Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
Bump warning sign
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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


2. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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 means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


3. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
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
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
No less then 15 feet.
The broken lane marker is white.


4. Describe the 'Yield' sign
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


5. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
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)
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


6. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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 car on the two-lane road should yield.
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


7. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
To reduce air pollution.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


8. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
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
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.


9. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
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.
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.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


10. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
$200
500 ft.
30 mph


11. How should you react to a flashing red light?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.


12. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
The broken lane marker is white.


13. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
18
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


14. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
6 inches
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
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.


15. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
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.
No less then 15 feet.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


16. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
3 inches.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


17. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
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
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
110 feet
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


18. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
To reduce air pollution.
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
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


19. Under what conditions must you always stop?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Do not pass other vehicles.
Turn wheels to the right
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


20. 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
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 stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


21. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


22. 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
Turn wheels to the right
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


23. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
Do not pass other vehicles.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


24. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Two years.
No less then 15 feet.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.


25. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Turn wheels to the 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.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
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


26. 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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
An exhaust emission system.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


27. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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
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.


28. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Two years.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


29. 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.
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.
30 mph


30. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
When lane is of substandard length.
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.


31. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching 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 it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
500 ft.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


32. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
When lane is of substandard length.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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


33. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
Bump warning sign
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.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.


34. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Use a low gear to 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.
An exhaust emission system.
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


35. 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.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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.


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

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37. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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.
Do not pass other vehicles.
The broken lane marker is white.


38. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
The broken lane marker is white.


39. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


40. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
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.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
An exhaust emission system.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


41. 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
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)
An exhaust emission system.


42. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
Keep at least two seconds away.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.


43. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
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
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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.


44. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
Two years.
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 car on the two-lane road should yield.
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.


45. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.


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

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47. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
500 ft.
No less than 20 feet.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


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

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

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

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