1. If you plan to pass another vehicle, you should:
a) Assume the other driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal
b) Assume the other driver will maintain a constant speed
c) Honk your horn until the other driver pulls over to let you pass
d) Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane
2. What is the hand signal for stopping or slowing?
a) Right arm dangling out the window
b) Left arm straight horizontally
c) Left arm extended out the window with forearm and hand pointed up
d) Left arm extended out the window with forearm and hand pointed down
3. What does an eight-sided (octagonal) sign mean?
a) Speed limit
b) Wrong way
c) Yield
d) Stop
4. If you have been involved in a collision that resulted in the other driver being injured, the first thing you should do is:
a) Call a tow truck
b) Exchange insurance information with the other driver
c) Notify your insurance provider
d) Provide aid to the injured driver, if possible, but do not move the other driver unless necessary
5. You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:
a) In the lane alongside the truck, slightly behind the cab
b) No more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you
c) Closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead
d) Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle to allow visibility
6. The blind spots where truck drivers will not be able to see you are:
a) Directly behind the truck
b) The immediate left of the cab
c) The right side of the cab from rear tractor wheels outward
d) All of these answers are correct
7. When you are behind a motorcycle, you should:
a) Ride the brake
b) Drive more slowly
c) Allow for less following distance
d) Allow more following distance
8. Before changing lanes or attempting to pass another vehicle, you should:
a) Check your blind spots, mirrors, and look over your shoulder toward the rear
b) Signal your intention before changing lanes
c) Check to make sure there is enough space for the maneuver
d) All of these answers are correct
9. What best describes what you must do at a stop sign?
a) Only yield the right of way to vehicles, not pedestrians
b) Slow your vehicle, but do not come to a complete stop
c) All of these answers are correct
d) Always come to a full stop
10. A pedestrian with a white cane is:
a) Blind or visually impaired
b) Deaf
c) Handicapped
d) Elderly
11. When driving near construction zones, you should pass carefully and keep your attention on the road ahead.
a) True
b) False
12. At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
a) Honk your horn until pedestrians, vehicles, and trains get out of your way
b) Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason
c) Proceed cautiously without stopping
d) Look out both sides of your vehicle to see what's coming
13. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?
a) Leave as quickly as possible
b) Don't worry if the damage doesn't appear to be significant
c) None of these answers are correct
d) Try to locate the owner or leave your name and other pertinent information on the damaged vehicle
14. A traffic light with a flashing red signal means:
a) Stop, and then yield before proceeding
b) You are in a speed-controlled zone
c) Caution
d) Yield only
15. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for driving in an urban district is:
a) 30 mph
b) 35 mph
c) 40 mph
d) 20 mph
16. An intersection has a stop sign, a stop line, and a crosswalk. Where should you stop your vehicle?
a) At the corner
b) At the stop line
c) At the stop sign
d) Before entering the crosswalk
17. Under what conditions must you always bring your vehicle to a stop?
a) If you see a crossbuck sign
b) When a clearly visible railroad signal warns of the approach of a train
c) When merging on a multiple lane road
d) When you see a flashing yellow light
18. Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?
a) Cough syrups and cold tablets containing codeine or antihistamines
b) Beer, wine, and hard alcohol
c) Tranquilizers, marijuana, and sedatives
d) All of these answers are correct
19. Bicyclists should observe the same yielding regulations as a passenger vehicle.
a) True
b) False
20. The following statements regarding the use of seatbelts are true, with the EXCEPTION of:
a) They are NOT necessary if your vehicle has an air bag
b) They help prevent head injuries, helping you remain conscious and in control of the vehicle
c) They help prevent a human-to-human collision by holding you in place
d) They help keep you from being thrown from the vehicle in the event of a collision
21. When traveling at a safe speed on a freeway, select a lane that allows others to:
a) Pass you faster than the speed limit
b) Pass you on the right
c) Block traffic behind you
d) Pass you on the left
22. Why should you clean your headlights?
a) Dirty headlights greatly reduce the output of your headlights and your ability to see
b) Headlights have sensors that will prevent dirty lenses from turning on
c) It's illegal to drive with dirty headlights
d) You can increase the life of your headlights
23. Of the following, what is the safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving:
a) Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel
b) Keep your phone within easy reach so you won't need to take your eyes off the road
