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When driving in fog, you can see better by:
When driving in fog, you can see better by:
- Using fog lights only
- Using high headlight beam
- Using lower headlight beam (correct)
- Keeping headlights off
Under favorable circumstances, including reaction time, a motor vehicle with good brakes going 50 mph can be stopped within:
Under favorable circumstances, including reaction time, a motor vehicle with good brakes going 50 mph can be stopped within:
229 feet
What is the first thing that should be done when a motor vehicle starts to skid?
What is the first thing that should be done when a motor vehicle starts to skid?
Take your foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid
As you near an intersection, you discover you are in the wrong lane for turning right as intended. Therefore, you should:
As you near an intersection, you discover you are in the wrong lane for turning right as intended. Therefore, you should:
When choosing your driving speed, the most important thing to consider is:
When choosing your driving speed, the most important thing to consider is:
After overtaking another motor vehicle on a two lane road, you can best judge when it is safe to drive back into the right hand lane by:
After overtaking another motor vehicle on a two lane road, you can best judge when it is safe to drive back into the right hand lane by:
Your driver's license may be suspended for:
Your driver's license may be suspended for:
Proof of financial responsibility must be shown by:
Proof of financial responsibility must be shown by:
The most a person can be fined for the first conviction of driving while under the influence of intoxication with no injury involved is:
The most a person can be fined for the first conviction of driving while under the influence of intoxication with no injury involved is:
When you hear a siren coming, you should:
When you hear a siren coming, you should:
You must always stop when:
You must always stop when:
The most important thing in backing a motor vehicle is:
The most important thing in backing a motor vehicle is:
If blinded by an approaching motor vehicle at night, it is best to:
If blinded by an approaching motor vehicle at night, it is best to:
When taking a long trip, you should stop for a rest:
When taking a long trip, you should stop for a rest:
Including reaction time, the stopping distance at 20 mph is:
Including reaction time, the stopping distance at 20 mph is:
The maximum fine for a first-time conviction of driving without a valid driver's license is:
The maximum fine for a first-time conviction of driving without a valid driver's license is:
Before going down a steep hill, you should:
Before going down a steep hill, you should:
If you are driving at the speed limit and another driver sounds his horn and starts to pass, you should:
If you are driving at the speed limit and another driver sounds his horn and starts to pass, you should:
If you have an accident in which someone is injured, you should:
If you have an accident in which someone is injured, you should:
A driver waiting to make a left turn when the traffic light is green should:
A driver waiting to make a left turn when the traffic light is green should:
When parking parallel, it is best to leave the curb side wheels:
When parking parallel, it is best to leave the curb side wheels:
It is a violation of State law for pedestrians:
It is a violation of State law for pedestrians:
When following another vehicle, how much driving time should you maintain between yourself and the vehicle ahead?
When following another vehicle, how much driving time should you maintain between yourself and the vehicle ahead?
The lights on your vehicle must be turned on at any time day or night when persons and vehicles cannot be clearly seen for:
The lights on your vehicle must be turned on at any time day or night when persons and vehicles cannot be clearly seen for:
When approaching a green traffic light, you should:
When approaching a green traffic light, you should:
If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future, such proof must be kept up for:
If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future, such proof must be kept up for:
A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire plug than:
A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire plug than:
When meeting a school bus which has stopped to pick up or discharge children, you must:
When meeting a school bus which has stopped to pick up or discharge children, you must:
As a driver, if you refuse a test to determine the amount of alcohol in your body, your driver's license may be suspended.
As a driver, if you refuse a test to determine the amount of alcohol in your body, your driver's license may be suspended.
