.030, drawbridges, and clearance management.

Manual Sections 4.4 to 4.6 (official weight not published)

After-Trip Inspection and Prohibited Practices

Post-trip vehicle condition reports, prohibited fueling practices with riders aboard, passenger distraction rules, towing restrictions, and brake-door interlocks.

Manual Section 2 (official weight not published)

Driving Safely for Bus Drivers

Stopping distance, space management, following distance, mirror use, hazard recognition, adverse weather, night driving, mountain downgrades, and emergency skid control.

Preparing for the MO CDL Passenger Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 80% on each CDL knowledge test
  • Assessment: A 20-question multiple-choice knowledge test given in English only by the Missouri State Highway Patrol under § 302.720.2(1) RSMo. A first-time P endorsement also needs a skills test in a representative passenger vehicle: pre-trip inspection, basic vehicle control, then on-road driving.
  • Time limit: No time limit published; the Missouri CDL Manual says written CDL testing can take 1-2 hours depending on how many tests you take
  • Exam / certification fees: $25 per written or driving test (§ 302.720 RSMo); first CLP $44 total; most first-time CDLs about $83 with the skills test fee Official sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the Missouri CDL Passenger endorsement test?

Section 14 of the Missouri CDL Manual lists the Passenger Endorsement written exam at 20 multiple-choice questions. You must score 80%, which is 16 correct.

What score is required to pass the Missouri CDL Passenger knowledge test?

Under FMCSA standard 49 CFR 383.135 and Missouri DOR rules, you must achieve at least 80% correct to pass the written knowledge examination.

Are language interpreters allowed on Missouri CDL written tests?

No. Under § 302.720.2(1) RSMo, written CDL knowledge tests in Missouri must only be administered in English, and no translators or interpreters are permitted.

What vehicle requires a Passenger (P) endorsement in Missouri?

Under Missouri law and FMCSA rules, any commercial motor vehicle designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver, requires a Passenger endorsement.

What are the railroad crossing rules for passenger buses in Missouri?

Under RSMo § 304.030, every motor vehicle transporting passengers for hire must stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail at railroad grade crossings unless an exempt sign or active police/watchman signal directs otherwise.