c) Only send text messages while driving; do not make actual calls
d) Pull over and stop in a safe area to use your cellular phone
24. On a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction, the driver should:
a) Drive in any lane
b) Drive in the left lane
c) None of these answers are correct
d) Drive in the right lane except to pass
25. A solid yellow line on your side of the road means:
a) You may pass with caution
b) You must reduce your speed
c) You may pass on the right
d) You may not pass another vehicle here
26. If the light turns red when you are in the middle of an intersection about to turn left, you should:
a) Immediately accelerate to complete the turn
b) Stop until the light changes to green
c) Back out of the intersection, if possible
d) Complete the turn when traffic clears
27. Reaction time is slower after:
a) Sleeping
b) Exercising
c) Reading
d) Consuming alcoholic beverages
28. When taking any medicine, you should:
a) Drive as fast as you can to arrive at your destination quickly
b) Have someone follow you home
c) Keep your window open and drive more slowly
d) Consult your doctor about the effects before driving
29. What is the minimum age to get a Class C driver license?
a) 16
b) 17
c) 18
d) 16, but only with the completion of an approved driver education course
30. If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the road during rain and you are hydroplaning:
a) Ease your foot off of the gas pedal to slow down gradually
b) Keep the steering wheel straight
c) Do not try to stop or turn until you feel traction against the road
d) All of these answers are correct
31. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
a) Only senior citizens are affected by blind spots
b) They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle
c) Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear-view mirrors
d) Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles
32. What does a double solid yellow line mean?
a) Passing permitted
b) School zone
c) Passing or changing lanes permitted only if obstructions or conditions require it
d) Do not cross double yellow lines to pass OR Passing not permitted by traffic in either direction
33. You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:
a) Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn
b) Never use your blinker and swerve quickly into the lane
c) Stop before entering the right lane and let all other traffic go first
d) Stop first and then proceed when it is safe
34. You may legally block an intersection:
a) When you entered the intersection during the green light
b) During rush hour traffic
c) At any time
d) Under no circumstances
35. Not including thinking distance, lawful brakes must stop a car at 20 miles per hour within how many feet?
a) 10 feet
b) 20 feet
c) 30 feet
d) 25 feet
36. When turning you should continually give the proper signal:
a) At least 50 feet before turning
b) At least 25 feet before turning
c) At least 75 feet before turning
d) At least 100 feet before turning
37. The law requires that children younger than this age should be secured in safety seats:
a) 3
b) 1
c) 2
d) 5
38. Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:
a. You are driving a pickup truck
b. You transport two or more young children in a passenger vehicle
c. The railroad crossing is located in a city or town that has frequent train traffic
d. You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks
39. You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if:
a. Both lines are solid
b. The line on the other side of the road is a broken line
c. The line on the other side of the road is a solid line
d. The line on your side of the road is a broken line
40. When driving in fog, you should use your:
a. Hazard lights
b. Fog lights only
c. High beams
d. Low beam headlights
41. Roadways are the most slippery:
a. When it first starts raining
b. After it has been raining for a while
c. On a dry, sunny day
d. During a heavy downpour
42. If you are driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding, you should:
a. Accelerate quickly and wildly spin the wheel
b. Tap your brakes lightly and shift into neutral
c. Steer to the right
d. Continue to look and steer in the direction you want to go
43. If you are not in the proper lane to make a right or left turn, you should:
a. Cut across to the proper lane immediately
b. Stop and wait until the way is clear before turning
c. Signal the direction you want to go and wait for a gap
d. Continue ahead to the next intersection to make the desired turn
44. You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:
a. Signal before turning
b. Drive onto the right shoulder
c. Turn on your hazard lights
d. Move toward the left side of your lane
45. If you intend to turn left on a solid green light with oncoming traffic, you should:
a. Turn left normally - you have the right-of-way
b. Stop before you get to the intersection, and make the turn after traffic clears
c. Swerve back into the lane that continues straight through the intersection
d. Enter slightly into the intersection and yield to oncoming traffic before turning
46. If you intend to turn left on a solid green light with oncoming traffic, you should:
a. Turn left normally - you have the right-of-way
b. Stop before you get to the intersection, and make the turn after traffic clears
c. Swerve back into the lane that continues straight through the intersection
d. Enter slightly into the intersection and yield to oncoming traffic before turning
47. All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?
a. Adjusting your outside mirrors
b. Eating food while driving
c. Transporting an unrestrained animal inside the vehicle
d. Driving while intoxicated
48. Your vehicle has a mechanical problem. You should:
a. Stop in your lane, get out, and direct traffic around your car
b. Stop in your lane and put on your hazard lights
c. Signal and pull into the slow lane
d. Activate your hazard lights and pull off the road
49. Why shouldn't you rely on another driver's signal light to indicate his or her actual intention?
a. All of these answers are correct
b. The vehicle may be turning another way
c. The light may not be working properly
d. The light may have been left on from an earlier turn
50. A "Do Not Pass" sign tells you not to pass unless the roadway is clear.
a. True
b. False
51. There are several reasons why drivers may not see motorcyclists. Choose the correct answer:
a. Motorcycles are slow, making them hard to see
b. Motorists are looking for big trucks
c. Motorcycles are fast, making them hard to see
d. The size of a motorcycle is smaller than that of a larger vehicle
52. A "Yield" sign means you should slow down or stop if necessary so that you can yield the right-of-way to vehicles on the other road.
