Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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


2. Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?
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.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.


3. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
Upon request - when you're involved in a crash.
30 mph
500 ft.
3 inches.


4. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
To reduce air pollution.
3 inches.
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
500 ft.


5. If a person is under 18 - when does his provisional license expire?
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
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.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.


6. 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?
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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.


7. What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
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.
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.


8. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
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
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
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.


9. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
No less than 20 feet.
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
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10. Describe the 'Yield' sign
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.
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 inches.
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.


11. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
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
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.


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. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
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


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

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

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16. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Stop - locate owner/operator - and give name and address. Or - leave a written notice.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


17. When is it necessary to stop before procceding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
100 ft (five car lengths)
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 obey the traffic officer at all times.


18. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
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.
The broken lane marker is white.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.


19. 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
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.
30 mph
When lane is of substandard length.


20. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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 a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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
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.


21. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

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22. What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
To reduce air pollution.
It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.
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
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.


23. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
They keep you from getting thrown out of your car - hitting the dashboard too hard - and in control of your car.
Do not pass other vehicles.
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.


24. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
Lower (dim) headlights.
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.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.


25. What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
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.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.


26. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
An exhaust emission system.
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.


27. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
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.
15 mph
Keep at least two seconds away.


28. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?
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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.
Yield the right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.


29. What is meant by 'Defensive Driving?'
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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
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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


30. What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state - or for United States outside an urban district?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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.


31. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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.
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Keep at least two seconds away.
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.


32. Describe the emblem Which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?
To reduce air pollution.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.
A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.


33. What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding license is about to expire?
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
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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.


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

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35. What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
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.


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

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37. Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?
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.
$200
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.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.


38. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
Do not pass other vehicles.
No less then 15 feet.
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.


39. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
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.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
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


40. Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
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.
500 ft.
30 mph


41. What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol.
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
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
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.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.


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

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43. What type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
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.
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.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.


44. 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.
Bump warning sign
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.
110 feet


45. Under what conditions must you always stop?
500 ft.
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.
When lane is of substandard length.


46. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
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
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.
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.


47. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.


48. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
The broken lane marker is white.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise - and whenever you can't see clearly.


49. How should you react to a flashing red light?
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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 slow your vehicle down.
30 mph


50. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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.
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
At stop signs - red lights - crosswalks - and for school buses and emergency vehicles.