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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. Under what conditions must you always stop?
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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency 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
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

2. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
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
No less then 15 feet.
Bump warning sign
500 ft.

3. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic 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.
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 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.

4. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
30 mph

5. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
18
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.

6. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

7. 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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.

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

9. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.
Turn wheels to the right

10. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
$200
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Bump warning sign

11. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
500 ft.
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.
Two years.

12. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
6 inches
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
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.

13. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
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) 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.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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

14. 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?
100 ft (five car lengths)
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.

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

16. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching 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

17. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

18. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
$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
When lane is of substandard length.
110 feet

19. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
3 inches.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
The broken lane marker is white.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.

20. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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 is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Bump warning sign
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

21. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
No less then 15 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

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

23. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while 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
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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. 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.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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

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

26. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
When lane is of substandard length.
No less then 15 feet.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.

27. 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
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

28. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
No less then 15 feet.
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.

29. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
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.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
No less than 20 feet.

30. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
To reduce air pollution.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.

31. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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
Bump warning sign

32. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
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.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
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
No less than 20 feet.

33. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph

34. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
15 mph
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

35. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
500 ft.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

36. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

37. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
6 inches
100 ft (five car lengths)
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

38. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
15 mph
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.

39. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
'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.
An exhaust emission system.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.

40. When are accident reports required?

41. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
15 mph
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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. 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.
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
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Two years.

43. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
500 ft.
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 allow another vehicle or roadway user to proceed first - when they have the privilege of having immediate use of a part of a roadway.

44. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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
Turn wheels to the right

45. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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.
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

46. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
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
500 ft.
15 mph
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.

47. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
15 mph
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

48. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
18
6 inches
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.

49. Describe the 'Yield' 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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

50. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.