a. True
b. False
53. Continuous hard braking on ice and snow can:
a. Help you stop more quickly
b. Keep the brakes from freezing
c. Extend the life of your brake pads
d. Lock-up the front wheels of vehicles not equipped with an anti-lock braking system, causing loss of steering
54. A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
a. Continue driving normally
b. Slow to 25 mph and pass cautiously
c. Stop, then proceed when you think all of the children have exited the bus
d. Stop and wait until the lights are no longer flashing and the bus proceeds
56. Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
a. May be crossed to enter or exit a private driveway
b. Should be treated as a separate traffic lane
c. May be crossed at any time
d. May not be crossed for any reason
57. If you are accompanying a new driver during practice driving, you must:
a. Be a licensed driver age 21 or older
b. Have a Class C Driver's license
c. Have at least 5 years driving experience
d. Be over 21 years old
58. You should never attempt to pass a car on a two-lane road.
a. True
b. False
59. A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:
a. May not pass, regardless of the direction they are traveling
b. In both directions may pass
c. Next to the solid line may pass
d. Next to the broken line may pass
60. It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is __________ percent or higher.
a. 0.01
b. 0.03
c. 0.02
d. 0.08
61. There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should:
a. Make eye contact and then pass him/her
b. Continue driving normally - you have the right-of-way
c. Slow down as you pass him/her
d. Stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian crossing the street
62. If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system you should:
a. Use only the lap belt
b. Only use the entire system at your discretion
c. Use only the shoulder belt
d. Correctly use both the lap and shoulder belt
63. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
a. Stop if it is safe to do so
b. Go through the intersection before it turns red
c. Slow down and proceed with caution
d. Prepare to stop
64. You must pull over when:
a. Another driver honks at you
b. You approach a flashing red light
c. You approach a yield sign
d. A police officer directs you to do so
65. When giving the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle you should speed up to avoid getting too close to the emergency vehicle.
a. True
b. False
66. You must turn on your headlights ____ minutes after sunset and leave them on until _____ minutes before sunrise.
a. 30, 30
b. 20, 20
c. 10, 10
d. 60, 60
67. If you are operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs and you are involved in a crash that results in a death of another person(s), you may:
a. Have your license suspended
b. Be charged with vehicular homicide
c. If convicted, be fined and sentenced to a term in prison
d. All of these answers are correct
68. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
a. You may turn when the other light changes to green
b. Do not attempt to turn
c. You should give the right-of-way to oncoming traffic
d. Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow after yielding to vehicles and pedestrians
69. When stopped at railroad tracks with no crossing gates, you may cross:
a. Only when the train is completely out of sight
b. As soon as the train has passed your roadway
c. At any time - you have the right-of-way
d. Only when you can see clearly in both directions
70. To avoid being blinded by oncoming cars at night, you should:
a. Squint to reduce glare
b. Wear polarizing anti-glare glasses
c. Concentrate on the center line
d. Look at the right edge of the road temporarily to guide yourself
71. If your driving privilege has been revoked, you may:
a. Drive only in the presence of a licensed parent or guardian
b. Still drive to and from work or school
c. Drive only in an emergency
d. No longer legally drive in this state
72. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
a. Help prevent traffic congestion
b. Get better gas mileage
c. Get you to your destination much faster and safer
d. Increase your chances of being involved in a collision
73. You come to a sharp crest of a hill. What should you do?
a. Speed up
b. Turn your vehicle's stereo off
c. Turn your lights on
d. Slow down and look for oncoming danger
74. You see a signal or flag person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions:
a. Unless they conflict with existing signs, signals, or laws
b. Only when you are the only vehicle in the area
c. Only if you see orange cones on the road ahead
d. At all times
75. When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
a. Turned to the right (away from the street)
b. Off the road, partially on the shoulder
c. Parallel with the pavement
d. Turned to the left (toward the street)
76. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. The traffic is traveling at 70 mph. The maximum speed you may legally drive is:
a. 70 mph or less
b. 75 mph or less
c. 70 mph or more
d. 65 mph or less
77. A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:
a. May not turn without engaging its hazard lights
b. May complete its turn in either of the two lanes
c. Must stay in the right lane at all times while turning
d. May have to swing wide to complete the right turn
78. You drive defensively when you:
a. Look only at the car in front of you while driving
b. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead
c. Slam on your brakes to prove a point to the tailgating driver behind you
d. Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards
79. When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within __________ feet behind a vehicle traveling in your direction.
