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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
30 mph
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Keep at least two seconds away.

2. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for 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
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
500 ft.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

3. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
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.
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.

4. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
Turn wheels to the right
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
The broken lane marker is white.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.

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

6. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Turn wheels to the right

7. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
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
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
3 inches.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

8. How should you react to a flashing red light?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
When lane is of substandard length.
Bump warning sign
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.

9. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Lower (dim) headlights.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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

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

11. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
When lane is of substandard length.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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.
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

12. Describe the 'Yield' sign
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.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
$200

13. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.

14. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
To reduce air pollution.
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.
6 inches
110 feet

15. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

16. 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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
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.

17. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
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.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Two years.

18. Why are seat belts important?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

19. 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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.

20. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.

21. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
500 ft.
Two years.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
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.

22. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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

23. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
No less than 20 feet.
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.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.

24. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Turn wheels to the right
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.

25. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
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 lane is of substandard length.
No less then 15 feet.
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

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

27. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
The broken lane marker is white.
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
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.

28. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
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.
Bump warning sign
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
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

29. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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 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.
18

30. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
Bump warning sign

31. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
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.
The broken lane marker is white.

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

33. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 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.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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

34. 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.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.

35. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
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 less than 20 feet.
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.
Do not pass other vehicles.

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

37. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
110 feet
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.

38. 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
15 mph
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.

39. 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.
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
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.
$200

40. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
Two years.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.

41. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
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.
The broken lane marker is white.
No less than 20 feet.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

42. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

43. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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.
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.

44. 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.
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.
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
30 mph

45. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
3 inches.
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.

46. 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.
The broken lane marker is white.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.

47. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.

48. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
No less then 15 feet.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
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.

49. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
$200
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.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.

50. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.