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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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 is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.

2. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
No less then 15 feet.
An exhaust emission system.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.

3. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
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.
Keep at least two seconds away.
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.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

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

5. When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road - which one must yield the right-of-way?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.

6. Describe the 'Yield' sign
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Turn wheels to the right

7. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.

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

9. You should dim your lights when you are within How many feet of an approaching car?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
500 ft.
Turn wheels to the right

10. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Two years.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
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. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
The broken lane marker is white.
Lower (dim) headlights.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
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.

12. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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.
To reduce air pollution.

13. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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

14. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Do not pass other vehicles.
6 inches
Lower (dim) headlights.

15. How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
100 ft (five car lengths)
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
$200
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.

16. What should you do if you discover you are in the wrong lane to make a turn as you enter an intersection?

17. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
An exhaust emission system.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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
6 inches

18. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
30 mph
On his next birth date after date of issuance.

19. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
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.
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
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.

20. How should you react to a flashing red light?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.

21. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
6 inches
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.

22. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
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.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.

23. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
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.
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.
Bump warning sign
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

24. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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
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's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.

25. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
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.
An exhaust emission system.
Lower (dim) headlights.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.

26. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

27. What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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 means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.

28. Why are seat belts important?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
18
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.

29. Within How many feet of a crosswalk may you park - when parking near a corner?
No less than 20 feet.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
30 mph

30. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Keep at least two seconds away.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
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.

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

32. When are accident reports required?

33. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
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.
3 inches.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

34. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
18

35. At what time of day should your headlights be turned on?
15 mph
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 means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.

36. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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.
6 inches
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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

37. 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.
When lane is of substandard length.
30 mph
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.

38. 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
To reduce air pollution.
500 ft.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

39. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Lower (dim) headlights.

40. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.

41. In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
Turn wheels to the right
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
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.

42. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Keep at least two seconds away.

43. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
110 feet
Turn wheels to the right
500 ft.

44. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
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.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

45. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.
One lane merging onto the arrow that's pointing ahead.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.

46. What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
30 mph
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
$200
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

47. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
110 feet
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
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.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.

48. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
No less than 20 feet.
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

49. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
Lower (dim) headlights.
Do not pass other vehicles.
Two years.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.

50. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
No less than 20 feet.
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.