Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. 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.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
500 ft.


2. Why are seat belts important?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
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.
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.


3. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
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.
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


4. 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
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Bump warning sign
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.


5. 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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6. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
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
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.


7. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
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
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
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
Do not pass other vehicles.


8. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
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 it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.


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

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10. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Two years.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.


11. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
6 inches
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Bump warning sign
The car on the two-lane road should yield.


12. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
Keep at least two seconds away.
When lane is of substandard length.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.


13. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
500 ft.


14. 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?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
15 mph


15. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Do not pass other vehicles.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
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


16. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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.
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
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph


17. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
3 inches.
An exhaust emission system.
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.


18. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.


19. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
Keep at least two seconds away.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


20. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
No less then 15 feet.


21. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.


22. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
The broken lane marker is white.
No less than 20 feet.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


23. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
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.
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
18
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.


24. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
500 ft.


25. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
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
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
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.
Turn wheels to the right


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

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

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28. What is meant by 'Defensive 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
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 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.


29. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
3 inches.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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.


30. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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


31. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
$200
100 ft (five car lengths)
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
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.


32. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
No less then 15 feet.
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.
To reduce air pollution.


33. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
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.
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.
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


34. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
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
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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.


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

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36. Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
110 feet


37. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
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
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


38. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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
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


39. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
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.
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.


40. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
When lane is of substandard length.


41. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
Two years.
15 mph
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
Do not pass other vehicles.


42. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Two years.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


43. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Keep at least two seconds away.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.


44. If you are driving and hear a siren coming?
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.


45. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
15 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
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.


46. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
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
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Do not pass other vehicles.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


47. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
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.
Bump warning sign
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


48. To what agency in within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
Do not pass other vehicles.
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.
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
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.


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

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