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1. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
No less then 15 feet.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

2. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
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 then 15 feet.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Two years.

3. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
No less then 15 feet.
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
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

4. 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
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

5. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
To reduce air pollution.
$200
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)

6. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.

7. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
No less than 20 feet.
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Bump warning sign

8. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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

9. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
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.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

10. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Turn wheels to the right
When lane is of substandard length.
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

11. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
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 must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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.

12. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
Do not pass other vehicles.
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
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.

13. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.

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

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15. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
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.
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.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.

16. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
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.

17. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
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
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

18. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.
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 advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.

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

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20. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
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.
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.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.

21. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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.
6 inches
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

22. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
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
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.

23. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
Keep at least two seconds away.
$200
An exhaust emission system.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

24. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.

25. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.
Bump warning sign
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.

26. How should you react to a flashing red light?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.

27. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
18
To reduce air pollution.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

28. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
When lane is of substandard length.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Do not pass other vehicles.
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.

29. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
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
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.

30. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
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
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
15 mph

31. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
6 inches
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.

32. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
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.
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
An exhaust emission system.

33. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Two years.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.

34. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
An exhaust emission system.
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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.

35. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.

36. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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.
When lane is of substandard length.

37. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
When lane is of substandard length.
6 inches
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
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38. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
To reduce air pollution.
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.

39. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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
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

40. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
500 ft.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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Two years.

41. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender 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
3 inches.
To reduce air pollution.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.

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

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

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44. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.

45. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Bump warning sign
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.

46. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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
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

47. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
110 feet
15 mph
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.

48. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
Bump warning sign
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
110 feet

49. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
The broken lane marker is white.
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.

50. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
30 mph

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