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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
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Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
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
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.

2. 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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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.
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.

3. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
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.
Turn wheels to the right
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Keep at least two seconds away.

4. 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.
15 mph
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.

5. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
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.
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.
Turn wheels to the right
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.

6. 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.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
$200

7. What should you do if you discover you are in the wrong lane to make a turn as you enter an intersection?

8. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
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
The broken lane marker is white.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

9. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
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
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Two years.

10. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

11. Describe the 'Yield' sign
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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
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.

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

13. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
500 ft.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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14. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Bump warning sign
6 inches

15. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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
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.

16. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
30 mph
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.

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

18. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.

19. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

20. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
No less then 15 feet.
An exhaust emission system.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.

21. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.

22. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
The broken lane marker is white.

23. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
30 mph
No less then 15 feet.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.

24. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

25. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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
500 ft.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.

26. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
110 feet
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

27. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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An exhaust emission system.
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.

28. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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.

29. When are accident reports required?

30. Under what conditions must you always stop?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
30 mph

31. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
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.
110 feet
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Lower (dim) headlights.

32. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
Do not pass other vehicles.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph

33. Why are seat belts important?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.

34. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

35. 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.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Do not pass other vehicles.

36. 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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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
3 inches.

37. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
500 ft.
Lower (dim) headlights.
6 inches

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

39. 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?
15 mph
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
No less than 20 feet.
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.

40. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
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.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's 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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

41. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

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

43. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
$200
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.
When lane is of substandard length.

44. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

45. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
When lane is of substandard length.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
To reduce air pollution.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

46. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
30 mph
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Bump warning sign
The broken lane marker is white.

47. 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?
To reduce air pollution.
The broken lane marker is white.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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

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

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

50. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
The broken lane marker is white.
An exhaust emission system.