Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
Keep at least two seconds away.
To reduce air pollution.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
No less than 20 feet.


2. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
Corrective lenses - LOFS age 21 or older - Daytime only - Do not exeed 45 mph - No expressway driving - M/C not to exeed 250 cc - licensed M/C operator age 21 or older in sight - Moped - Vehicle w/o air brakes-applies to vehicles requiring CDL - CDL
1. Brakes (Foot Brake - Parking Brake) 2. Lights (Two Headlights - Tail Lights - Brake Lights - Turn Signals - License Plate Light - Reflectors - Parking Lights) 3. Horn 4. Muffler 5. Safety Glass 6. License Plates 7. Windshield Wiper 8. Rearview Mir
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Do not pass other vehicles.


3. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
30 mph
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
To allow another vehicle or roadway user to proceed first - when they have the privilege of having immediate use of a part of a roadway.
500 ft.


4. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
You must not have... a. A red light showing from the front. b. A bell - siren - or exhaust whistle. c. A muffler cutout. d. Anything that extends more than three inches beyond the left side or six inches beyond the right side of the body - running bo
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
1. Brakes (Foot Brake - Parking Brake) 2. Lights (Two Headlights - Tail Lights - Brake Lights - Turn Signals - License Plate Light - Reflectors - Parking Lights) 3. Horn 4. Muffler 5. Safety Glass 6. License Plates 7. Windshield Wiper 8. Rearview Mir
Keep at least two seconds away.


5. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Turn wheels to the right
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
$200


6. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
No less then 15 feet.


7. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


8. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
When lane is of substandard length.
Lower (dim) headlights.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
15 mph


9. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
An exhaust emission system.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


10. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
Lower (dim) headlights.
The broken lane marker is white.
With a liability insurance policy - or a standard proof of liability insurance form given by the Texas Department of Insurance and issued by a liability insurer
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


11. When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility?

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12. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.


13. What is carbon monoxide - and how may it be harmful to drivers?

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14. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Turn wheels to the right
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
$200
DWI by use of alcohol or drugs - drug offense - intoxication manslaughter - intoxication assault - failure to stop and render aid - causing the death or serious injury of anyone while operating a motor vehicle - any offense punishable as a felony und


15. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
Do not pass other vehicles.


16. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
100 ft (five car lengths)
Class A - 18 or 17 with approved driver education or approval of minor's hardship application. Class B - 18 or 17 with approved driver education or approval of minor's hardship - Class C - 18 or 16 with approved driver education or 15 with
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


17. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


18. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
No less than 20 feet.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


19. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
With a liability insurance policy - or a standard proof of liability insurance form given by the Texas Department of Insurance and issued by a liability insurer
A railroad crossing sign; it's circular and yellow with a black X and two Rs. Railroads also have railroad cross bucks posted by the crossing - with a gate and flashing lights.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


20. If a child runs into the road 45-50 feet ahead of your car - What is the highest speed from which you can stop with good brakes without hitting him?
500 ft.
When pavement markings prohibit driving on other lane -When within 100 ft of/or crossing an intersection or railroad crossing -On a hill - curve - or other place with limited vision -100 ft of a bridge - viaduct - or tunnel.
15 mph
Marijuana impairs the sensory and perceptual skills - and also affects concentration and judgment. Amphetamines make the driver less coordinated - more edgy - and have been known to cause lapses in concentration.


21. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
No less than 20 feet.
An exhaust emission system.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


22. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
A red and white equilateral triangle. This sign tells you that the road you are on joins with another road ahead. You should slow down or stop if necessary so that you can yield the right-of-way to vehicles on the other road.
You must not have... a. A red light showing from the front. b. A bell - siren - or exhaust whistle. c. A muffler cutout. d. Anything that extends more than three inches beyond the left side or six inches beyond the right side of the body - running bo
Get on the left lane - begin signaling and slowing down at least 100 ft from corner. Stay to the right of the interstate when on the centerline - and yield to approaching vehicles.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


23. Describe the sign that tells you to watch for cross traffic ahead?

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24. You should never drive on the left half of the roadway when you are within How many feet from an intersection - bridge - or railroad crossing?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Class A - 18 or 17 with approved driver education or approval of minor's hardship application. Class B - 18 or 17 with approved driver education or approval of minor's hardship - Class C - 18 or 16 with approved driver education or 15 with


25. Describe the 'Yield' sign
$200
A red and white equilateral triangle. This sign tells you that the road you are on joins with another road ahead. You should slow down or stop if necessary so that you can yield the right-of-way to vehicles on the other road.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
Marijuana impairs the sensory and perceptual skills - and also affects concentration and judgment. Amphetamines make the driver less coordinated - more edgy - and have been known to cause lapses in concentration.


26. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
Do not pass other vehicles.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
A yellow diamond that has two arrows pointing up and down - he should keep to the right lane.Vertical - white rectangle; Drivers who are driving slower than other vehicles on the roadway should keep right.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


27. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
110 feet
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.


28. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
1) 60 days suspension. 2) 120 days suspension. 3) 180 days suspension. May be placed in jail until bond is made or appearance before a magistrate or juvenile court judge.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
You should never overtake a school bus - especially when it is loading or unloading children. You should stop until the bus either resumes its drive or the driver tells you to pass.
To allow another vehicle or roadway user to proceed first - when they have the privilege of having immediate use of a part of a roadway.


29. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
$200
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
When lane is of substandard length.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.


30. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
1) Motorists turning left in front of oncoming bicycle traffic. 2) Motorists turning right across path of bicycle traffic. 3) Motorists pulling away from a stop sign or failing to yield to bicycle cross traffic.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Class A - 18 or 17 with approved driver education or approval of minor's hardship application. Class B - 18 or 17 with approved driver education or approval of minor's hardship - Class C - 18 or 16 with approved driver education or 15 with
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.


31. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
No less then 15 feet.
A railroad crossing sign; it's circular and yellow with a black X and two Rs. Railroads also have railroad cross bucks posted by the crossing - with a gate and flashing lights.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
30 mph


32. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Yield to any vehicle which has entered the intersection from the right or is approaching from the right. Make sure there are not any vehicles going left or right.


33. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
You should never overtake a school bus - especially when it is loading or unloading children. You should stop until the bus either resumes its drive or the driver tells you to pass.


34. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
With a liability insurance policy - or a standard proof of liability insurance form given by the Texas Department of Insurance and issued by a liability insurer
Keep at least two seconds away.
DWI by use of alcohol or drugs - drug offense - intoxication manslaughter - intoxication assault - failure to stop and render aid - causing the death or serious injury of anyone while operating a motor vehicle - any offense punishable as a felony und


35. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
You must not have... a. A red light showing from the front. b. A bell - siren - or exhaust whistle. c. A muffler cutout. d. Anything that extends more than three inches beyond the left side or six inches beyond the right side of the body - running bo
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
3 inches.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.


36. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
No less then 15 feet.


37. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Bump warning sign
Lower (dim) headlights.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.


38. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
1) Motorists turning left in front of oncoming bicycle traffic. 2) Motorists turning right across path of bicycle traffic. 3) Motorists pulling away from a stop sign or failing to yield to bicycle cross traffic.
Mandatory suspension of license; the first offense has a maximum fine of $2000 - suspension of 90-365 days - and confinement of 72 hrs to 180 days.
6 inches
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


39. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


40. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
30 mph
If you can't get into the proper lane at least within one-half block before you turn - then don't turn and continue straight.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.


41. Which sign tells you to watch out for a train?

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42. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
500 ft.
Two years.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


43. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
When pavement markings prohibit driving on other lane -When within 100 ft of/or crossing an intersection or railroad crossing -On a hill - curve - or other place with limited vision -100 ft of a bridge - viaduct - or tunnel.
The broken lane marker is white.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.


44. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
Bump warning sign
6 inches
Do not pass other vehicles.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.


45. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Yield to any vehicle which has entered the intersection from the right or is approaching from the right. Make sure there are not any vehicles going left or right.
When pavement markings prohibit driving on other lane -When within 100 ft of/or crossing an intersection or railroad crossing -On a hill - curve - or other place with limited vision -100 ft of a bridge - viaduct - or tunnel.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


46. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
18
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Turn wheels to the right


47. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Corrective lenses - LOFS age 21 or older - Daytime only - Do not exeed 45 mph - No expressway driving - M/C not to exeed 250 cc - licensed M/C operator age 21 or older in sight - Moped - Vehicle w/o air brakes-applies to vehicles requiring CDL - CDL
To reduce air pollution.


48. What should you do if you discover you are in the wrong lane to make a turn as you enter an intersection?

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49. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
Turn wheels to the right
No less then 15 feet.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


50. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.