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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
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.
Do not pass other vehicles.
Lower (dim) headlights.

2. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
No less then 15 feet.
$200
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.
Bump warning sign

3. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
To reduce air pollution.
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.

4. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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.
Bump warning sign
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.

5. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Two years.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.

6. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
Do not pass other vehicles.
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.
500 ft.
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. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
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.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
When lane is of substandard length.
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.

8. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
To reduce air pollution.

9. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
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.
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
Two years.

10. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
The broken lane marker is white.

11. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)
30 mph
Turn wheels to the right

12. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Bump warning sign
110 feet
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
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.

13. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
To reduce air pollution.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.
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

14. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
500 ft.
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.
The broken lane marker is white.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.

15. 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.
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.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.

16. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
15 mph
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 is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.

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

18. 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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
$200
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

19. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
Bump warning sign
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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
No less then 15 feet.

20. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
To reduce air pollution.

21. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.

22. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
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.
Bump warning sign

23. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Turn wheels to the right
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

24. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
When lane is of substandard length.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

25. Under what conditions must you always stop?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.

26. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.

27. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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

28. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
110 feet

29. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
18
When lane is of substandard length.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
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. 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?
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
100 ft (five car lengths)
6 inches
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.

31. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
No less than 20 feet.
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.
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
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.

32. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
6 inches
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
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

33. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
When lane is of substandard length.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Turn wheels to the right

34. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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
$200
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

35. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Bump warning sign
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

36. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Turn wheels to the right
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

37. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
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
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
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.

38. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
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
An exhaust emission system.
When lane is of substandard length.
6 inches

39. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
100 ft (five car lengths)

40. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.

41. 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.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.

42. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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
30 mph

43. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
Lower (dim) headlights.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.
Two years.

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

45. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Two years.
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.
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

46. 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?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
15 mph
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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.

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

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

49. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
The broken lane marker is white.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
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.

50. Describe the 'Yield' sign
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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
Bump warning sign
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.