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Drivers Ed Texas 😁

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What is the minimum age at which you can get a class C driver's license without either driver driver education or being a hardship case?
18 years old
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
abf
In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb
To the right
What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding you that your driver license is about to expire?
It's up to you to renew your license
On a one-way street what color is the broken lane marker
White
Describe the "yield" sign
Upside down triangle
What does a narrow bridge sign look like and how should the driver react when he sees one
Slow down and use caution
What is the shape of a keep right sign and should the driver react when he see one
rectangle. slow down and keep right
Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve
the arrow with two curbs. yello and diagnal square.
What does a "do not pass" sign mean
Do not pass other vehicles
Which sign tells you to keep in the right hand lane when driving slow
Slower traffic keep right
What does yield right of way mean
To give way, go before you
Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law
Brakes, Lights, Horns, muffler and exhaust system, safety glass, license plates, windshield wiper, rearview mirror, slow moving vehicle emblem, front safety belts, tires, fuel cap
What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system
Helps reduce pollution
How should you react when w traffic officer tells you to do something which is ordinary considered to be against the law
You must obey a law enforcement officer
Once the breaks have been applied about how many feet does a car which was going 70 mph travel before it comes to a stop
387 feet
When is it necessary to stop before proceeding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children
When the bus stop sign and lights stop flashing and the bus continues moving
About how many feet will the average driver going 50 mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the breaks
110
Within how many feet of a crosswalk may you park when parking near a corner
20 feet
What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts
30 miles
Does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55 mph on that highway under all conditions
No
You should never drive on the left half of the roadway when you are within how many feet from the intersection bridge or railroad crossing
100 feet
What should you do if you discover you are in the wrong lane to make a turn as you enter an intersection
Do not turn continue straight ahead
when two cars meet at the intersection of a two-lane road with a four lane road which one must yield the right of way?
the car from the 2 lane road
If you are driving an hear a siren coming what shouls you do
Pull over to the right edge of the road and stop you can't pull over then slow down
What is the first thing you should be done when a car starts to skid
Take your foot off the gas pedal or turn your steering wheel in the direction of the skid and to avoid a skid by slowing down when the road/weather conditions are poor
At what time of day should your headlights be turned on
one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise, and any time persons or vehicles cannot be seen clearly for at least 1,000 feet.
Under what conditions may your drivers license be suspended
Lending a driver license or ID card to someone, possessing more then one valid drivers license, providing false information or documents when applying for a drivers license
What is carbon monoxide and how may it be harmful to drivers
Cars produce monoxide which is a deadly tasteless & Odorless gas that can kill you
Describe what you should do if you have a blowout while driving
Take your foot off the gas and gently apply the brakes
What should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with a standard transmission
Lower your gear
What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle
Locate the owner of the car and provide the name and address of the operator and owner of the vehicle
when are accident reports are required
A crash resulting in an injury, death or damage
if you are you required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future how many years must such proof be kept up
2 years
what type of sign warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?
yellow diamond sign with a cross in the middle
in which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill?
low gear
what qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?
You must be at least 21 and have at least one year of driving experience.
if the person is under 18 when does his provisional license expire?
next bday after license is given
when parked parallel, your curb side wheels should be no more than how many inches from the curb?
18 inches
when following another car, what is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?
stay 2 seconds behind. 4 in bad weather
to what agency and within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes?
Texas Department of Public Safety Driver License Office within 30 days
what effect does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving?
affects concentration, judgement, and sensory and perceptual skills.
what is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?
1st offense: fine up to $2,000; jail time 72 hours to 180 days; license suspension 90 to 365 days

2nd offense: fine up to $4,000; jail time 30 days to 1 year; license suspension 180 days to 2 years

3rd offense: fine up to $10,000; prison time 2 to 10 years; license suspension 180 days to 2 years
what does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?
Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow after yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians.
how should you react to a flashing red light?
Stop completely before entering the crosswalk or intersection, then proceed when you can do so safely
which sign tells you to watch out for for a train?
white X that says Railroad crossing
describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road.
yellow diamond with curvy arrow
what sign indicated that the road that you are on merges with another?
straight arrow next to curve arrow
what kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25 mph?
yellow diamond with arrow and yellow square underneath that says 25 mph
describe the sign that tells you to watch for cross traffic ahead.
yellow diamond with cross
what type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the roadway?
yellow diamond "BUMP"
describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area.
white square. ex "Loop 290"
what is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left fender of your car?
3 inches
under what conditions must you always stop?
when a school bus is flashing its lights, exiting a private road or driveway, an approaching train, at a red light, at a stop sign
what should you do when coming onto a street form a private alley or driveway?
yield the right of way to all approaching behicles and pedestrians
if a child runs into the road 45-50 feet ahead of your car, what is the highest speed from which you can stop with good breaks without hitting him?
less than 20 mph
how close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?
no less than 15 feet
what does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean?
maximun speed is 55
what is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on texas highways numbered by this state or US outside an urban district?
70 pmh
under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?
in a no passing zone
under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?
when passing another vehicle on a two or three-lane street, driving on a one way street, when the right half of the road is blocked.
when a driver is waiting to make a left turn, what is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?
look in all directions before starting to turn, stay to right of way to any vehicle approaching opposite direction, couple the turn to the right of center line of road.
what precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
yield the rightaway to any vehicle which has enterd the intersection on your right or approching from the right, make sure there are no approaching vehicles form the left.
what regulations should a bicycle rider observe?
All traffic laws, signs and signals
under what conditions should headlights be used?
one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise, and any time persons or vehicles cannot be seen clearly for at least 1,000 feet.
you should dim your light when you are within how many feet of an approaching car?
500 ft
what type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?
parking lights or low beam headlights
which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog?
low beam headlights
when are you required to show proof of financial responsibility?
to law enforcement officer, or to another person involved in crash.
when needed, how may one show proof of financial responsibility?
An insurance policy in the minimum amounts

A proof of insurance form

An insurance binder

A certificate from the state comptroller or the county judge showing you have at least $55,000 on deposit

A surety bond issued by the Department of Public Safety

A certificate from the DPS showing you have more than 25 vehicles registered in your name and qualify as a self-insurer.
what sign warns you that you must slow down?
flashing yellow light
what circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?
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in addition to mufflers what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after?
seat belts
why are seat belts important?
help to keep you from being thrown form your car, hiting dashboard to hard
what is meant by "defensive driving"?
ways to abvoid crashes. Be a cautious driver, stay alert and look for trouble.
what are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?
Class A, for vehicles or combination of vehicles over 26,000 pounds: 18, (17 with drivers ed) Class B, for single vehicles over 26,000 pounds and buses: 18 (17 with drivers ed) Class C, for ordinary cars and light trucks (i.e. not Class A or B vehicles): 18, 16 with drivers ed, 15 with hardship application Class M, for motorcycles, 18, 16 with drivers ed; for mopeds 15
when is a bicyclist not required to ride to the right of the roadway?
When moving slower than the other traffic on the roadway
when are bicyclist allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?
When they do not impede the normal and reasonable flow of traffic on the roadway
what are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?
1. Motorist turning left into oncoming bicycle traffic; 2. Motorist turning right across path of bicycle traffic; 3. Motorist pulling away from stop sigh failing to yield to bicycle cross traffic.
what are penalties for minor (under 21) convicted of nondriving alcohol related offenses?
fine up to $500, 8-12 hrs community service, alcohol awareness class, DL suspention for 30 days
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