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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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.

1. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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2. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
Do not pass other vehicles.
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
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. 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


3. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
100 ft (five car lengths)
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
18
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


4. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
18
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.


5. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Two years.
Lower (dim) headlights.


6. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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.
No less than 20 feet.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


7. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
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
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


8. When are accident reports required?

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9. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
Two years.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.


10. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
15 mph
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.
500 ft.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.


11. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
When lane is of substandard length.
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
Do not pass other vehicles.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


12. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


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

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14. 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.
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.
$200
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


15. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
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.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


16. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Two years.
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.
Do not pass other vehicles.


17. 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.
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.
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.
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


18. Describe the 'Yield' sign
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.


19. 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)
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Keep at least two seconds away.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


20. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
To reduce air pollution.
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.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


21. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


23. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


24. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
6 inches


25. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Two years.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
18


26. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
Turn wheels to the right
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
$200


27. Why are seat belts important?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Bump warning sign
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


28. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
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
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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.
30 mph


29. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


30. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
6 inches
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


31. 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?
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
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
15 mph


32. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
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.
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.


33. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.


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


35. 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.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.


36. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
No less then 15 feet.
Bump warning sign
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


37. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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


38. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
100 ft (five car lengths)
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Do not pass other vehicles.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.


39. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
500 ft.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


40. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
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
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.


41. Under what conditions must you always stop?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Keep at least two seconds away.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
3 inches.


42. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
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.
110 feet


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

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

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45. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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.
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.


46. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


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

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48. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
30 mph
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
Turn wheels to the right
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


49. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
500 ft.


50. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
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
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.