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Texas Drivers Handbook Test
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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
An exhaust emission system.
When lane is of substandard length.
6 inches
2. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
15 mph
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
3. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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.
4. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
No less then 15 feet.
5. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
6. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
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.
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
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7. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
When lane is of substandard length.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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 fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
8. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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.
An exhaust emission system.
9. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Turn wheels to the right
Keep at least two seconds away.
The broken lane marker is white.
10. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
Bump warning sign
11. Describe the sign that tells you to watch for cross traffic ahead?
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12. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
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.
No less then 15 feet.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
13. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
14. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
15 mph
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
15. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
16. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
17. Under what conditions should headlights be used?
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18. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
'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.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
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.
19. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.
$200
20. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
To reduce air pollution.
21. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
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.
22. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
Do not pass other vehicles.
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
3 inches.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
23. When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility?
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24. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
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.
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 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.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
25. 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?
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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.
26. 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.
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
15 mph
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
27. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
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Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Do not pass other vehicles.
100 ft (five car lengths)
28. Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow?
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29. What sign indicates that the road that you are on merges with another?
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30. 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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31. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
No less than 20 feet.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
32. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
15 mph
When lane is of substandard length.
33. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
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Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
34. Describe the 'Yield' sign
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
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.
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
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
35. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.
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.
36. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
15 mph
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
37. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
110 feet
Turn wheels to the right
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
38. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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.
An exhaust emission system.
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
6 inches
39. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
Keep at least two seconds away.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
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
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. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
3 inches.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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41. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
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.
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. 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
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
42. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
No less than 20 feet.
Do not pass other vehicles.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.
43. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
44. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
Keep at least two seconds away.
$200
6 inches
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
45. 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.
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
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
46. How should you react to a flashing red light?
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
The broken lane marker is white.
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Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
47. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
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.
When lane is of substandard length.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
48. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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49. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
No less than 20 feet.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
50. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
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.
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.
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.
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