Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
When lane is of substandard length.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


2. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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
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
30 mph


3. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
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.
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 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.
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.


4. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
An exhaust emission system.
To reduce air pollution.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Two years.


5. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
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
18
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.


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

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7. Describe the 'Yield' sign
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
3 inches.
Keep at least two seconds away.
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.


8. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
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
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


9. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Keep at least two seconds away.
The broken lane marker is white.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


10. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
The broken lane marker is white.
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.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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.


11. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
Keep at least two seconds away.
30 mph
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
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


12. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
110 feet
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


13. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
6 inches
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
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


14. 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.
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.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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.


15. 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 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
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
100 ft (five car lengths)
30 mph


16. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Bump warning sign
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
110 feet


17. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


18. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
An exhaust emission system.
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
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


19. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
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 must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.


20. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
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
Lower (dim) headlights.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


21. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's 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.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Do not pass other vehicles.


22. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.


23. Why are seat belts important?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your 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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Keep at least two seconds away.


24. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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.


25. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.


26. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
18


27. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
3 inches.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
An exhaust emission system.


28. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
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 lane is of substandard length.
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.


29. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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.
30 mph
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


30. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Lower (dim) headlights.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


31. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
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.
Turn wheels to the right
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


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

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33. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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.
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
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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


34. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
No less then 15 feet.
The broken lane marker is white.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


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

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36. 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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37. How should you react to a flashing red light?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
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.
Turn wheels to the right
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


38. 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
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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


39. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
500 ft.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
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


40. 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
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Do not pass other vehicles.


41. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
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.


42. 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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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.


43. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
No less than 20 feet.
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


44. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Lower (dim) headlights.
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 a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.


45. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
$200
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.
The broken lane marker is white.


46. When are accident reports required?

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47. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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.


48. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
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
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.


49. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
500 ft.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Lower (dim) headlights.


50. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
Do not pass other vehicles.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.