a. 100
b. 400
c. 200
d. 300
80. Which of the following must you obey over the other three?
a. Flashing red light
b. Solid red light
c. Stop sign
d. Police officer
81. How many alcoholic drinks does it take to affect your driving ability?
a. 3 drinks
b. 2 drinks
c. 4 drinks
d. 1 drink
82. What is the maximum fine for the first conviction of driving without a valid driver's license?
a. $50.00
b. $100.00
c. $500.00
d. $200.00
83. In 50-55 mph traffic you are least likely to be involved in a collision if you:
a. Drive a few miles per hour faster than other traffic
b. Drive a few miles per hour slower than other traffic
c. Make sudden lane changes without using your signal
d. Stay within the 50-55 mph speed range
84. There is an emergency vehicle approaching your vehicle from behind with emergency lights on and flashing. You should:
a. Maintain your speed
b. Speed up and get out of the way
c. Slow down and keep moving
d. Signal, pull over to the right, and stop
85. When do pedestrians have the right-of-way over motor vehicles?
a. Pedestrians only have the right-of-way at controlled intersections when the "WALK" sign is lit
b. At railroad crossings and freeway exits
c. Pedestrians must always yield to motor vehicles
d. At crosswalks and intersections, controlled and uncontrolled, motor vehicles should always yield to pedestrians
86. When parallel parked, your curb side wheels must be no more than 18 inches from the curb.
a. True
b. False
87. Which of the following driving skills is/are affected by the use of alcohol and/or other drugs?
a. All of these answers are correct
b. Depth perception
c. Coordination
d. Alertness
88. Which of the following describes the thinking of a defensive driver?
a. Attempts to get from point A to point B as fast as possible
b. Knows other drivers will do the right thing
c. Tries to "beat" stoplights and rolls through stop signs
d. Considers what other drivers might unexpectantly do and is prepared to respond
89. The only way to "sober up" after consuming alcohol is to:
a. Take a cold shower
b. Drink several cups of coffee
c. Eat foods that contain starch
d. Allow your body enough time to process the alcohol, typically hours
90. The minimum age to obtain an instruction permit in Texas is __________.
a. 18
b. 17
c. 16
d. 15
91. You must pull over to the right and stop for an emergency vehicle with its lights and siren on:
a. If it is approaching from a side street
b. If it is coming towards you
c. If it is behind you
d. All of these answers are correct
92. Changing from one lane to another is best done:
a. Quickly and often
b. When a car is in your blind spot
c. Only after engaging your hazard lights
d. Smoothly and carefully
93. Alcohol is a __________ drug.
a. Depressant
b. Hallucinogen
c. None of these answers
d. Stimulant
94. To turn left from a multilane one-way street to another one-way street, you should start your turn from:
a. Only the right lane, regardless of the direction of the turn
b. The lane in the center of the road
c. Any lane (as long as it is safe)
d. The lane closest to the left curb
95. You have consented to take a test for the alcohol concentration of your blood, breath, or urine:
a. Only if you have been drinking alcohol
b. Only if an accident has occurred
c. Except when you take cold medicine
d. Whenever you operate a motor vehicle in the state
96. To pass a truck you must:
a. Honk your horn at the driver
b. Go as fast as possible to race with the truck
c. Pass on a downgrade
d. Make sure you have adequate space to pass the truck safely
97. In bad weather, you should make your vehicle easier to be seen by:
a. Turning on your parking lights
b. Flashing your high beams
c. Turning on your emergency flashers
d. Turning on your headlights
98. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for driving in an alley is:
a. 15 mph
b. 30 mph
c. 40 mph
d. 25 mph
99. When a traffic signal turns green signaling you to proceed, you should:
a. None of these answers are correct
b. Tap your horn lightly to let others know you are moving forward
c. Accelerate immediately so you do not hold up traffic behind you
d. Look left and right for danger before entering the intersection
100. If two vehicles enter an uncontrolled intersection at the same time from intersecting roadways, which vehicle should be given the right-of-way?
