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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.

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

3. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
The broken lane marker is white.
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.
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.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.

4. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
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
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
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 a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.

5. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
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 takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
500 ft.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.

6. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

7. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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

8. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
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 black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

9. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
To reduce air pollution.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
No less then 15 feet.

10. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
$200

11. 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 - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
No less than 20 feet.

12. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
An exhaust emission system.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Bump warning sign

13. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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

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

15. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
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.
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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

16. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
500 ft.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
30 mph
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.

17. Describe the 'Yield' sign
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.
An exhaust emission system.
The broken lane marker is white.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.

18. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
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.
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.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.

19. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
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
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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 still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.

20. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Turn wheels to the right
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Do not pass other vehicles.

21. 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
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
When lane is of substandard length.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

22. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
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
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) 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.
The broken lane marker is white.

23. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
Do not pass other vehicles.
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

24. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
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
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 it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.

25. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
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
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.

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.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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.
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

27. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Bump warning 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
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.

28. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
The broken lane marker is white.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.

29. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
Two years.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.

30. 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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.

31. 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.
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's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.

32. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.
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
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

33. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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.

34. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
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 lane is of substandard length.
Bump warning sign
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph

35. 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.
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
When lane is of substandard length.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

36. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
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
500 ft.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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 What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
$200
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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.

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

39. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
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.
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

40. 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.
500 ft.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.

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

42. 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.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
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.

43. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
The broken lane marker is white.
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
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.

44. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
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.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
When lane is of substandard length.

45. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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.
No less than 20 feet.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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.

46. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
6 inches
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.

47. 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?
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.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
100 ft (five car lengths)

48. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
3 inches.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.

49. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
6 inches
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.

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