Texas Driver's Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Your driver license may be suspended for causing:

One serious collision

You can lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left side of your vehicle:

3 inches

What is the maximum fine for a conviction of driving without a valid driver license?

$200

Your driver license may be suspended for:

Habitual reckless driving Signup and view all the answers

Uninsured drivers become subject to license and vehicle registration suspension when accident damages amount to:

At least $1000 to property of one person Signup and view all the answers

If you are teaching a beginner to drive, you must:

Be a licensed driver age 21 or over Signup and view all the answers

A person's driver license will automatically be suspended if convicted of:

Possessing a false driver license Signup and view all the answers

If your driver license is suspended, you may drive only:

If you obtain an essential need driver license Signup and view all the answers

If you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future, for how many years must the proof be kept?

3 years Signup and view all the answers

Not including thinking distance, lawful brakes must stop a car at 20 miles per hour within how many feet?

25 feet Signup and view all the answers

Once you have stopped for a school bus, do not pass until the driver signals you to proceed, the red lights stop flashing, or:

The bus starts moving ahead Signup and view all the answers

When a vehicle ahead of you stops to let a pedestrian pass in front of you, you should:

Stay in line and wait until the vehicle ahead proceeds Signup and view all the answers

When possible, pedestrians should walk:

On a sidewalk Signup and view all the answers

When entering a street from a private alley or driveway, you must:

Stop, then yield to approaching vehicles and pedestrians Signup and view all the answers

When you hear a siren coming, you should:

Yield to the emergency vehicle Signup and view all the answers

It is a violation of State law for pedestrians to:

Jaywalk on any street in any city Signup and view all the answers

A driver waiting to make a left turn when the traffic light turns green should:

Turn only after there is no danger from oncoming vehicles Signup and view all the answers

If you must walk on the highway, you should:

Walk on the right side so that approaching cars can see you better Signup and view all the answers

When a pedestrian walks out into the street in violation of the law, you should:

Yield the right of way to avoid injuring them Signup and view all the answers

When entering a street from an unpaved road, you should:

Yield to the vehicle on the paved road in all instances Signup and view all the answers

Under favorable circumstances, including reaction time, a motor vehicle with good brakes going 50 mph can be stopped within:

About 229 feet Signup and view all the answers

You must give a signal either by hand and arm or by a signal device:

Anytime you change lanes Signup and view all the answers

When following another vehicle how much driving time should you maintain between yourself and the vehicle you are following?

2 seconds Signup and view all the answers

The speed limit for passenger cars on highways numbered by this state or the United States is:

70 mph Signup and view all the answers

A posted speed limit of 55 mph means:

You may drive 55 mph only under favorable driving conditions Signup and view all the answers

When parking near a corner, you may park your vehicle no closer than:

10 feet from a crosswalk Signup and view all the answers

The speed limit for passenger cars in urban districts is:

30 mph Signup and view all the answers

The most important thing in backing a motor vehicle is:

Looking back carefully Signup and view all the answers

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:

Waiting until you can see the overtaken vehicle in your rear-view mirror Signup and view all the answers

When you are caught behind a very slow truck going up a long hill, you should:

Stay behind the truck until you reach the top of the hill and the way is clear Signup and view all the answers

The headlights must be turned on:

30 minutes after sunset Signup and view all the answers

When making a long trip, you should stop for a rest:

About every two hours or one hundred miles Signup and view all the answers

When you are driving in fog, you can see better by:

Using upper headlight beam Signup and view all the answers

The lights on your vehicle must be turned on at any time day or night when persons and vehicles cannot be clearly seen for:

750 feet Signup and view all the answers

To avoid accidents, a defensive driver should:

Stay alert and look for trouble spots developing around him Signup and view all the answers

Why should you drive slower at night?

The distance which you can see ahead is less Signup and view all the answers

If you get drowsy while driving it is best to:

Stop, get out, and walk around Signup and view all the answers

At night, a driver should dim his headlights when an oncoming motor vehicle comes within:

500 feet Signup and view all the answers

If blinded by an approaching motor vehicle at night, it is best to:

Slow down and avoid looking directly into the lights of the approaching vehicle Signup and view all the answers

If you are involved in an injury accident in a city, you must immediately notify:

The local police Signup and view all the answers

In a passenger car or truck which of the following must use safety belts?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

It is against the law for a child under what age to ride in the open bed of a truck or trailer?

