Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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• Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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• Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. 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
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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.


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

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3. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
500 ft.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.


4. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


5. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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6. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
30 mph
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
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.


7. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
Keep at least two seconds away.
No less than 20 feet.
When lane is of substandard length.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


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

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9. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.


10. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


11. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
Do not pass other vehicles.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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


12. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
Turn wheels to the right
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
30 mph
18


13. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
$200
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Do not pass other vehicles.
Turn wheels to the right


14. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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.
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.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.


16. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
3 inches.
18
Do not pass other vehicles.


17. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
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.
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.
30 mph
18


18. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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
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.
The broken lane marker is white.


19. When are accident reports required?

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20. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
3 inches.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
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.


21. 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?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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
To reduce air pollution.


22. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
6 inches
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


23. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.
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.


24. Under what conditions must you always stop?
Bump warning sign
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency 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.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


25. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
30 mph
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


26. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


27. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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.
18
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


28. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
Keep at least two seconds away.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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.


29. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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.
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


30. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
When lane is of substandard length.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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


31. 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.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.


32. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
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
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.


33. 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.
No less then 15 feet.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.


34. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
Two years.
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.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.


35. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
15 mph
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
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.


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

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37. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
110 feet
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


38. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
18
An exhaust emission system.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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.


39. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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
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.


40. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
No less than 20 feet.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
500 ft.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


41. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
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.
Two years.
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


42. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
6 inches
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.


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

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


45. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


46. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
No less than 20 feet.
Two years.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.


47. How should you react to a flashing red light?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
6 inches


48. 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.
500 ft.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
18


49. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
500 ft.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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.


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

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