Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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• Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. How should you react to a flashing red light?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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


2. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
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.
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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Lower (dim) headlights.


3. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
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.
6 inches
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 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.


4. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
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.


5. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
3 inches.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
30 mph


6. 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
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.
15 mph
Two years.


7. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
30 mph
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.


8. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
500 ft.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


9. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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 than 20 feet.
18


10. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
6 inches
15 mph


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

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12. 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.
The broken lane marker is white.
Keep at least two seconds away.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


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

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14. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.
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 the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


15. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
18
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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.
When lane is of substandard length.


16. Which sign tells you to watch out for a train?

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17. 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
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
The broken lane marker is white.


18. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
No less then 15 feet.
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.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.


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

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20. 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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
6 inches
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.


21. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
Keep at least two seconds away.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Bump warning sign
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.


22. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.


23. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
6 inches
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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


24. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
No less then 15 feet.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.


25. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
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.
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.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


26. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
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.
110 feet
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.


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

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28. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
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. 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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.


29. 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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30. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
15 mph


31. Why are seat belts important?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
No less then 15 feet.
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.


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

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33. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
Lower (dim) headlights.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.


34. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


35. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


36. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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
An exhaust emission system.


37. 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?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
100 ft (five car lengths)


38. When are accident reports required?

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39. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
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
Two years.
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
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


40. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.


41. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
Bump warning sign
Do not pass other vehicles.
$200
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


42. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
When lane is of substandard length.
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.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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


43. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
The broken lane marker is white.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
No less then 15 feet.


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

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45. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


46. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
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
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Turn wheels to the right
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


47. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
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) 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.
The broken lane marker is white.


48. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.


49. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
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
When lane is of substandard length.
The broken lane marker is white.


50. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Do not pass other vehicles.