12 Signup and view all the answers

Child passenger safety seats are required for all children under the age of:

8 years of age and less than 4 feet, 9 inches Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

Vehicle skids are most likely to be caused by:

Too much ice or snow on the road Signup and view all the answers

If you run off the pavement, you should:

Steer straight and slow down before attempting to return to the pavement Signup and view all the answers

If you have a blowout while driving, you should:

Steer firmly, take your foot off the gas, and brake cautiously Signup and view all the answers

If you damage an unattended vehicle you must:

Locate the owner or leave a signed statement on the vehicle Signup and view all the answers

If you have an accident in which someone is injured, you should:

Carefully help anyone who might be hurt and send for skilled help as quickly as possible Signup and view all the answers

The most a person (age 21) can be fined for a first conviction of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor with no injury involved is:

$2,000 Signup and view all the answers

If you run over and kill someone while driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor, the worst offense with which you may be charged is:

Intoxication manslaughter Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol affects a driver by:

Slowing down reaction and impairing perception Signup and view all the answers

If a minor under the age of 21 refuses to provide a breath or blood specimen to a police officer, the minor's driver license will be suspended for a first time refusal for:

180 days Signup and view all the answers

A person who has been drinking alcoholic beverages will usually:

Have impaired judgment and coordination Signup and view all the answers

The maximum fine for a first non-driving alcohol-related offense of possession or consumption of alcohol by a minor is:

$500 Signup and view all the answers

When you are taking medicine prescribed for you by a doctor you should:

Ask your doctor if it is safe for you to drive Signup and view all the answers

Marijuana use will:

Weaken abilities to concentrate, to perceive distances and speed, and to make wise decisions about driving Signup and view all the answers

Even if you are not intoxicated and you are under the age of 21 and have any detectable amount of alcohol in your system while operating a motor vehicle, you may be charged with:

Driving under the influence of alcohol by a minor Signup and view all the answers

As a driver, if you refuse a test to determine the amount of alcohol in your body:

You must be sentenced to at least three days in jail Signup and view all the answers

The most commonly practiced and dangerous driving behavior is:

Speeding Signup and view all the answers

Text messaging or surfing the internet on your wireless device while driving:

Takes your hands off the wheel and your eyes off the road Signup and view all the answers

While driving, resist distractions such as:

All of these answers are correct Signup and view all the answers

If you have passengers that are infants or children, make sure:

They are fed, watered, and dry before you belt them into their seats and begin your trip Signup and view all the answers

Driving when tired, sick, or medicated causes:

Impairment which adds to driving risk Signup and view all the answers

Fatigue has many of the same dangerous effects as:

Drinking alcohol Signup and view all the answers

To manage risk when driving:

It is essential that you remain alert to conditions of objects that can increase levels of risk Signup and view all the answers

The best advice for cell phone use is:

To not make or take calls if the car is not parked Signup and view all the answers

Serious injuries occur because a driver's speed:

Exceeded the vehicle's ability to provide protection Signup and view all the answers

Serious signs that you are drowsy and should not be driving are:

All of these answers are correct Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Driver's License and Suspension

A driver license may be suspended due to causing one serious collision or habitual reckless driving.
Maximum fine for driving without a valid driver license is $200.
Uninsured drivers face suspension when damages are at least $1,000 to one person's property.

Teaching and Suspensions

Must have a licensed driver aged 21 or older while teaching a beginner to drive.
Possessing a false driver license results in automatic suspension.

Essential Need Driver License

With a suspended license, driving is only permitted if an essential need driver license is obtained.

Pedestrian and Vehicle Interaction

Drivers must stop for school buses until specified signals indicate to proceed.
When vehicles stop for pedestrians, follow them without passing until they move.

Road and Traffic Laws

Yield to pedestrians and emergency vehicles.
Approaching a street from a private alley requires stopping and yielding.

Speed Limits and Driving Distances

Maximum speed limit on highways is 70 mph; in urban districts, 30 mph.
A 55 mph speed limit indicates driving at that speed only under favorable conditions.
Lawful brake distance at 20 mph is 25 feet.

Defensive and Night Driving

Defensive driving involves staying alert to potential trouble spots.
Dim headlights when an oncoming vehicle is within 500 feet at night.

Safety Belts and Child Safety

All occupants in passenger vehicles must wear safety belts.
Children under 8 years old and less than 4 feet, 9 inches must use safety seats.

Impaired Driving and Alcohol Limits

Alcohol slows reaction times and impairs judgment; a first conviction for DUI may incur a $2,000 fine.
Minor refusing a breathalyzer faces a 180-day license suspension.

Drowsiness and Distraction

Fatigue can affect driving similar to alcohol; recognizing drowsy signs and pulling over is crucial.
Cell phone use while driving should be avoided unless the vehicle is parked.

Accidents and Response

Report injury accidents to local police immediately; assist the injured while waiting for help.
In the event of a blowout, steer firmly and brake cautiously for safety.

General Safety Guidelines

Always signal before changing lanes; wait to return to your lane after overtaking until you can see the passed vehicle in your mirrors.
Maintain a safe distance from vehicles and comply with parking regulations near crosswalks.

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Prepare for the Texas driver's test with these flashcards covering essential driving rules and regulations. Each card presents a question or a term regarding driver's licenses and the laws pertaining to them. Ideal for both new drivers and those needing a refresher before taking the test.