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What is the minimum age at which you can get a Class C driver license without either driver education or being a hardship case?
What is the minimum age at which you can get a Class C driver license without either driver education or being a hardship case?
18 years old
How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?
$200
What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?
Restrictions to improve driving ability
In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
What actions should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding you that your driver license is about to expire?
What actions should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding you that your driver license is about to expire?
On a one-way street, what color is the broken lane marker?
On a one-way street, what color is the broken lane marker?
What does a 'Narrow Bridge' sign look like, and how should the driver react when he sees one?
What does a 'Narrow Bridge' sign look like, and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Describe the 'Yield' sign.
Describe the 'Yield' sign.
What is the shape of a 'Keep Right' sign, and how should the driver react when he sees one?
What is the shape of a 'Keep Right' sign, and how should the driver react when he sees one?
Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow?
Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow?
What does 'Yield Right-of-way' mean?
What does 'Yield Right-of-way' mean?
Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
What is the purpose of an exhaust intention system?
What is the purpose of an exhaust intention system?
Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something ordinarily considered against the law?
How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something ordinarily considered against the law?
Once the brakes have been applied, about how many feet does a car which was going 70 MPH travel before it comes to a stop?
Once the brakes have been applied, about how many feet does a car which was going 70 MPH travel before it comes to a stop?
When is it necessary to stop before proceeding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
When is it necessary to stop before proceeding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
About how many feet will the average driver going 50 MPH travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
About how many feet will the average driver going 50 MPH travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
Within how many feet of a crosswalk may you park when parking near a corner?
Within how many feet of a crosswalk may you park when parking near a corner?
What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts?
What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts?
Does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean that you may drive 55 mph on that highway under all conditions?
Does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean that you may drive 55 mph on that highway under all conditions?
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?
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?
What should you do if you discover you are in the wrong lane to make a turn as you enter an intersection?
What should you do if you discover you are in the wrong lane to make a turn as you enter an intersection?
When two cars meet at the intersection of a two-lane road with a four-lane road, which one must yield the right-of-way?
When two cars meet at the intersection of a two-lane road with a four-lane road, which one must yield the right-of-way?
If you are driving and hear a siren coming, what should you do?
If you are driving and hear a siren coming, what should you do?
What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
What is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?
At what time of the day should your headlights be turned on?
At what time of the day should your headlights be turned on?
Under what conditions may your driver's license be suspended?
Under what conditions may your driver's license be suspended?
What is carbon monoxide and how may it be harmful to drivers?
What is carbon monoxide and how may it be harmful to drivers?
Describe what you should do if you have a blowout while driving.
Describe what you should do if you have a blowout while driving.
What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with standard transmission?
What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with standard transmission?
What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?
What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?
When are crash reports required?
When are crash reports required?
If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future, how many years must such proof be kept up?
If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future, how many years must such proof be kept up?
What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
What type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
Describe the emblem which identifies vehicles that travel at speeds of 25 mph or less.
Describe the emblem which identifies vehicles that travel at speeds of 25 mph or less.
In which gear would you drive when going down a steep hill?
In which gear would you drive when going down a steep hill?
What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
What qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
If the person is under 18, when does his provisional license expire?
If the person is under 18, when does his provisional license expire?
When parked parallel, your curb-side wheels must be no more than how many inches from the curb?
When parked parallel, your curb-side wheels must be no more than how many inches from the curb?
When following another car, what is a good distance at which you should follow behind?
When following another car, what is a good distance at which you should follow behind?
To what agency and within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
To what agency and within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
What effects does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
What is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
How should you react to a flashing red light?
How should you react to a flashing red light?
Which sign tells you to watch out for a train?
Which sign tells you to watch out for a train?
Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road.
Describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road.
What sign indicates that the road that you are on merges with another?
What sign indicates that the road that you are on merges with another?
What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25 MPH?
What kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25 MPH?
Describe the sign that tells you to watch for cross traffic ahead.
Describe the sign that tells you to watch for cross traffic ahead.
What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the roadway?
What type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the roadway?
Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you are on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
Describe the type of sign which would let you know that you are on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left fender of your car?
What is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left fender of your car?
Under what conditions must you always stop?
Under what conditions must you always stop?
What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway?
