Flashcards Texas Drivers Handbook Quiz

"Slower Traffic Keep Right"sign.

1a

Which sign tells you to keep inthe right-hand lane when

driving slow?

1b

$200

2a

How much is the maximum finefor a first conviction of driving

without a license?

2b

1. Brakes (Foot Brake, Parking Brake) 2. Lights(Two Headlights, Tail Lights, Brake Lights, TurnSignals, License Plate Light, Reflectors, ParkingLights) 3. Horn 4. Muffler 5. Safety Glass 6.License Plates 7. Windshield Wiper 8. RearviewMirror 9. Slow-Moving Vehicle Emblem (ifdesigned to travel at 25 mph or less) 10. FrontSeat Belts 11. Tires 12. Fuel Cap

3a

Describe the equipmentrequired on passenger cars by

state law.

3b

1) 60 days suspension. 2) 120days suspension. 3) 180 dayssuspension. May be placed injail until bond is made orappearance before a magistrateor juvenile court judge.

4a

What are the penalties forminors(persons under the age of

21)convicted of nondrivingalcohol-related offenses?

4b

1) Fine up to $500, 20-40 hrs communityservice, license suspended for 120 days,and/or confinement of up to 180 days. 2)Fine up to $500, 40-60 hrs communityservice, and maybe AA course. 3) $500-$2000, 40-60 hrs community service,and/or confinement up to 180 days.

5a

What are the penalties forminors(persons under the age of

21)convicted of driving underthe influence of alcohol.

5b

1) Motorists turning left in front ofoncoming bicycle traffic. 2) Motoriststurning right across path of bicycle traffic.3) Motorists pulling away from a stop signor failing to yield to bicycle cross traffic.

6a

What are the three mostcommon motorist caused car-

bicycle crashes?

6b

3 inches.

7a

What is the maximum numberof inches that you may lawfully

allow an object to extend the leftfender of your car?

7b

6 inches

8a

When parked parralell, yourcurbside wheels must be nomore than how many inches

from the curb?

8b

15 mph

9a

If a child runs into the road 45-50 feet ahead of your car, whatis the highest speed from whichyou can stop with good brakeswithout hitting him?

9b

18

10a

What is the minimum age atwhich you can get a class Cdrivers license without drivereducation or being a hardshipcase?

10b

30 mph

11a

What is the state speed limit forautomobiles in urban districts..

11b

100 ft (five car lengths)

12a

You should never drive on theleft half of the roadway whenyou are within how many feetfrom an intersection, bridge, orrailroad crossing?

12b

110 feet

13a

About how many feet will theaverage driver going 50mph

travel from the moment he seesdanger until he hits the brakes?

13b

500 ft.

14a

You should dim your lightswhen you are within how many

feet of an approaching car?

14b

A fluorescent orange trianglewith retroflective borders.

15a

Describe the emblem whichidentifies vehicles which travel

at speeds of 25mph or less?

15b

A railroad crossing sign; it'scircular and yellow with a blackX and two Rs. Railroads alsohave railroad cross bucksposted by the crossing, with agate and flashing lights.

16a

Which sign tells you to watchout for a train?

16b

A red and white equilateral triangle. Thissign tells you that the road you are on joinswith another road ahead. You should slowdown or stop if necessary so that you canyield the right-of-way to vehicles on theother road.

17a

Describe the "Yield" sign

17b

A yellow diamond that has two arrowspointing up and down, he should keep tothe right lane.Vertical, white rectangle;Drivers who are driving slower than othervehicles on the roadway should keep right.

18a

What is the shape of a "keepright' sign, and how should thedriver react when he sees one?

18b

An advisory speed sign; it hasan arrow turning with a small

sign with the speed limit underit.

19a

What kind of sign warns youthat the highest safe speed for

the turn ahead is 25mph?

19b

An exhaust emission system.

20a

In addition to mufflers whatnew equipment is required onall cars manufactured in 1968

and after.

20b

At stop signs, red lights,crosswalks, and for school

buses and emergency vehicles.

21a

Under what conditions mustyou always stop?

21b

Bump warning sign

22a

What type of sign warns youthat you should slow down for a

sharp rise in the road way?

22b

Class A - 18 or 17 with approved driver educationor approval of minor's hardshipapplication. Class B - 18 or 17 with approveddriver education or approval of minor'shardship, Class C - 18 or 16 with approved drivereducation or 15 with approval of minor'shardship, and Class M - for motorcycles, 18 or 16with approved driver education.

23a

What are the different classes oflicenses and age requirements

for each?

23b

Corrective lenses, LOFS age 21 or older, Daytime only,Do not exeed 45 mph, No expressway driving, M/Cnot to exeed 250 cc, licensed M/C operator age 21 orolder in sight, Moped, Vehicle w/o air brakes-appliesto vehicles requiring CDL, CDL interstate commerceonly, Stated on license, LOFS 21 or over vehicle aboveclass B, LOFS 21 or over vehicle above class C,Outside mirror or hearing aid, AutomaticTransmission, Applicable prosthetic devices,Applicable vehicle devices, Power steering.

