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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Keep at least two seconds away.

2. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
15 mph
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

3. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
When lane is of substandard length.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

4. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
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 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.
Turn wheels to the right

5. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Lower (dim) headlights.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.

6. 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Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.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) 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
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
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.

7. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
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.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

8. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
An exhaust emission system.
30 mph
15 mph
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.

9. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
Turn wheels to the right
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.

10. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
An exhaust emission system.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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.
No less than 20 feet.

11. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.

12. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
500 ft.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.

13. How should you react to a flashing red light?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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
Keep at least two seconds away.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.

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

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

16. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
110 feet
When lane is of substandard length.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

17. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding 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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
The broken lane marker is white.

18. 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?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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

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

20. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Turn wheels to the right
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.

21. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
When lane is of substandard length.
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.

22. 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.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
110 feet

23. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
18
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
Do not pass other vehicles.
30 mph

24. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
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.
Do not pass other vehicles.
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.

25. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
100 ft (five car lengths)
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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.
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.

26. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
Lower (dim) headlights.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
The broken lane marker is white.

27. 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
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.

28. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
500 ft.
30 mph

29. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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

30. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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.
No less then 15 feet.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
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.

31. Why are seat belts important?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
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 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
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

32. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
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
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.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.

33. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
6 inches
The broken lane marker is white.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
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.

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

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

36. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
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.
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's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Lower (dim) headlights.

37. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.

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

39. 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.
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
15 mph

40. 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?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
15 mph
To reduce air pollution.
Bump warning sign

41. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
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
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.

42. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
Lower (dim) headlights.
When lane is of substandard length.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.

43. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Turn wheels to the right
Bump warning sign

44. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
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.
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
No less then 15 feet.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.

45. Under what conditions must you always stop?
15 mph
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Lower (dim) headlights.

46. 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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
Two years.

47. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
To reduce air pollution.
Two years.
$200
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

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?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
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
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.

49. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
15 mph

50. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
110 feet
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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