Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
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.


2. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
30 mph
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
15 mph
To reduce air pollution.


3. 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?
18
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
500 ft.
100 ft (five car lengths)


4. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
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
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.


5. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


6. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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.
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


7. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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
The car on the two-lane road should yield.


8. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Turn wheels to the 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.
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


9. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
Two years.
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
500 ft.


10. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.


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?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Two years.


12. 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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13. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


14. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
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.
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.
110 feet


15. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
No less then 15 feet.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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) 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


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

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17. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.
Turn wheels to the right
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.


18. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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 must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


19. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.


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


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

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22. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
Two years.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.


23. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
15 mph


24. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
When lane is of substandard length.
3 inches.


25. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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
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.


26. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
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.
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.
Do not pass other vehicles.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


27. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
6 inches


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

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29. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
$200
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Do not pass other vehicles.
100 ft (five car lengths)


30. How should you react to a flashing red light?
$200
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


31. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


32. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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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 lane is of substandard length.
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.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' 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.


34. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
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
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Bump warning sign


35. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.


36. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
The broken lane marker is white.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


37. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
18
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.
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.


38. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
No less than 20 feet.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Lower (dim) headlights.


39. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
500 ft.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.


40. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
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
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Do not pass other vehicles.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


41. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Do not pass other vehicles.
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.


42. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
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.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Two years.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.


43. When are accident reports required?

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44. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
6 inches
The broken lane marker is white.
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
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


45. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
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.
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
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


46. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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 road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
To reduce air pollution.


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

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48. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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.
The broken lane marker is white.


49. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
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.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
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.


50. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
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.
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
Bump warning sign
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.