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texas permit test questions and answers 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.If you are driving and hear a siren coming? Yield to the emergency vehicle by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping.How should you react to a flashing red light? Stop completely while entering the crosswalk/intersection, and then proceed carefully (yield) 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 bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?When the traffic is light and of substandard length.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.Describe the emblem which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25mph or less?A fluorescent orange triangle with retroflective borders.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 regulations should a bicycle rider observe? Same regulations as drivers, but ride as far right in the lane as possible (slow traffic in right lane)

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.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.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.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.What is the standard state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts.30 mph 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 Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?If you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway, you can pass on the shoulder of the road if it is paved.Which lights should you use when you are driving in a fogLower (dim) headlights. bright headlights will reflect off of the fog 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.

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.Right-of-wayWhen a car or group of cars and pedestrians have the privilege to use the road before others What does "Yield right-of-way" mean?To allow another vehicle or roadway user to proceed first, when they have the right of way In which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?low gear 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.When two cars meet at the intersection of a 2-lane road with 4-lane road, which one must yield the right-of-way?The car on the two-lane road should yield. (BIGGER,

BETTER, FASTER)

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.

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.What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by the state, or for United States outside an urban district?Daytime - 70 mph You should dim your lights and turn off brights when you are within how many feet of an approaching car?500 ft.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

• Tires 12. Fuel Cap

Within how many feet of a crosswalk may you park, when parking near a corner?No less than 20 feet.When parked parralell, your curbside wheels must be no more than how many inches from the curb?

• inches

Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended?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 under the motor vehicle laws of Texas, overtaking and passing a school bus, boating while intoxicated, evading arrest, driving while license invalid, altrd/unlawful use of driver license, refusing a breathalizer, etc Describe the "Yield" signA 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.What is the shape of a "keep right' sign, and how should the driver react when he sees one?A white and black rectangular sign with a black arrow pointing to the right; The driver should keep to the right 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.What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?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.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.On a one-way street, what color is the broken lane marker?The broken lane marker is white.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.When is a bicyclist not required to ride on the right of the roadway?Passing/overtaking, left turn at intersection, unsafe conditions in roadway, lane's width is inappropriate.