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Texas Drivers Handbook Test

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1. What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend the left fender of your car?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
When lane is of substandard length.
3 inches.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.

2. What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean?
To reduce air pollution.
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.
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.

3. Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?
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
30 mph
Keep at least two seconds away.

4. What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

5. Under what conditions should headlights be used?

6. What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign - and how should the driver react when he sees one?
6 inches
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.
Bump warning sign
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.

7. When following another car - What is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
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
Keep at least two seconds away.
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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.

8. How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
No less then 15 feet.
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.
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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

9. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.
Lower (dim) headlights.
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow - yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

10. Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
15 mph
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
To reduce air pollution.
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

11. What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
Do not pass other vehicles.
No less then 15 feet.

12. What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
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.
30 mph
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
To reduce air pollution.

13. Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
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.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
Parking lights or lower beam headlights.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.

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?
It must be reported to the Driver License Office within 30 days.
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
15 mph
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.

15. What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
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.
Same regulations as drivers - but ride as far right in the lane as possible.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
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

16. When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
When lane is of substandard length.
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

17. Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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.
Loop ### - rectangle with black writing.
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
Two years.

18. If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future - How many years must such proof be kept up?
15 mph
When lane is of substandard length.
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.
Two years.

19. How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something Which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
The road curves one way (right) and then the other way (left). Slow down - keep right - and do not pass.
You must obey the traffic officer at all times.
The car on the two-lane road should yield.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.

20. What sign warns you that you must slow down?
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.
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.
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

21. What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?
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.
110 feet
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22. When needed - how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
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
110 feet
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

23. What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.
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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.

24. How should you react to a flashing red light?
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
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.
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.

25. About How many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
'Slower Traffic Keep Right' sign.
110 feet
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.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

26. Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
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
An exhaust emission system.

27. What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?
Parking lights or lower beam 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.
Turn wheels to the right

28. When a driver is waiting to make a left turn - What is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
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.
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
Do not pass other vehicles.
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.

29. 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?
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
100 ft (five car lengths)
Two years.
It takes 387 feet for the car to stop.

30. In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.
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
An exhaust emission system.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
500 ft.

31. What circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
Suspension/revocation action from another state - parental authorization withdrawn - voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes - and false statement on application.
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.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.

32. 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.
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.
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.

33. What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts..
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.
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 mph

34. What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
Take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.
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 broken lane marker is white.
Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.

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

36. What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
To reduce air pollution.
When lane is of substandard length.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.
$200

37. When are accident reports required?

38. Describe the 'Yield' sign
Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection - and then proceed carefully.
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.
Bump warning sign
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

39. When parked parralell - your curbside wheels must be no more than How many inches from the curb?
To reduce air pollution.
An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.
On his next birth date after date of issuance.
6 inches

40. What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
Must be a licensed driver - and at least 21 years old. The student must have a instruction permit.
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.
Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime - 65 mph

41. 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.
You should stop prior to the sidewalk and yield the right-of-way to all approaching pedestrians.
Yellow - diamond - and a squiggly line pointing ahead.
Crossroad ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

42. Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog
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.
Lower (dim) headlights.
It is a yellow diamond and shows that the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. Slow down and use caution.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

43. On a one-way street - what color is the broken lane marker?
The broken lane marker is white.
Passing/overtaking - left turn at intersection - unsafe conditions in roadway - lane's width is inappropriate.
No less then 15 feet.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

44. Describe What you should do if you have a blowout while driving?
It is still up to you to renew your license. Send in an application for renewal.
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.
Move the car off the pavement - turn on emergency warning lights - and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.

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

46. In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Bump warning sign
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
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

47. What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.
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.
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.

48. What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?
3 inches.
It's a colorless - deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.
Bump warning sign
It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead. Slow down - look carefully in all directions.

49. What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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.
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.
Half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise.
Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.

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