a. The vehicle on the right
b. The bigger vehicle
c. The vehicle in front
d. The vehicle on the left
a) Assume the other driver will let you pass if you use your turn signal
b) Assume the other driver will maintain a constant speed
c) Honk your horn until the other driver pulls over to let you pass
d) Not assume the other driver will make space for you to return to your lane
2. What is the hand signal for stopping or slowing?
a) Right arm dangling out the window
b) Left arm straight horizontally
c) Left arm extended out the window with forearm and hand pointed up
d) Left arm extended out the window with forearm and hand pointed down
3. What does an eight-sided (octagonal) sign mean?
a) Speed limit
b) Wrong way
c) Yield
d) Stop
4. If you have been involved in a collision that resulted in the other driver being injured, the first thing you should do is:
a) Call a tow truck
b) Exchange insurance information with the other driver
c) Notify your insurance provider
d) Provide aid to the injured driver, if possible, but do not move the other driver unless necessary
5. You are driving on the freeway. The vehicle in front of you is a large truck. You should drive:
a) In the lane alongside the truck, slightly behind the cab
b) No more than one car length behind the truck so the driver can see you
c) Closely behind the truck in bad weather because the driver can see farther ahead
d) Farther behind the truck than you would for a passenger vehicle to allow visibility
6. The blind spots where truck drivers will not be able to see you are:
a) Directly behind the truck
b) The immediate left of the cab
c) The right side of the cab from rear tractor wheels outward
d) All of these answers are correct
7. When you are behind a motorcycle, you should:
a) Ride the brake
b) Drive more slowly
c) Allow for less following distance
d) Allow more following distance
8. Before changing lanes or attempting to pass another vehicle, you should:
a) Check your blind spots, mirrors, and look over your shoulder toward the rear
b) Signal your intention before changing lanes
c) Check to make sure there is enough space for the maneuver
d) All of these answers are correct
9. What best describes what you must do at a stop sign?
a) Only yield the right of way to vehicles, not pedestrians
b) Slow your vehicle, but do not come to a complete stop
c) All of these answers are correct
d) Always come to a full stop
10. A pedestrian with a white cane is:
a) Blind or visually impaired
b) Deaf
c) Handicapped
d) Elderly
11. When driving near construction zones, you should pass carefully and keep your attention on the road ahead.
a) True
b) False
12. At intersections, crosswalks, and railroad crossings, you should always:
a) Honk your horn until pedestrians, vehicles, and trains get out of your way
b) Slowly pass vehicles that seem to be stopped for no reason
c) Proceed cautiously without stopping
d) Look out both sides of your vehicle to see what's coming
13. What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?
a) Leave as quickly as possible
b) Don't worry if the damage doesn't appear to be significant
c) None of these answers are correct
d) Try to locate the owner or leave your name and other pertinent information on the damaged vehicle
14. A traffic light with a flashing red signal means:
a) Stop, and then yield before proceeding
b) You are in a speed-controlled zone
c) Caution
d) Yield only
15. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for driving in an urban district is:
a) 30 mph
b) 35 mph
c) 40 mph
d) 20 mph
16. An intersection has a stop sign, a stop line, and a crosswalk. Where should you stop your vehicle?
a) At the corner
b) At the stop line
c) At the stop sign
d) Before entering the crosswalk
17. Under what conditions must you always bring your vehicle to a stop?
a) If you see a crossbuck sign
b) When a clearly visible railroad signal warns of the approach of a train
c) When merging on a multiple lane road
d) When you see a flashing yellow light
18. Which of the following substances can affect the ability to drive?
a) Cough syrups and cold tablets containing codeine or antihistamines
b) Beer, wine, and hard alcohol
c) Tranquilizers, marijuana, and sedatives
d) All of these answers are correct
19. Bicyclists should observe the same yielding regulations as a passenger vehicle.
a) True
b) False
20. The following statements regarding the use of seatbelts are true, with the EXCEPTION of:
a) They are NOT necessary if your vehicle has an air bag
b) They help prevent head injuries, helping you remain conscious and in control of the vehicle
c) They help prevent a human-to-human collision by holding you in place
d) They help keep you from being thrown from the vehicle in the event of a collision
21. When traveling at a safe speed on a freeway, select a lane that allows others to:
a) Pass you faster than the speed limit
b) Pass you on the right
c) Block traffic behind you
d) Pass you on the left
22. Why should you clean your headlights?
a) Dirty headlights greatly reduce the output of your headlights and your ability to see
b) Headlights have sensors that will prevent dirty lenses from turning on
c) It's illegal to drive with dirty headlights
d) You can increase the life of your headlights
23. Of the following, what is the safest precaution that you can take regarding the use of cellular phones and driving:
a) Use hands-free devices so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel
b) Keep your phone within easy reach so you won't need to take your eyes off the road
