Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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

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2. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
No less than 20 feet.


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

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4. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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) 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.
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


5. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
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.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


6. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Do not pass other vehicles.


7. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
The broken lane marker is white.
To reduce air pollution.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


8. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
$200
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


9. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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
Do not pass other vehicles.


10. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Turn wheels to the right
3 inches.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


11. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
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
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.


12. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
An exhaust emission system.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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


13. How should you react to a flashing red light?
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.
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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.


14. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
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.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Bump warning sign
500 ft.


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

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16. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
Bump warning sign
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.
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 takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


17. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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
30 mph


18. 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?
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
100 ft (five car lengths)
15 mph


19. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
The broken lane marker is white.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


20. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


21. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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22. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


23. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
110 feet
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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


24. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
$200
No less than 20 feet.
Two years.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


25. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
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
No less then 15 feet.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.


27. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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.
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.
6 inches


28. 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?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Two years.
6 inches


29. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
500 ft.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.


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. 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.
To reduce air pollution.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


32. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
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.
Bump warning sign
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.


33. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
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
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
The broken lane marker is white.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.


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

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35. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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.
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


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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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


37. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
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.
6 inches
Lower (dim) headlights.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


38. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
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.
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.
$200
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


39. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
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.
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.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
3 inches.


40. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
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
Parking lights or lower beam 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
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


41. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
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
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


42. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
No less than 20 feet.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.


43. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
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
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.


44. 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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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.
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.


45. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
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.
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.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


46. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
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.
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 lane is of substandard length.


47. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
Keep at least two seconds away.
An exhaust emission system.
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.


48. When are accident reports required?

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49. 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
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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 '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.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Two years.
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.