Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
30 mph
110 feet
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


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

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3. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
Turn wheels to the right
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Two years.


4. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
Two years.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Bump warning sign
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


5. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
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 help slow your vehicle down.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


6. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
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.
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.
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


7. 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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8. 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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
500 ft.


9. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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. 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
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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.


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

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12. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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.
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.
18
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


13. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
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.
500 ft.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


14. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
15 mph
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


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

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16. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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
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
110 feet


17. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
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
18
To reduce air pollution.
Do not pass other vehicles.


18. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
15 mph
Bump warning sign


19. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
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
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.
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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


20. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
6 inches
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
30 mph


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

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22. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


23. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
110 feet
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 is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


24. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
When lane is of substandard length.
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
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. 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
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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.


26. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
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
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Bump warning sign


27. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.


28. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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.


29. When are accident reports required?

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30. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


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?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
$200
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
15 mph


32. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
500 ft.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
18
3 inches.


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

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34. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
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
Turn wheels to the right
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
No less than 20 feet.


35. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
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.
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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


36. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Turn wheels to the right
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


37. 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?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
3 inches.


39. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
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
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
No less than 20 feet.
3 inches.


40. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
Bump warning sign
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


41. 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
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
The broken lane marker is white.
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


42. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
Keep at least two seconds away.
An exhaust emission system.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Two years.


43. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
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
The broken lane marker is white.
Turn wheels to the right
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.


44. 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.
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
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.


45. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
Do not pass other vehicles.
To reduce air pollution.
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.


46. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
When lane is of substandard length.


47. Under what conditions must you always stop?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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.


48. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


49. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's 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
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.


50. 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.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.