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1. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
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.
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.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

2. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
100 ft (five car lengths)
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
No less then 15 feet.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.

3. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
Two years.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.

4. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

5. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
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.
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
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.

6. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Two years.
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
110 feet
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

7. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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 is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.

8. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
When lane is of substandard length.

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

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10. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
No less than 20 feet.
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
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.

11. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

12. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
Turn wheels to the right
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

13. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
The broken lane marker is white.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.

14. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
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
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.

15. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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

16. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
An exhaust emission system.
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
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

17. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
No less then 15 feet.
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.

18. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
15 mph

19. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
When lane is of substandard length.
An exhaust emission system.
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.

20. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
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
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.

21. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Lower (dim) headlights.
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

22. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
3 inches.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
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.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

23. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
Bump warning sign
6 inches
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.
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

24. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
To reduce air pollution.
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.
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
30 mph

25. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.

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

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27. Under what conditions must you always stop?
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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.

28. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
No less than 20 feet.
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

29. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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
Bump warning sign

30. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
15 mph
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.

31. What sign indicates that the road that you are on merges with another?

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32. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
No less then 15 feet.
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.
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.

33. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
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.
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.
An exhaust emission system.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

34. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Two years.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.

35. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Two years.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

36. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
30 mph
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.

37. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
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.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Two years.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

38. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
6 inches

39. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph

40. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
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.
Turn wheels to the 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.
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.

41. 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.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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.

42. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
500 ft.
$200
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

43. 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?
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 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.
15 mph
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.

44. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
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.
15 mph
100 ft (five car lengths)
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.

45. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.

46. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Keep at least two seconds away.

47. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
Two years.
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
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.

48. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Bump warning sign
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

49. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.

50. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
3 inches.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

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