Texas Drivers Handbook Questions Flashcards

Texas Drivers Handbook Questions Flashcards When needed, how may one show proof of financial responsibility?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 What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow, yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.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.When are accident reports required?When a law enforcement officer hasn't investigated the crash.If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future, how many years must such proof be kept up?Two years.What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?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.Describe the emblem which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.Under what conditions should headlights be used? When it's half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise, and whenever you can't see clearly.What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?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 interstate commerce only, Stated on license, LOFS 21 or over vehicle above class B, LOFS 21 or over vehicle above class C, Outside mirror or hearing aid, Automatic Transmission, Applicable prosthetic devices, Applicable vehicle devices, Power steering.If a person is under 18, when does his provisional license expire?On his next birth date after date of issuance.What should you do if you discover you are in the wrong lane to make a turn as you enter an intersection?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.In addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after.An exhaust emission system.Under what conditions must you always stop? At stop signs, red lights, crosswalks, and for school buses and emergency vehicles.What does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean? It means that the maximum speed is 55 mph on the roadway in ideal conditions.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.

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.Why are seat belts important?They keep you from getting thrown out of your car, hitting the dashboard too hard, and in control of your car.Describe the sign that tells you to watch for cross traffic ahead?It's a black cross in a yellow diamond. Cross traffic ahead.Slow down, look carefully in all directions.What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission?Use a low gear to slow your vehicle down.What sign warns you that you must slow down? Many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road.Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all conditions?No. Speed must be adjusted to conditions in order to avoid accidents.What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicleStop, locate owner/operator, and give name and address.Or, leave a written notice.How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?$200 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.About how many feet will the average driver going 50mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?110 feet 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.What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?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 approval of minor's hardship, and Class M - for motorcycles, 18 or 16 with approved driver education.What are the penalties for minors(persons under the age of 21)convicted of nondriving alcohol-related offenses?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.What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?To reduce air pollution.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.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?100 ft (five car lengths) How close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?No less then 15 feet.

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 What is meant by "Defensive Driving?"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 the wrong thing, and know the law requires drivers to protect each other from their own mistakes.In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?Use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down.What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25mph?An advisory speed sign; it has an arrow turning with a small sign with the speed limit under it.What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C drivers license without driver education or being a hardship case?18 What is carbon monoxide, and how may it be harmful to drivers?It's a colorless, deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can cause poisoning.How should you react to a flashing red light? Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection, and then proceed carefully.What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the road way?Bump warning sign What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?Crossroad ahead. Slow down, look carefully in all directions.Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow?"Slower Traffic Keep Right" sign.Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road?Yellow, diamond, and a squiggly line pointing ahead.Describe what you should do if you have a blowout while driving?Move the car off the pavement, turn on emergency warning lights, and tie a white cloth where visible or raise your hood.What are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?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.Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fogLower (dim) headlights.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.Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.

• 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 Mirror 9. Slow-Moving Vehicle Emblem (if designed to travel at 25 mph or less) 10. Front Seat Belts