Question 1157 in the bank

What should be displayed on the taxi’s meter when the taxi is available to carry passengers?

  1. Correct answer: Its light should be turned on and it should read “Available”.
  2. Its light should be extinguished and it should read “Occupied”.
  3. Its light should be turned on and it should read “Occupied”.
  4. Its light should be extinguished and it should read “Available”.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Its light should be turned on and it should read “Available”.

A taxi that is available to carry passengers shows its meter set to "Available", with the light on. This lets waiting passengers see that it is free. "Occupied" does not suit an available taxi, because it shows the taxi as not available for a ride.

Topic: Rules and regulations. The bank marks it for these classes: Bus (D).