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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
15 mph
Lower (dim) headlights.
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

2. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Two years.

3. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
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
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
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.

4. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
No less then 15 feet.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Lower (dim) headlights.

5. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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
Turn wheels to the right

6. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
No less than 20 feet.
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.
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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7. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
No less then 15 feet.
To reduce air pollution.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

8. 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.
Two years.
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 road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

9. When are accident reports required?

10. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
30 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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
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. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
No less then 15 feet.
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

12. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
6 inches
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.

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

14. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

15. 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.
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.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

16. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Do not pass other 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
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

17. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Keep at least two seconds away.
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. When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility?

19. 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.
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
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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

20. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.

21. 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
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.
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 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.

22. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
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
15 mph
Do not pass other vehicles.

23. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
The broken lane marker is white.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.

24. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
Turn wheels to the right
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

25. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
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)
No less than 20 feet.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.

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

27. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
When lane is of substandard length.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
An exhaust emission system.

28. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
No less than 20 feet.

29. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
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.
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.
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.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.

30. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
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.
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
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

31. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
500 ft.
3 inches.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
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

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.
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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
The broken lane marker is white.
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

33. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
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.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

34. 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?
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
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)

35. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
6 inches
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
15 mph
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

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

37. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
When lane is of substandard length.

38. Why are seat belts important?
Keep at least two seconds away.
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.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.

39. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
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.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Do not pass other vehicles.

40. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
An exhaust emission system.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
To reduce air pollution.

41. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
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 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.
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.

42. 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.
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.
No less then 15 feet.

43. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
Do not pass other vehicles.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Two years.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

44. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
Do not pass other vehicles.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
When lane is of substandard length.
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

45. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.

46. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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.
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.

47. Under what conditions must you always stop?
Do not pass other vehicles.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency 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
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.

48. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
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
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.

49. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
110 feet
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
30 mph

50. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
Bump warning sign
500 ft.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph