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What is the minimum age at which you can get a Class C driver's license without driver education or being a hardship case?
18
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?
Corrective lenses, LOFS age 21 or older, Daytime only, Do not exceed 45 mph, No expressway driving, M/C not to exceed 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.
In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
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What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding you that your license is about to expire?
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On a one-way street, what color is the broken lane marker?
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Describe the 'Yield' sign.
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What does a 'narrow bridge' sign look like, and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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What is the shape of a 'keep right' sign, and how should the driver react when he sees one?
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Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve?
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What does a 'Do Not Pass' sign mean?
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Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow?
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What does 'Yield right-of-way' mean?
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Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law.
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What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
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Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
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How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something which is ordinarily considered to be against the law?
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Once the brakes have been applied, about how many feet does a car traveling at 70 mph take to stop?
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When is it necessary to stop before proceeding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?
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About how many feet will the average driver going 50 mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
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Within how many feet of a crosswalk may you park, when parking near a corner?
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Study Notes
Minimum Age and License Requirements
- Minimum age for a class C driver's license without education or hardship: 18 years.
- Maximum fine for first conviction of driving without a license: $200.
License Restrictions
- Possible restrictions on a driver’s license may include:
- Corrective lenses.
- Specifying a licensed driver age 21 or older as a driver accompanied by the learner.
- Daytime only driving.
- Speed limit restrictions, such as not exceeding 45 mph.
- No expressway driving.
- Motorcycles limited to 250 cc with a licensed operator present.
- Specific vehicle requirements, e.g., no air brakes for CDL.
Parking Regulations
- When parking uphill without a curb, turn wheels to the right to prevent rolling downhill.
- 20 feet is the minimum distance to park from a crosswalk near a corner.
Road Sign Recognition
- "Yield" sign is a red and white equilateral triangle indicating the necessity to slow down or stop to yield right of way.
- "Narrow bridge" sign: yellow diamond warning of a bridge narrower than the road; slow down and proceed with caution.
- "Keep right" sign: a rectangular sign with an arrow indicating to maintain position in the right lane.
- A sign indicating a double curve advises drivers to slow down, keep right, and refrain from passing.
- "Do Not Pass" sign forbids passing other vehicles.
- "Slower Traffic Keep Right" sign instructs slower vehicles to remain in the right lane.
Right-of-Way Rules
- Yielding right-of-way means allowing another vehicle or user to proceed first when entitled to do so.
Vehicle Equipment Requirements
- Necessary equipment for passenger cars includes:
- Brakes (foot brake and parking brake).
- Lights (headlights, tail lights, brake lights, turn signals).
- Safety features such as a horn, muffler, safety glass, license plates, windshield wipers, and rearview mirrors.
- Emblem for slow-moving vehicles and front seat belts.
Emission and Safety Regulations
- The purpose of the exhaust emission system is to minimize air pollution.
- Texas law prohibits specific equipment on passenger cars:
- Red lights visible from the front.
- Bells, sirens, or exhaust whistles.
- Muffler cutouts.
- Items extending beyond specified dimensions on either side of the vehicle.
Obedience to Traffic Authority
- Always obey instructions from traffic officers, even if their directives appear to contradict standard laws.
Stopping Distances and School Bus Regulations
- A car traveling at 70 mph requires approximately 387 feet to stop fully after brakes are applied.
- When approaching a school bus loading or unloading children, never overtake; always stop until the bus is moving again or instructed otherwise.
Average Reaction Distances
- At 50 mph, an average driver will travel about 110 feet from the moment danger is perceived to the activation of brakes.
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Test your knowledge on the minimum age and license requirements for drivers, as well as parking regulations and road sign recognition. This quiz covers essential regulations every driver should know to ensure safety and compliance on the road.