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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
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 inches.
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.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

2. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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.

3. 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.
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.
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 less then 15 feet.

4. 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?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
100 ft (five car lengths)
110 feet
Turn wheels to the right

5. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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.
Do not pass other vehicles.
To reduce air pollution.

6. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
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.
110 feet
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.

7. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
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
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
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.

8. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.

9. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.

10. 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.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Do not pass other vehicles.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

11. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
An exhaust emission system.
6 inches
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.

12. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
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
3 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.

13. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

14. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
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.
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When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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.

15. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

16. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
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 it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

17. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
Bump warning sign
Keep at least two seconds away.
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
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.

18. 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?
15 mph
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
500 ft.

19. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
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. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
When lane is of substandard length.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
6 inches

21. Why are seat belts important?
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.

22. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
30 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.

23. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Turn wheels to the right
6 inches
Do not pass other vehicles.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.

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

25. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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 must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
An exhaust emission system.

26. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
6 inches
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
When lane is of substandard length.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

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

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

29. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

30. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
500 ft.
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
To reduce air pollution.

31. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.

32. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
To reduce air pollution.
No less then 15 feet.

33. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
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.
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 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

34. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
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
An exhaust emission system.
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.

35. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
6 inches
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

36. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
The broken lane marker is white.
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
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.

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

38. How should you react to a flashing red light?
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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

39. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
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.
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.

40. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
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
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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41. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
110 feet
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

42. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
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 broken lane marker is white.
3 inches.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.

43. Under what conditions must you always stop?
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An exhaust emission system.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

44. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
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 is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
An exhaust emission system.

45. 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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

46. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

47. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
Two years.
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.
$200

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

49. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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

50. 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.
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
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.