Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
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
100 ft (five car lengths)
The broken lane marker is white.
30 mph


2. 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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


3. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
3 inches.
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.


4. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
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.
Bump warning sign
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


5. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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
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.
The broken lane marker is white.
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.


6. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Lower (dim) 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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


7. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
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
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


8. 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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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


9. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
500 ft.
Two years.


10. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
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
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Turn wheels to the right


11. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
500 ft.
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
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.


12. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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.
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.


13. Describe the 'Yield' sign
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
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
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.
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


14. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
No less then 15 feet.
$200
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.


15. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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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
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.
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


16. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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17. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
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
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 obey the traffic officer at all times.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


18. 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.
Bump warning sign
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
An exhaust emission system.


19. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
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
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.


20. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Bump warning sign
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


21. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
Turn wheels to the right
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
When lane is of substandard length.


22. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
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
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
No less then 15 feet.
Do not pass other vehicles.


23. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
500 ft.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


24. 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?
15 mph
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.


25. Why are seat belts important?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


26. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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.


27. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
3 inches.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


28. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
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.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.


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

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

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31. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.


32. 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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33. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
100 ft (five car lengths)
To reduce air pollution.
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They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.


34. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Lower (dim) headlights.
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


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


36. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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.
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
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.


37. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
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.
Lower (dim) 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.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.


38. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.


39. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
30 mph
$200


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

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41. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
No less then 15 feet.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


42. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.


43. 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 should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


44. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
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
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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Lower (dim) headlights.


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

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46. 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
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.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.


47. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
30 mph
500 ft.


48. How should you react to a flashing red light?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.
To reduce air pollution.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


49. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
30 mph
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.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


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

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