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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
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.
The broken lane marker is white.
500 ft.
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.

2. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
6 inches
No less then 15 feet.

3. 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.
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
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.

4. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
No less than 20 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.
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.

5. 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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.

6. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet 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
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
An exhaust emission system.

7. How should you react to a flashing red light?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

8. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
The broken lane marker is white.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.

9. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
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.
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
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

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

11. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
When lane is of substandard length.
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Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

12. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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.
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 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

13. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
To reduce air pollution.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
An exhaust emission system.
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.

14. 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 must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.
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.

15. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

16. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
$200
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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.

17. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
$200
15 mph
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

18. 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?
Two years.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.

19. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Keep at least two seconds away.
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.

20. Under what conditions must you always stop?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.

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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

22. 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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
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.

23. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Bump warning sign
6 inches
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.

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

25. 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.
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
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26. When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility?

27. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
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.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
When lane is of substandard length.

28. 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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
No less than 20 feet.

29. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
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 should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

30. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.

31. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
500 ft.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
6 inches

32. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.

33. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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.
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.
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
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

34. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
When lane is of substandard length.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.

35. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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
Lower (dim) headlights.

36. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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
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.

37. When are accident reports required?

38. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
Two years.
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.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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39. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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40. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
110 feet
Do not pass other vehicles.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

41. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
500 ft.
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.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.

42. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
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.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
No less then 15 feet.

43. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
To reduce air pollution.
Bump warning sign

44. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
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.
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
No less than 20 feet.
No less then 15 feet.

45. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
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.

46. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
$200
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
Keep at least two seconds away.

47. 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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.

48. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
Turn wheels to the right
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
3 inches.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.

49. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
$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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.

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