Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
15 mph
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.


2. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
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


3. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
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.
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
110 feet
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


4. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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.
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.


5. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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6. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
When lane is of substandard length.
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.
Two years.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


7. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Bump warning sign
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


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


9. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Bump warning sign
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.


10. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
No less then 15 feet.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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.


11. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
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.
Two years.
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
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.


12. 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)
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
15 mph
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


13. 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.
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.
6 inches
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


14. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


15. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Bump warning sign
500 ft.


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

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17. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Lower (dim) headlights.
6 inches
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.


18. 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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19. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Two years.
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's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.


20. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
To reduce air pollution.
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.


21. 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.
30 mph
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
15 mph


22. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
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.
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
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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


23. Describe the 'Yield' sign
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
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.
$200
Lower (dim) headlights.


24. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.
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.


25. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
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.
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
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.


26. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.
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


27. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
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
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.


28. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
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.
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.


29. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


30. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Turn wheels to the right
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Lower (dim) headlights.


31. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Turn wheels to the right
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


32. 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
Bump warning sign
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
30 mph


33. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
No less than 20 feet.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Turn wheels to the right
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


34. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
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
110 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.


35. 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
No less than 20 feet.
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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.


36. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
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.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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 advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


37. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
No less than 20 feet.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
To reduce air pollution.
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


38. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
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


39. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
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.
No less then 15 feet.
The broken lane marker is white.
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.


40. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
110 feet


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

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

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43. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
110 feet
When lane is of substandard length.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


44. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
30 mph
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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.


45. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
Do not pass other vehicles.
$200
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
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


46. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
30 mph
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.


47. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
18
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
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.
An exhaust emission system.


48. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


49. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
When lane is of substandard length.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


50. Under what conditions must you always stop?
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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Two years.