If you get drowsy while driving it is best to:
If you get drowsy while driving it is best to:
Your driver's license may be suspended for causing:
Your driver's license may be suspended for causing:
A solid yellow line on your side of the center stripe means:
A solid yellow line on your side of the center stripe means:
A posted speed limit of 55 means:
A posted speed limit of 55 means:
If you're involved in an accident with injuries you must immediately notify:
If you're involved in an accident with injuries you must immediately notify:
If you run off the pavement you should:
If you run off the pavement you should:
Cars parked on the side of the highway at night should show:
Cars parked on the side of the highway at night should show:
When approaching an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing you should never drive on the left half of the roadway within:
When approaching an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing you should never drive on the left half of the roadway within:
To avoid accidents, a defensive driver should:
To avoid accidents, a defensive driver should:
If you must walk on the highway, you should:
If you must walk on the highway, you should:
When parking headed downhill, it is best to:
When parking headed downhill, it is best to:
The headlights should be turned on:
The headlights should be turned on:
Seatbelts are important to both passengers and driver, because if you are thrown from a vehicle during an accident, your chances of being killed are:
Seatbelts are important to both passengers and driver, because if you are thrown from a vehicle during an accident, your chances of being killed are:
A flashing red traffic light means:
A flashing red traffic light means:
When turning you should give the proper signal:
When turning you should give the proper signal:
You must give a signal either by hand and arm or by signal device:
You must give a signal either by hand and arm or by signal device:
A flashing yellow signal light means:
A flashing yellow signal light means:
If you are teaching a beginner to drive you must:
If you are teaching a beginner to drive you must:
If you have a blowout while driving you should:
If you have a blowout while driving you should:
When turning you should give the proper signal:
When turning you should give the proper signal:
At 20 miles per hour the average driver, from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brake will travel about:
At 20 miles per hour the average driver, from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brake will travel about:
Vehicles registered in Texas must be inspected:
Vehicles registered in Texas must be inspected:
When a pedestrian walks out in the street in violation of the law you should:
When a pedestrian walks out in the street in violation of the law you should:
When a parent signs an application of a minor for a driver's license, who assumes responsibility for the driving?
When a parent signs an application of a minor for a driver's license, who assumes responsibility for the driving?
When parking near a corner you may park your vehicle no closer than:
When parking near a corner you may park your vehicle no closer than:
The premium on insurance provides proof of financial responsibility because:
The premium on insurance provides proof of financial responsibility because:
Drivers become subject to the safety responsibility law when accident damages amount to:
Drivers become subject to the safety responsibility law when accident damages amount to:
If another driver crowds you in traffic you should:
If another driver crowds you in traffic you should:
Stopping a vehicle with good brakes from 20 miles per hour under good conditions requires about:
Stopping a vehicle with good brakes from 20 miles per hour under good conditions requires about:
Not thinking distance at 20 miles per hour lawful brakes must stop a car within:
Not thinking distance at 20 miles per hour lawful brakes must stop a car within:
A person who has been drinking alcoholic beverages will usually:
A person who has been drinking alcoholic beverages will usually:
On multiple-lane highways, drivers should drive:
On multiple-lane highways, drivers should drive:
When entering a street from a private alley or driveway you must:
When entering a street from a private alley or driveway you must:
A green arrow showing with a red traffic light means:
A green arrow showing with a red traffic light means:
As a driver, what traffic violations become a part of your permanent record in Austin?
As a driver, what traffic violations become a part of your permanent record in Austin?
If you damage an unattended vehicle you must:
If you damage an unattended vehicle you must:
Vehicle skids are most likely to be caused by:
Vehicle skids are most likely to be caused by:
When turning left from a three lane, one-way street, you should turn from the:
When turning left from a three lane, one-way street, you should turn from the:
Child passenger safety seats are required for all children under the age of:
Child passenger safety seats are required for all children under the age of:
Any passenger car truck (with a rated carrying capacity of not more than 1500 pounds) which of the following must use safety belts?
Any passenger car truck (with a rated carrying capacity of not more than 1500 pounds) which of the following must use safety belts?
