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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
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.
Turn wheels to the right
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph

2. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
110 feet
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
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 still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.

3. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
No less then 15 feet.
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.

4. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Keep at least two seconds away.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

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

6. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Keep at least two seconds away.
110 feet

7. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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
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
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.

8. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
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
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.
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
To reduce air pollution.

9. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
3 inches.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

10. 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.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.

11. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
Bump warning sign
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
15 mph

12. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.

13. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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.
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.

14. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
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.
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
Lower (dim) headlights.
6 inches

15. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.

16. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
30 mph
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Lower (dim) headlights.

17. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
6 inches
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
110 feet
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

18. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.

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

20. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
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.

21. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
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
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.

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

23. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Bump warning sign
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.
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

24. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
15 mph
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.
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.

25. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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
500 ft.

26. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
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
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
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.

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

28. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
No less than 20 feet.
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.

29. 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.
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.
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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

30. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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

32. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Turn wheels to the right
Keep at least two seconds away.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
When lane is of substandard length.

33. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
Do not pass other 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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.

34. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.

35. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
500 ft.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

36. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
Keep at least two seconds away.
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
Turn wheels to the right

37. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.

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

39. 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
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.

40. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
To reduce air pollution.
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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

41. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
The broken lane marker is white.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.

42. 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?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
15 mph
30 mph
Lower (dim) headlights.

43. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
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.
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 road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

44. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.

45. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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.
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

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

47. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
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
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.
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.

48. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
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
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
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Bump warning sign

49. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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.

50. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.