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?
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?
How close to a fire plug can a vehicle lawfully park?
How close to a fire plug can a vehicle lawfully park?
What does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean?
What does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean?
What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas highways numbered by this state or United States outside an urban district?
What is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas highways numbered by this state or United States outside an urban district?
Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
When a driver is waiting to make a left turn, what is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
When a driver is waiting to make a left turn, what is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
What regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
Under what conditions should headlights be used?
Under what conditions should headlights be used?
You should dim your lights when you are within how many feet of an approaching car?
You should dim your lights when you are within how many feet of an approaching car?
What type of lighting should cars use when you are driving in fog?
What type of lighting should cars use when you are driving in fog?
When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility?
When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility?
What sign warns you that you must slow down?
What sign warns you that you must slow down?
What circumstances may lead to a possible loss of your license?
What circumstances may lead to a possible loss of your license?
In addition to mufflers, what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after?
In addition to mufflers, what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after?
Why are seat belts important?
Why are seat belts important?
What is meant by 'defensive driving'?
What is meant by 'defensive driving'?
What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
What are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
When is a bicyclist not required to ride to the right of the roadway?
When is a bicyclist not required to ride to the right of the roadway?
When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
When are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
What are the three most common motorist causes of car-bicycle crashes?
What are the three most common motorist causes of car-bicycle crashes?
What are the penalties for minors convicted of Driving Under The Influence of Alcohol?
What are the penalties for minors convicted of Driving Under The Influence of Alcohol?
What are the penalties for minors convicted of non-driving alcohol-related offenses?
What are the penalties for minors convicted of non-driving alcohol-related offenses?
Study Notes
Licensing and Age Requirements
- Minimum age for acquiring a Class C driver license without driver education is 18 years.
- Class A and Class B licenses require a minimum age of 18, with driver education provisions allowing issues at 17.
- Class C allows for issuance at 15 with hardship application, 16 with driver education.
Traffic Violations and Penalties
- Maximum fine for driving without a license is $200.
- DWI penalties for first offense include fines up to $2,000, jail time ranging from 72 hours to 180 days, and license suspension lasting 90 to 365 days. Subsequent offenses have increased penalties.
Signs and Road Markings
- Broken lane markers on a one-way street are colored white.
- "Do Not Pass" warns of hazardous passing conditions due to limited visibility.
- "Yield" signs are shaped as red and white equilateral triangles signaling drivers to slow down or stop as necessary.
Right-of-Way Rules
- Drivers must yield in specific situations, such as when encountering a two-lane road meeting a four-lane road or when a school bus's lights are flashing.
- In uncontrolled intersections, yield to vehicles entering from the right.
Vehicle Equipment Requirements
- Essential equipment for passenger cars includes working brakes, lights, horn, safety glass, and a proper exhaust system to reduce air pollution.
- Equipment forbidden includes red lights displaying from the front and any object extending more than three inches beyond the left side of the vehicle.
Safe Driving Practices
- On approaching traffic officers, always comply with commands that may conflict with normal traffic laws.
- When skidding, turn the wheel in the direction of the skid for better control.
Speed and Stopping Distances
- Average stopping distance from 70 MPH is approximately 387 feet.
- At 50 MPH, a driver travels about 110 feet before hitting the brakes.
Parking Regulations
- Parking is prohibited within 20 feet of a crosswalk or 15 feet of a fire plug.
- When parallel parking, curb-side wheels must be no more than 18 inches from the curb.
Other Rules and Tips
- Use low beam headlights in fog, heavy rain, or at night; dim when within 500 feet of approaching vehicles.
- Drivers must report address changes to the Texas Department of Public Safety within 30 days.
Bicycle Regulations
- Cyclists must obey all traffic laws, can ride two abreast if it does not impede traffic flow, and need not ride right if moving slower than traffic.
Defensive Driving and Safety
- Defensive driving focuses on being cautious, staying alert, and avoiding crashes by anticipating potential dangers.
- Seat belts are crucial for safety — they prevent ejection from the vehicle and reduce the risk of serious injury from impact.
Financial Responsibility
- Proof of financial responsibility must be shown if required by law enforcement or in crash situations.
- Proof must be maintained for two years if mandated due to a violation.
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