The maximum fine for driving and drinking an alcoholic beverage is:
The maximum fine for driving and drinking an alcoholic beverage is:
Your driver's license will automatically be suspended if you are convicted of:
Your driver's license will automatically be suspended if you are convicted of:
The speed limit for passenger cars on designated rural interstates is:
The speed limit for passenger cars on designated rural interstates is:
The most a person (age 21 or older) can be fined for a first conviction of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor with no death or injury involved is:
The most a person (age 21 or older) can be fined for a first conviction of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor with no death or injury involved is:
A minor's (if I'm the age of 17) driver's license may be suspended for a first offense of driving under the influence of alcohol by a minor for:
A minor's (if I'm the age of 17) driver's license may be suspended for a first offense of driving under the influence of alcohol by a minor for:
Even if you're not intoxicated and you are under the age of 21 and you have any detectable amount of alcohol in your system while operating a motor vehicle you may be charged with:
Even if you're not intoxicated and you are under the age of 21 and you have any detectable amount of alcohol in your system while operating a motor vehicle you may be charged with:
As a driver (age 21 or older), if you refuse a test to determine the amount of alcohol in your body:
As a driver (age 21 or older), if you refuse a test to determine the amount of alcohol in your body:
If a minor (a person of the age of 21) refuses to provide a breath or blood specimen to a police officer, the minor's driver's license is suspended for a first-time refusal for:
If a minor (a person of the age of 21) refuses to provide a breath or blood specimen to a police officer, the minor's driver's license is suspended for a first-time refusal for:
The maximum fine for a first non-driving-related offense of possession or consumption of alcohol by a minor is:
The maximum fine for a first non-driving-related offense of possession or consumption of alcohol by a minor is:
Study Notes
Driving in Adverse Conditions
- Use lower headlight beams when driving in fog to improve visibility.
Stopping Distances and Speeds
- A motor vehicle traveling at 50 mph with good brakes can stop within 229 feet.
- Stopping distance at 10 mph is approximately 29 feet; at 20 mph, it increases to 63 feet.
- From 20 mph, the total stopping distance is about 45 feet, including thinking distance.
Handling Skids
- If your vehicle starts to skid, take your foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid.
Making Turns and Lane Changes
- If in the wrong lane for a right turn, proceed to the next intersection to turn safely.
- Proper signals must be given at least 100 feet before making a turn or changing lanes.
Factors Affecting Driving Speed
- When choosing a speed, consider weather, traffic, road conditions, and vehicle performance.
Safe Overtaking and Re-entering Lanes
- Wait until you can see the overtaken vehicle in your rearview mirror before returning to the right lane.
Legal Obligations
- Drivers may have their licenses suspended for habitual reckless driving or for causing a serious accident.
- Proof of financial responsibility is required of all drivers, remaining valid for 2 years if mandated.
Penalties and Fines
- Fines for first DUI convictions with no injuries can be up to $2,000; for driving without a valid license, the fine can be $200.
- The fine for drunk driving ranges from $500 to $2,000 depending on circumstances.
- A non-driving alcohol-related offense for minors incurs a fine up to $500.
Emergency Situations
- Yield to emergency vehicles upon hearing a siren.
- Always stop when directed by a traffic officer.
Driving Safety Practices
- When backing up, look back carefully.
- Slow down and avoid looking directly at bright headlights when blinded at night.
- Rest during long trips approximately every 2 hours or after 100 miles of driving.
Vehicle Operation Guidelines
- Shift to a lower gear before going down a steep hill.
- Cars must be parked at least 15 feet away from fire hydrants and no closer than 20 feet from a crosswalk.
Interactions with School Buses
- Stop when meeting a school bus with flashing lights and wait until signaled to proceed.
Reaction Time and Distance
- The average driver will travel about 44 feet before hitting the brakes upon seeing danger at 20 mph.
Safety Statistics
- Seatbelts significantly increase safety, as being thrown from a vehicle during an accident increases the risk of death by 5 times.
Ignition and Signaling
- Headlights should be turned on 30 minutes before sunset.
- Flashing red lights indicate to stop and look before proceeding, while flashing yellow signals mean to slow down.
Parking Regulations
- Ensure vehicles are parked correctly, leaving curbside wheels 6 to 8 inches from the curb, and parking lights are on at night.
Responsibilities After Accidents
- If involved in an accident, provide assistance to injured parties and alert local police if necessary.
Alcohol Consumption and Driving Regulations
- Drivers under 21 with any detectable alcohol while driving may face DUI charges.
- Refusal to provide a breath or blood test can result in license suspension.
Child Safety Regulations
- Child passenger safety seats are mandatory for children under 2 years old.
Lane Usage and Roadway Precautions
- Drive in the right lane on multi-lane highways and yield to pedestrians when entering from a private driveway.
General Handling of Emergencies
- If experiencing drowsiness while driving, it is advisable to pull over, exit the vehicle, and walk around to stay alert.
Conclusion
- Familiarize with key traffic laws, driving regulations, safety practices, and emergency responses to ensure safe driving and compliance with state requirements.
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