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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
No less than 20 feet.
No less then 15 feet.
Lower (dim) headlights.

2. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.

3. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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.
The broken lane marker is white.
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

4. 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Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.

5. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.

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

7. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
When lane is of substandard length.
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.

8. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.

9. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.

10. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Lower (dim) headlights.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.
3 inches.

11. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
An exhaust emission system.
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.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Bump warning sign

12. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
Turn wheels to the right
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
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.

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

14. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your 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
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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.
3 inches.

15. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Two years.
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.

16. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
3 inches.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.

17. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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
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. 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.
3 inches.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Bump warning sign

19. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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.

20. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Do not pass other vehicles.
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
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

21. When are accident reports required?

22. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
110 feet

23. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
No less then 15 feet.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

24. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
To reduce air pollution.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Turn wheels to the right

25. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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.
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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.
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

26. 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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
6 inches

27. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
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
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
No less then 15 feet.

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

29. 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?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
100 ft (five car lengths)

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

31. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
15 mph
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

32. 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
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.

33. Why are seat belts important?
30 mph
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.

34. 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
100 ft (five car lengths)
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
To reduce air pollution.

35. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
'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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.

36. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
The broken lane marker is white.
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

37. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.

38. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
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.

39. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Two years.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.

40. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
3 inches.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.

41. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

42. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
6 inches
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.
No less then 15 feet.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

43. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

44. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
3 inches.
Do not pass other vehicles.
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45. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
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 a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Turn wheels to the 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.

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

47. Describe the 'Yield' sign
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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.

48. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
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.
500 ft.
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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

49. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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
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.

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