24a

What type of restrictions maybe placed on your license?

24b

Crossroad ahead. Slow down,look carefully in all directions.

25a

What type of sign warns you towatch right and left for cross

traffic?

25b

Daytime - 70 mph Nighttime -65 mph

26a

What is the maximum speedlimit for passenger cars onTexas Highway numbered bythe state, or for United Statesoutside an urban district?

26b

Do not pass other vehicles.

27a

What does a "Do Not Pass" signmean?

27b

DWI by use of alcohol or drugs, drug offense,intoxication manslaughter, intoxication assault,failure to stop and render aid, causing the death orserious injury of anyone while operating a motorvehicle, any offense punishable as a felony underthe motor vehicle laws of Texas, overtaking andpassing a school bus, boating while intoxicated,evading arrest, driving while license invalid,alterd/unlawful use of driver license, etc.

28a

Under what conditions mayyour drivers license be

suspended?

28b

Get on the left lane, beginsignaling and slowing down atleast 100 ft from corner. Stay tothe right of the interstate whenon the centerline, and yield toapproaching vehicles.

29a

When a driver is waiting tomake a left turn, what is the

procedure he should take whenthe light turns green?

29b

Half an hour after sunset untilhalf an hour before sunrise.

30a

At what time of day should yourheadlights be turned on?

30b

If you can't get into the properlane at least within one-halfblock before you turn, thendon't turn and continuestraight.

31a

What should you do if youdiscover you are in the wrong

lane to make a turn as you enteran intersection?

31b

If you need to drive off thepaved portion of the highway.

32a

Under what conditions areovertaking and passing to the

right not permitted?

32b

It is a yellow diamond andshows that the bridge ahead isnot as wide as the road. Slow

down and use caution.

33a

What does a "narrow bridge"sign look like, and how shouldthe driver react when he sees

one?

33b

It is still up to you to renew yourlicense. Send in an application

for renewal.

34a

What action should you take ifyou fail to receive the renewal

notice card reminding license isabout to expire?

34b

It means that the maximumspeed is 55 mph on the roadway

in ideal conditions.

35a

What does a posted speed limitof 55mph mean?

35b

It must be reported to theDriver License Office within 30

days.

36a

To what agency in within whattime period must a change ofaddress be reported for driver

licensing purposes?

36b

It takes 387 feet for the car tostop.

37a

Once the brakes have beenapplied about how many feet

does a car 70mph travel beforeit comes

37b

It's a black cross in a yellowdiamond. Cross traffic ahead.

Slow down, look carefully in alldirections.

38a

Describe the sign that tells youto watch for cross traffic ahead?

38b

It's a colorless, deadly gas in theexhaust fumes produced by cars

and can cause poisoning.

39a

What is carbon monoxide, andhow may it be harmful to

drivers?

39b

Keep at least two seconds away.

40a

When following another car,what is a good rule to determine

the distance at which youshould follow behind?

40b

Loop ###, rectangle with blackwriting.

41a

Describe the type of sign whichwould let you know that you

were on a short state highway ina city or urban area.

41b

Lower (dim) headlights.

42a

Which lights should you usewhen you are driving in a fog

42b

Mandatory suspension oflicense; the first offense has amaximum fine of $2000,suspension of 90-365 days, andconfinement of 72 hrs to 180days.

43a

What is the penalty for beingconvicted of driving while

intoxicated?

43b

Many of the yellow diamondwarning signs. Especially slow

down on wet road.

44a

What sign warns you that youmust slow down?

44b

Marijuana impairs the sensory andperceptual skills, and also affectsconcentration and judgment.Amphetamines make the driver lesscoordinated, more edgy, and have beenknown to cause lapses in concentration.

45a

What effects does the use ofmarijuana and amphetamine

have on driving?

45b

Move the car off the pavement,turn on emergency warninglights, and tie a white clothwhere visible or raise your

hood.46a

Describe what you should do ifyou have a blowout while

driving?

46b

Must be a licensed driver, andat least 21 years old. The

student must have a instructionpermit.

47a

What qualifications must onehave to teach a beginner to

drive?

47b

No less than 20 feet.

48a

Within how many feet of acrosswalk may you park, when

parking near a corner?

48b

No less then 15 feet.

49a

How close to a fireplug may avehicle lawfully park?

49b

No. Speed must be adjusted toconditions in order to avoid

accidents.

50a

Does a posted speed limit of55mph mean that you may drive55mph on that highway under

all conditions?

50b

On his next birth date after dateof issuance.

51a

If a person is under 18, whendoes his provisional license

expire?

51b

One lane merging onto thearrow that's pointing ahead.

52a

What sign indicates that theroad that you are on merges

with another?

52b

Parking lights or lower beamheadlights.

53a

What type of lighting shouldcars use when parked on the

highway at night?

53b

Passing/overtaking, left turn atintersection, unsafe conditions

in roadway, lane's width isinappropriate.

