Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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• Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. 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.
30 mph
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.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


2. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
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
500 ft.
To reduce air pollution.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


3. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Keep at least two seconds away.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


4. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Two years.
Keep at least two seconds away.
When lane is of substandard length.


5. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


6. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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Turn wheels to the right
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


7. When are accident reports required?

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8. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Do not pass other vehicles.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


9. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Do not pass other vehicles.
500 ft.
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.


10. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
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.
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
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.
500 ft.


11. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
1) Fine up to $500 - 20-40 hrs community service - license suspended for 120 days - and/or confinement of up to 180 days. 2) Fine up to $500 - 40-60 hrs community service - and maybe AA course. 3) $500-$2000 - 40-60 hrs community service - and/or con
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
When lane is of substandard length.


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

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13. Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow?

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14. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
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 - 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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


15. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
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.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
3 inches.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


16. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Bump warning sign
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


17. Under what conditions must you always stop?
Do not pass other vehicles.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


18. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
500 ft.
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19. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


20. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
30 mph
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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


21. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.


22. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
100 ft (five car lengths)
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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.


23. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Protecting yourself and others from dangerous and unexpected driving situations by using a space management system. Stay alert to everything happening around you - look for trouble spots developing around - have a plan of action if other driver does
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Bump warning sign


24. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
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
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.
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An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


25. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


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

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28. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Do not pass other vehicles.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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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.


29. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
1) Fine up to $500 - 20-40 hrs community service - license suspended for 120 days - and/or confinement of up to 180 days. 2) Fine up to $500 - 40-60 hrs community service - and maybe AA course. 3) $500-$2000 - 40-60 hrs community service - and/or con
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


30. 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?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
100 ft (five car lengths)
An exhaust emission system.


31. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Turn wheels to the right
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


32. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
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.
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
100 ft (five car lengths)


33. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
30 mph
An exhaust emission system.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.


34. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
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
110 feet


35. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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.


36. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
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.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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.


37. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
An exhaust emission system.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


38. Why are seat belts important?
Two years.
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


39. How should you react to a flashing red light?
110 feet
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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


40. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
$200
No less then 15 feet.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


41. When is a bicyclist not required to ride on the right of the roadway?

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42. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Keep at least two seconds away.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.


43. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
110 feet
3 inches.
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.
Two years.


44. 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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


45. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
Two years.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.


46. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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.
$200


47. 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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
15 mph


48. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


49. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
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
Turn wheels to the right
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


50. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.