Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
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
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.


2. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
When lane is of substandard length.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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.


3. 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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4. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
$200
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


5. 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.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
500 ft.


6. 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?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
When lane is of substandard length.
15 mph
Two years.


7. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Bump warning sign
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
100 ft (five car lengths)


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

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9. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
Lower (dim) headlights.
Do not pass other 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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.


10. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching 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.
500 ft.
Turn wheels to the right
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


11. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
6 inches
Turn wheels to the right
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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


12. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
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.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


13. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
To reduce air pollution.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.


14. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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.
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


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


16. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
To reduce air pollution.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
6 inches
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


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

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18. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
100 ft (five car lengths)
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
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
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


19. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
15 mph
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
500 ft.


20. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
An exhaust emission system.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
3 inches.


21. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
3 inches.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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.
When lane is of substandard length.


22. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
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.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
500 ft.
110 feet


23. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
30 mph
When lane is of substandard length.
The broken lane marker is white.


24. 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.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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.
No less than 20 feet.


25. Under what conditions must you always stop?
Do not pass other vehicles.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


26. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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) 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


27. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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
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
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.


28. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
30 mph
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 car on the two-lane road should yield.


29. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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.
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


30. How should you react to a flashing red light?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
6 inches
An exhaust emission system.
Bump warning sign


31. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Two years.


32. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
When lane is of substandard length.
No less then 15 feet.
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
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.


33. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
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 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.


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

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


36. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Turn wheels to the right
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
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


37. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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38. 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.
An exhaust emission system.
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
Keep at least two seconds away.


39. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.


40. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
The broken lane marker is white.


41. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
30 mph
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.


42. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
An exhaust emission system.
No less than 20 feet.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.


43. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
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.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
An exhaust emission system.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


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

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45. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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.


46. 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.
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
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
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


47. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
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 is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


48. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
110 feet
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
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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.


49. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
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
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.


50. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
18
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Two years.