Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
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.
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


2. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
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 is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
To reduce air pollution.


3. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
When lane is of substandard length.
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
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.


4. 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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5. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
When lane is of substandard length.
Keep at least two seconds away.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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.


6. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
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.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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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


7. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
6 inches
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
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.


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

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9. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
The broken lane marker is white.
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
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


10. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
No less then 15 feet.


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

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12. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Do not pass other vehicles.
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.
110 feet
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


13. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.
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.


14. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
The broken lane marker is white.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


15. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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16. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
To reduce air pollution.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


17. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
When lane is of substandard length.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


18. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
110 feet
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.


19. 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.
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
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


20. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
No less than 20 feet.
6 inches
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.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


21. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.


22. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
Bump warning sign
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
To reduce air pollution.
No less then 15 feet.


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

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24. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
500 ft.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.


25. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
30 mph
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.


26. What sign warns you that you must slow 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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.


27. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


28. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
To reduce air pollution.
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 must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Do not pass other vehicles.


29. 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.
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Turn wheels to the right


30. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
To reduce air pollution.
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


31. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
Do not pass other vehicles.
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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


32. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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
An exhaust emission system.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.


33. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
Do not pass other vehicles.
No less than 20 feet.
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 means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


34. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
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The broken lane marker is white.
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.
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


35. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
6 inches
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.


36. Under what conditions must you always stop?
The broken lane marker is white.
Lower (dim) headlights.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


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

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38. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
To reduce air pollution.
Do not pass other vehicles.
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No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


39. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.
When lane is of substandard length.


40. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
No less then 15 feet.
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.


41. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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.


42. 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?
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.
15 mph
Keep at least two seconds away.
The broken lane marker is white.


43. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
When lane is of substandard length.
Two years.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.


44. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
3 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
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


45. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
An exhaust emission system.


46. Why are seat belts important?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
500 ft.
No less than 20 feet.
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.


47. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
3 inches.
Two years.
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.
When lane is of substandard length.


48. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
No less than 20 feet.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
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
15 mph


49. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
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
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Two years.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


50. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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.