54a

When is a bicyclist not requiredto ride on the right of the

roadway?

54b

Proceed carefully in thedirection of the arrow, yielding

the right-of-way to othervehicles and pedestrians.

55a

What does a green arrowshowing with a red light mean?

55b

Protecting yourself and others from dangerousand unexpected driving situations by using aspace management system. Stay alert toeverything happening around you, look fortrouble spots developing around, have a plan ofaction if other driver does the wrong thing, andknow the law requires drivers to protect eachother from their own mistakes.

56a

What is meant by "DefensiveDriving?"

56b

Same regulations as drivers, butride as far right in the lane as

possible.

57a

What regulations should abicycle rider observe?

57b

Stop completely while enteringthe crosswalk/intersection, and

then proceed carefully.

58a

How should you react to aflashing red light?

58b

Stop, locate owner/operator,and give name and address. Or,

leave a written notice.

59a

What should you do if youdamage an unattended vehicle

59b

Suspension/revocation action fromanother state, parental authorizationwithdrawn, voluntary surrender formedical/insurance purposes, andfalse statement on application.

60a

What circumstances may leadto possible loss of your license?

60b

Take your foot off the gas pedaland turn the steering wheel in

the direction of the skid.

61a

What is the first thing thatshould be done when a car

starts to skid?

61b

The broken lane marker iswhite.

62a

On a one-way street, what coloris the broken lane marker?

62b

The car on the two-lane roadshould yield.

63a

When two cars meet at theintersection of a 2-lane roadwith 4-lane road, which onemust yield the right-of-way?

63b

The road curves one way (right)and then the other way (left).Slow down, keep right, and do

not pass.

64a

Which sign tells you to slowdown because you are

approaching a double curve?

64b

They keep you from gettingthrown out of your car, hittingthe dashboard too hard, and in

control of your car.

65a

Why are seat belts important?

65b

To allow another vehicle orroadway user to proceed first,when they have the privilege ofhaving immediate use of a partof a roadway.

66a

What does "Yield right-of-way"mean?

66b

To reduce air pollution.

67a

What is the purpose of anexhaust emission system?

67b

Turn wheels to the right

68a

In what direction should youturn your wheels when parking

uphill without a curb?

68b

Two years.

69a

If you are required to showproof of financial responsibilityfor the future, how many years

must such proof be kept up?

69b

Upon request, when you'reinvolved in a crash.

70a

When are you required to showproof of financial responsibility?

70b

Use a low gear to help slow yourvehicle down.

71a

In which gear should you drivewhen going down a steep hill?

71b

Use a low gear to slow yourvehicle down.

72a

What should you do whendriving down a steep grade in a

car with a standardtransmission?

72b

When a law enforcement officerhasn't investigated the crash.

73a

When are accident reportsrequired?

73b

When it's half an hour aftersunset until half an hour beforesunrise, and whenever you can't

see clearly.

74a

Under what conditions shouldheadlights be used?

74b

When lane is of substandardlength.

75a

When are bicyclists allowed toride two abreast in a traffic

lane?

75b

When pavement markings prohibitdriving on other lane -When within100 ft of/or crossing an intersectionor railroad crossing -On a hill, curve,or other place with limited vision -100 ft of a bridge, viaduct, or tunnel.

76a

Under what circumstancesshould you never attempt to

pass a car ahead of you?

76b

With a liability insurance policy,or a standard proof of liabilityinsurance form given by theTexas Department of Insuranceand issued by a liability insurer

77a

When needed, how may oneshow proof of financial

responsibility?

77b

Yellow, diamond, and a squigglyline pointing ahead.

78a

Describe the sign which warnsyou to slow down for a winding

road?

78b

Yield the right-of-way bymoving to the right edge of the

roadway and stopping.

79a

If you are driving and hear asiren coming?

79b

Yield to any vehicle which hasentered the intersection fromthe right or is approaching fromthe right. Make sure there arenot any vehicles going left orright.

80a

What precautions should adriver take at uncontrolled

intersections?

80b

You must not have... a. A red light showingfrom the front. b. A bell, siren, or exhaustwhistle. c. A muffler cutout. d. Anythingthat extends more than three inchesbeyond the left side or six inches beyondthe right side of the body, running board,or fenders of your car. e. Flashing redlights on the front.

81a

Describe the types of equipmentwhich Texas state law

specifically forbids on passengercars driven within the state.

81b

You must obey the traffic officerat all times.

82a

How should you react when atraffic officer tells you to dosomething which is ordinarilyconsidered to be against thelaw?

82b

You should never overtake aschool bus, especially when it isloading or unloading children.You should stop until the buseither resumes its drive or thedriver tells you to pass.

83a

When is it necessary to stopbefore procceding when you

overtake a school bus loading orunloading children?

83b

You should stop prior to thesidewalk and yield the right-of-

way to all approachingpedestrians.

84a

What should you do whencoming onto a street from aprivate alley or driveway?

84b