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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?






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


3. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?






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


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


6. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?






7. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?






8. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?






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






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






11. Under what conditions must you always stop?






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


13. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?






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


15. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?






16. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?






17. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?






18. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?






19. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?






20. What sign warns you that you must slow down?






21. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?






22. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?






23. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.






24. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?






25. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'






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


27. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?






28. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?






29. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?






30. Under what conditions should headlights be used?


31. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes






32. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?






33. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?






34. How should you react to a flashing red light?






35. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?






36. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?






37. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?






38. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?






39. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?






40. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?






41. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.






42. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.






43. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..






44. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?






45. When are accident reports required?


46. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?






47. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?






48. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?






49. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?






50. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?