c) Only send text messages while driving; do not make actual calls
d) Pull over and stop in a safe area to use your cellular phone
24. On a road with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction, the driver should:
a) Drive in any lane
b) Drive in the left lane
c) None of these answers are correct
d) Drive in the right lane except to pass
25. A solid yellow line on your side of the road means:
a) You may pass with caution
b) You must reduce your speed
c) You may pass on the right
d) You may not pass another vehicle here
26. If the light turns red when you are in the middle of an intersection about to turn left, you should:
a) Immediately accelerate to complete the turn
b) Stop until the light changes to green
c) Back out of the intersection, if possible
d) Complete the turn when traffic clears
27. Reaction time is slower after:
a) Sleeping
b) Exercising
c) Reading
d) Consuming alcoholic beverages
28. When taking any medicine, you should:
a) Drive as fast as you can to arrive at your destination quickly
b) Have someone follow you home
c) Keep your window open and drive more slowly
d) Consult your doctor about the effects before driving
29. What is the minimum age to get a Class C driver license?
a) 16
b) 17
c) 18
d) 16, but only with the completion of an approved driver education course
30. If it feels like your tires have lost traction with the road during rain and you are hydroplaning:
a) Ease your foot off of the gas pedal to slow down gradually
b) Keep the steering wheel straight
c) Do not try to stop or turn until you feel traction against the road
d) All of these answers are correct
31. Which of the following statements about blind spots is true?
a) Only senior citizens are affected by blind spots
b) They are eliminated if you have one outside mirror on each side of the vehicle
c) Blind spots can be checked by looking in your rear-view mirrors
d) Large trucks have bigger blind spots than most passenger vehicles
32. What does a double solid yellow line mean?
a) Passing permitted
b) School zone
c) Passing or changing lanes permitted only if obstructions or conditions require it
d) Do not cross double yellow lines to pass OR Passing not permitted by traffic in either direction
33. You are getting ready to make a right turn. You should:
a) Slow down or stop, if necessary, and then make the turn
b) Never use your blinker and swerve quickly into the lane
c) Stop before entering the right lane and let all other traffic go first
d) Stop first and then proceed when it is safe
34. You may legally block an intersection:
a) When you entered the intersection during the green light
b) During rush hour traffic
c) At any time
d) Under no circumstances
35. Not including thinking distance, lawful brakes must stop a car at 20 miles per hour within how many feet?
a) 10 feet
b) 20 feet
c) 30 feet
d) 25 feet
36. When turning you should continually give the proper signal:
a) At least 50 feet before turning
b) At least 25 feet before turning
c) At least 75 feet before turning
d) At least 100 feet before turning
37. The law requires that children younger than this age should be secured in safety seats:
a) 3
b) 1
c) 2
d) 5
38. Always stop before you cross railroad tracks when:
a. You are driving a pickup truck
b. You transport two or more young children in a passenger vehicle
c. The railroad crossing is located in a city or town that has frequent train traffic
d. You don't have room on the other side to completely cross the tracks
39. You may cross a double yellow line to pass another vehicle if:
a. Both lines are solid
b. The line on the other side of the road is a broken line
c. The line on the other side of the road is a solid line
d. The line on your side of the road is a broken line
40. When driving in fog, you should use your:
a. Hazard lights
b. Fog lights only
c. High beams
d. Low beam headlights
41. Roadways are the most slippery:
a. When it first starts raining
b. After it has been raining for a while
c. On a dry, sunny day
d. During a heavy downpour
42. If you are driving and the rear end of your car starts skidding, you should:
a. Accelerate quickly and wildly spin the wheel
b. Tap your brakes lightly and shift into neutral
c. Steer to the right
d. Continue to look and steer in the direction you want to go
43. If you are not in the proper lane to make a right or left turn, you should:
a. Cut across to the proper lane immediately
b. Stop and wait until the way is clear before turning
c. Signal the direction you want to go and wait for a gap
d. Continue ahead to the next intersection to make the desired turn
44. You want to make a right turn at an upcoming intersection. You should slow down and:
a. Signal before turning
b. Drive onto the right shoulder
c. Turn on your hazard lights
d. Move toward the left side of your lane
45. If you intend to turn left on a solid green light with oncoming traffic, you should:
a. Turn left normally - you have the right-of-way
b. Stop before you get to the intersection, and make the turn after traffic clears
c. Swerve back into the lane that continues straight through the intersection
d. Enter slightly into the intersection and yield to oncoming traffic before turning
46. If you intend to turn left on a solid green light with oncoming traffic, you should:
a. Turn left normally - you have the right-of-way
b. Stop before you get to the intersection, and make the turn after traffic clears
c. Swerve back into the lane that continues straight through the intersection
d. Enter slightly into the intersection and yield to oncoming traffic before turning
47. All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?
a. Adjusting your outside mirrors
b. Eating food while driving
c. Transporting an unrestrained animal inside the vehicle
d. Driving while intoxicated
48. Your vehicle has a mechanical problem. You should:
a. Stop in your lane, get out, and direct traffic around your car
b. Stop in your lane and put on your hazard lights
c. Signal and pull into the slow lane
d. Activate your hazard lights and pull off the road
49. Why shouldn't you rely on another driver's signal light to indicate his or her actual intention?
a. All of these answers are correct
b. The vehicle may be turning another way
c. The light may not be working properly
d. The light may have been left on from an earlier turn
50. A "Do Not Pass" sign tells you not to pass unless the roadway is clear.
a. True
b. False
51. There are several reasons why drivers may not see motorcyclists. Choose the correct answer:
a. Motorcycles are slow, making them hard to see
b. Motorists are looking for big trucks
c. Motorcycles are fast, making them hard to see
d. The size of a motorcycle is smaller than that of a larger vehicle
52. A "Yield" sign means you should slow down or stop if necessary so that you can yield the right-of-way to vehicles on the other road.
