Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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• Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


2. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
$200
To reduce air pollution.
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
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.


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


4. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


5. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
110 feet
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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.


6. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.
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.
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.


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


8. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
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.
18
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


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


10. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.


11. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


12. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
30 mph
The broken lane marker is white.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
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.


13. 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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
30 mph
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


14. 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.
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.
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


15. 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
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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Two years.


16. Why are seat belts important?
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.


17. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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
$200


18. When are accident reports required?


19. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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
When lane is of substandard length.
110 feet


20. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
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.
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.
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
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


21. Under what conditions should headlights be used?


22. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
An exhaust emission system.
$200
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


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


24. 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) 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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
15 mph
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


25. Under what conditions must you always stop?
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.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Bump warning sign
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


26. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
3 inches.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
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.


27. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
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.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
3 inches.


28. 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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
$200
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.


29. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
15 mph
The broken lane marker is white.
No less than 20 feet.


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


31. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
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.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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


32. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)
110 feet
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.


33. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
18
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Keep at least two seconds away.


34. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
6 inches
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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.


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


36. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
110 feet
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
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.


37. 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
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.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


38. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


39. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
No less then 15 feet.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Two years.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


40. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
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.
Bump warning sign
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


41. Describe the 'Yield' sign
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.
110 feet
When lane is of substandard length.
No less than 20 feet.


42. 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.
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
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.


43. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.


44. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


45. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
18
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Two years.


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


47. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
No less then 15 feet.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


48. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Do not pass other vehicles.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.


49. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
30 mph
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.


50. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
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.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
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 should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.