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How many phases are required by the Graduated Driver License Program before obtaining what class licenses?
How many phases are required by the Graduated Driver License Program before obtaining what class licenses?
Two phases and either Class A, B, or C licenses.
Restrictions placed on licenses are listed on what kind of code?
Restrictions placed on licenses are listed on what kind of code?
A letter code.
What is listed on your driver's license that is important?
What is listed on your driver's license that is important?
Other important emergency contact information.
Who must fill out an application for a license and where?
Who must fill out an application for a license and where?
What must you bring to the office to obtain a license?
What must you bring to the office to obtain a license?
What kind of tests must you take?
What kind of tests must you take?
If you want to become an organ donor, when would you let everyone know?
If you want to become an organ donor, when would you let everyone know?
Whose responsibility is it to renew your license?
Whose responsibility is it to renew your license?
Is it illegal to operate a motor vehicle without a license?
Is it illegal to operate a motor vehicle without a license?
Offenders must pay what and are subject to what?
Offenders must pay what and are subject to what?
If you abuse driving, what could happen to the license?
If you abuse driving, what could happen to the license?
To increase the safety of Texas roadways, the state requires what for every Texas vehicle?
To increase the safety of Texas roadways, the state requires what for every Texas vehicle?
Anyone using a vehicle in Texas while doing what must do what?
Anyone using a vehicle in Texas while doing what must do what?
Driving is a privilege based on what?
Driving is a privilege based on what?
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for whom?
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for whom?
What are novice drivers?
What are novice drivers?
What do novice drivers possess?
What do novice drivers possess?
What are key issues for novice drivers?
What are key issues for novice drivers?
The novice driver possesses immature what?
The novice driver possesses immature what?
When compared to experienced drivers, novice drivers what?
When compared to experienced drivers, novice drivers what?
What is the key capability that experience provides?
What is the key capability that experience provides?
Efficiency in which a motorist processes driving information improves with what?
Efficiency in which a motorist processes driving information improves with what?
What is increased by the novice driver population?
What is increased by the novice driver population?
Who must be yielded by motorists when crossing a crosswalk or a roadway?
Who must be yielded by motorists when crossing a crosswalk or a roadway?
In the presence of traffic signal/sign combinations, what two things must be followed?
In the presence of traffic signal/sign combinations, what two things must be followed?
Drivers must yield to the right of way in what instances?
Drivers must yield to the right of way in what instances?
When must drivers yield to the right of way?
When must drivers yield to the right of way?
What must drivers do when multiple cars are at a stop sign?
What must drivers do when multiple cars are at a stop sign?
What are controlled intersections?
What are controlled intersections?
What are uncontrolled intersections?
What are uncontrolled intersections?
What are protected left turn areas?
What are protected left turn areas?
Unprotected left turns are not controlled by...
Unprotected left turns are not controlled by...
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Study Notes
Graduated Driver License Program
- New drivers undergo two phases before receiving Class A, B, or C licenses.
- Restrictions on licenses are indicated by a letter code.
Driver's License Information
- Important emergency contact information is included on the driver's license.
- Applications for a license must be completed by the individual at a driver's license office.
- Required items to obtain a license include proper identification and the social security number.
Testing Requirements
- The licensing process involves passing tests for rules, signs, driving skills, and vision.
- Those interested in becoming organ donors should inform the authorities during the license application process.
License Renewal and Regulations
- It is the individual's responsibility to renew their driver’s license.
- It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle without a license at any time.
Consequences of Driving Offenses
- Offenders face fines and potential legal penalties for violations.
- Abusive driving behaviors can result in a license being suspended, revoked, canceled, or denied.
Vehicle Registration and Safety
- Texas requires all vehicles to undergo an inspection to enhance roadway safety.
- Individuals residing or working in Texas for over 30 days must register their vehicles.
Novice Drivers
- Novice drivers are defined as those with limited or no experience behind the wheel.
- They possess basic knowledge of vehicle operation but may struggle with safety margins.
- Immature perceptual and risk assessment skills contribute to driving challenges for novice drivers.
- Compared to experienced drivers, novices have a smaller repertoire of responses to critical hazards.
Driving Experience Benefits
- Experience helps drivers identify and respond to potential hazards more effectively by utilizing information from various sources.
- As drivers gain experience, their efficiency in processing driving information improves.
Crash Involvement Factors
- The increase in novice drivers raises the likelihood of crash involvement, particularly among speeding drivers.
Right of Way and Traffic Rules
- Motorists must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks and roadways.
- Traffic signals and signs must be obeyed when present.
- Right of way should be yielded at intersections regulated by stop or yield signs, as well as when turning left.
- Upon entering or crossing highways from alleys or private roads, drivers must yield to emergency vehicles.
Intersection Types
- Controlled intersections have traffic control signals or signs detailing requirements for drivers.
- Uncontrolled intersections lack signals and rely on the right of way rules.
- Protected left turn areas are governed by traffic signals, ensuring safe turning conditions.
- Unprotected left turns do not have any control, requiring heightened caution.
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