Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


2. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
100 ft (five car lengths)
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.
110 feet
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.


3. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.


4. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
Lower (dim) headlights.
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
500 ft.
Do not pass other vehicles.


5. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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6. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
When lane is of substandard length.
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.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


7. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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
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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


8. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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
Lower (dim) headlights.
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 a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.


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

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10. 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?
100 ft (five car lengths)
15 mph
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.


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

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12. 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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13. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet 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.


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

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15. 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.
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500 ft.
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.


16. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
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
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.


17. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
110 feet
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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.
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


18. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
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.


19. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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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.
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.


20. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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21. Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow?

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22. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Do not pass other vehicles.
6 inches
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.


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

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24. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
Lower (dim) headlights.
No less than 20 feet.
110 feet
To reduce air pollution.


25. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


26. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.


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


28. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
No less then 15 feet.


29. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
500 ft.


30. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
The broken lane marker is white.
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


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

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32. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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.


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


34. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.


35. Describe the 'Yield' sign
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
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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.
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.


36. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
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
Lower (dim) headlights.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.


37. 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.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.


38. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
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.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.


39. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
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.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.


40. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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
No less than 20 feet.


41. Under what conditions must you always 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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


42. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
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.
The broken lane marker is white.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.


43. How should you react to a flashing red light?
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.
Turn wheels to the right
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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.


44. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
110 feet
500 ft.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


45. 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.
No less then 15 feet.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
To reduce air pollution.


46. Once the brakes have been applied about How many feet does a car 70mph travel before it comes
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
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


47. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
Two years.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
The broken lane marker is white.
To reduce air pollution.


48. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


49. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.


50. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
$200