a. True
b. False
53. Continuous hard braking on ice and snow can:
a. Help you stop more quickly
b. Keep the brakes from freezing
c. Extend the life of your brake pads
d. Lock-up the front wheels of vehicles not equipped with an anti-lock braking system, causing loss of steering
54. A school bus ahead of you in your lane is stopped with red lights flashing. You should:
a. Continue driving normally
b. Slow to 25 mph and pass cautiously
c. Stop, then proceed when you think all of the children have exited the bus
d. Stop and wait until the lights are no longer flashing and the bus proceeds
56. Two sets of solid double yellow lines that are two or more feet apart:
a. May be crossed to enter or exit a private driveway
b. Should be treated as a separate traffic lane
c. May be crossed at any time
d. May not be crossed for any reason
57. If you are accompanying a new driver during practice driving, you must:
a. Be a licensed driver age 21 or older
b. Have a Class C Driver's license
c. Have at least 5 years driving experience
d. Be over 21 years old
58. You should never attempt to pass a car on a two-lane road.
a. True
b. False
59. A solid yellow line next to a broken yellow line means that vehicles:
a. May not pass, regardless of the direction they are traveling
b. In both directions may pass
c. Next to the solid line may pass
d. Next to the broken line may pass
60. It is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is __________ percent or higher.
a. 0.01
b. 0.03
c. 0.02
d. 0.08
61. There is no crosswalk and you see a pedestrian crossing your lane ahead. You should:
a. Make eye contact and then pass him/her
b. Continue driving normally - you have the right-of-way
c. Slow down as you pass him/her
d. Stop and yield the right-of-way to the pedestrian crossing the street
62. If your vehicle has a two-part safety belt system you should:
a. Use only the lap belt
b. Only use the entire system at your discretion
c. Use only the shoulder belt
d. Correctly use both the lap and shoulder belt
63. When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
a. Stop if it is safe to do so
b. Go through the intersection before it turns red
c. Slow down and proceed with caution
d. Prepare to stop
64. You must pull over when:
a. Another driver honks at you
b. You approach a flashing red light
c. You approach a yield sign
d. A police officer directs you to do so
65. When giving the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle you should speed up to avoid getting too close to the emergency vehicle.
a. True
b. False
66. You must turn on your headlights ____ minutes after sunset and leave them on until _____ minutes before sunrise.
a. 30, 30
b. 20, 20
c. 10, 10
d. 60, 60
67. If you are operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs and you are involved in a crash that results in a death of another person(s), you may:
a. Have your license suspended
b. Be charged with vehicular homicide
c. If convicted, be fined and sentenced to a term in prison
d. All of these answers are correct
68. What does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
a. You may turn when the other light changes to green
b. Do not attempt to turn
c. You should give the right-of-way to oncoming traffic
d. Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow after yielding to vehicles and pedestrians
69. When stopped at railroad tracks with no crossing gates, you may cross:
a. Only when the train is completely out of sight
b. As soon as the train has passed your roadway
c. At any time - you have the right-of-way
d. Only when you can see clearly in both directions
70. To avoid being blinded by oncoming cars at night, you should:
a. Squint to reduce glare
b. Wear polarizing anti-glare glasses
c. Concentrate on the center line
d. Look at the right edge of the road temporarily to guide yourself
71. If your driving privilege has been revoked, you may:
a. Drive only in the presence of a licensed parent or guardian
b. Still drive to and from work or school
c. Drive only in an emergency
d. No longer legally drive in this state
72. If you drive faster than other vehicles on a road with one lane in each direction and continually pass the other cars, you will:
a. Help prevent traffic congestion
b. Get better gas mileage
c. Get you to your destination much faster and safer
d. Increase your chances of being involved in a collision
73. You come to a sharp crest of a hill. What should you do?
a. Speed up
b. Turn your vehicle's stereo off
c. Turn your lights on
d. Slow down and look for oncoming danger
74. You see a signal or flag person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions:
a. Unless they conflict with existing signs, signals, or laws
b. Only when you are the only vehicle in the area
c. Only if you see orange cones on the road ahead
d. At all times
75. When parking uphill on a two-way street with no curb, your front wheels should be:
a. Turned to the right (away from the street)
b. Off the road, partially on the shoulder
c. Parallel with the pavement
d. Turned to the left (toward the street)
76. You are driving on a freeway posted for 65 mph. The traffic is traveling at 70 mph. The maximum speed you may legally drive is:
a. 70 mph or less
b. 75 mph or less
c. 70 mph or more
d. 65 mph or less
77. A large truck is ahead of you and is turning right onto a street with two lanes in each direction. The truck:
a. May not turn without engaging its hazard lights
b. May complete its turn in either of the two lanes
c. Must stay in the right lane at all times while turning
d. May have to swing wide to complete the right turn
78. You drive defensively when you:
a. Look only at the car in front of you while driving
b. Always put one car length between you and the car ahead
c. Slam on your brakes to prove a point to the tailgating driver behind you
d. Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards
79. When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within __________ feet behind a vehicle traveling in your direction.
a. 100
b. 400
c. 200
d. 300
80. Which of the following must you obey over the other three?
a. Flashing red light
b. Solid red light
c. Stop sign
d. Police officer
81. How many alcoholic drinks does it take to affect your driving ability?
a. 3 drinks
b. 2 drinks
c. 4 drinks
d. 1 drink
82. What is the maximum fine for the first conviction of driving without a valid driver's license?
a. $50.00
b. $100.00
c. $500.00
d. $200.00
83. In 50-55 mph traffic you are least likely to be involved in a collision if you:
a. Drive a few miles per hour faster than other traffic
b. Drive a few miles per hour slower than other traffic
c. Make sudden lane changes without using your signal
d. Stay within the 50-55 mph speed range
84. There is an emergency vehicle approaching your vehicle from behind with emergency lights on and flashing. You should:
a. Maintain your speed
b. Speed up and get out of the way
c. Slow down and keep moving
d. Signal, pull over to the right, and stop
85. When do pedestrians have the right-of-way over motor vehicles?
a. Pedestrians only have the right-of-way at controlled intersections when the "WALK" sign is lit
b. At railroad crossings and freeway exits
c. Pedestrians must always yield to motor vehicles
d. At crosswalks and intersections, controlled and uncontrolled, motor vehicles should always yield to pedestrians
86. When parallel parked, your curb side wheels must be no more than 18 inches from the curb.
a. True
b. False
87. Which of the following driving skills is/are affected by the use of alcohol and/or other drugs?
a. All of these answers are correct
b. Depth perception
c. Coordination
d. Alertness
88. Which of the following describes the thinking of a defensive driver?
a. Attempts to get from point A to point B as fast as possible
b. Knows other drivers will do the right thing
c. Tries to "beat" stoplights and rolls through stop signs
d. Considers what other drivers might unexpectantly do and is prepared to respond
89. The only way to "sober up" after consuming alcohol is to:
a. Take a cold shower
b. Drink several cups of coffee
c. Eat foods that contain starch
d. Allow your body enough time to process the alcohol, typically hours
90. The minimum age to obtain an instruction permit in Texas is __________.
a. 18
b. 17
c. 16
d. 15
91. You must pull over to the right and stop for an emergency vehicle with its lights and siren on:
a. If it is approaching from a side street
b. If it is coming towards you
c. If it is behind you
d. All of these answers are correct
92. Changing from one lane to another is best done:
a. Quickly and often
b. When a car is in your blind spot
c. Only after engaging your hazard lights
d. Smoothly and carefully
93. Alcohol is a __________ drug.
a. Depressant
b. Hallucinogen
c. None of these answers
d. Stimulant
94. To turn left from a multilane one-way street to another one-way street, you should start your turn from:
a. Only the right lane, regardless of the direction of the turn
b. The lane in the center of the road
c. Any lane (as long as it is safe)
d. The lane closest to the left curb
95. You have consented to take a test for the alcohol concentration of your blood, breath, or urine:
a. Only if you have been drinking alcohol
b. Only if an accident has occurred
c. Except when you take cold medicine
d. Whenever you operate a motor vehicle in the state
96. To pass a truck you must:
a. Honk your horn at the driver
b. Go as fast as possible to race with the truck
c. Pass on a downgrade
d. Make sure you have adequate space to pass the truck safely
97. In bad weather, you should make your vehicle easier to be seen by:
a. Turning on your parking lights
b. Flashing your high beams
c. Turning on your emergency flashers
d. Turning on your headlights
98. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for driving in an alley is:
a. 15 mph
b. 30 mph
c. 40 mph
d. 25 mph
99. When a traffic signal turns green signaling you to proceed, you should:
a. None of these answers are correct
b. Tap your horn lightly to let others know you are moving forward
c. Accelerate immediately so you do not hold up traffic behind you
d. Look left and right for danger before entering the intersection
100. If two vehicles enter an uncontrolled intersection at the same time from intersecting roadways, which vehicle should be given the right-of-way?
a. The vehicle on the right
b. The bigger vehicle
c. The vehicle in front
d. The vehicle on the left
Chỉnh sửa cuối:
