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| What is the minimun age at which you can get a Class C drivers license without either driver education or being a hardship case? |
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| How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license? |
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| What type of restrictions may be places on your license? |
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| restrictions to improve driving |
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| in what direction should you turn your what direction should you point wheels when parking uphill with out a curb? |
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| What action should you take if you fail to receive the renewal notice card reminding you that your driver license is about to expire? |
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| Renew your license even if you do not receive notice. |
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| On a one-way street what color is the broken lane marker? |
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| red and white equallateral triangle |
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| What does a Narrow Bridge sign look like and how should the driver react when he sees one? |
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| an hour glass. slow down and use caution |
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| What is the shape of a keep right sign and how should the driver react when he sees one? |
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| rectangle. slow down and keep right |
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| which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve? |
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| the arrow with two curbs. yello and diagnal square. |
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| what does a do not pass sign mean? |
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| The distance you can see ahead is so limited that passing is so hazardous that you may not pass. |
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| Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow? |
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| white rectangle. says slower traffic keep right |
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| what does yield right of way mean? |
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| means you let a person go first |
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| Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law. |
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Brakes (foot brake and parking brake, Lights (2 headlights, 2 tail lights, brake lights, turn signals, license plate light, parking lights)
Horn, Muffler, Safety glass, License plates, Windshield wiper, rearview mirror, front seat belts
tires with tread depth of at least 2/32nds of an inch, fuel cap |
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| What is the purpose of the exhaust emission system? |
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| Describe the types of equipment wich texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state. |
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| a red light showing from the front, a bell, siren, or exhaust whistle, a muffler cutout, anything extending more than three inches beyond the left side or six inches beyond the right side or the body, running board or fenders of your car,flashing red lights on the front |
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| How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something wich is ordinarily considered to be against the law? |
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| you must obey them at all times |
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| Once the breaks have been applied about how many feet does a car which was going 70 mph trabvel before it comes to a stop? |
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| when is it necessary to stop before proceeding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children? |
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| when its light are flashing |
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| about how many feet will the average driver going 50 mph travel form the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes? |
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| within how many feet of a crosswalk may you park when parking near a corner? |
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| what is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts? |
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| does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean that you may drive 55 mph on that highway under all conditions? |
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| no, depends on weather, and traffic. |
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| you should never drive on the left half of the roadway when you are within how many feet form an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing? |
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| what should you do when you discover that you are in the wrong lane to make a turn as you enter the intersection? |
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| not turn but continue straight ahead. |
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| 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? |
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| the car from the 2 lane road |
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| if you are driving and hear a siren coming, what should you do? |
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| yield the right of way by pulling to the right edge of the roadway and stop. |
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| what is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid? |
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| turn wheel in direction of skid |
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| at what time of the day should your headlights be turned on? |
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| 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. |
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| under what conditions may your drivder's license be suspended? |
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| what is carbon monoxide and how may it be harmful to drivers? |
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| it is a deadly gass, and it could kill you. |
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| describe wath ou should do when you have a blowout while driving? |
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| Don't slam on the brakes.Take your foot off the gas and gently apply the brakes.Steer straight ahead to a stop. |
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| what should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with standard transmission? |
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| Use a low gear to help slow your car down |
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| what should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle? |
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| stop and locate the operator or ownergive them your info or give written notice. |
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| when are accident reports required? |
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| when a crash is not investigated by a law enforcement offiver and crash resulted in death or damage to property to an extent of $1000 or more. |
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| if you are required to show proof of infancial responsibility for the future, how many years must such proof be kept up? |
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| what type of sign watns you to watch right and left for cross traffic? |
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| yellow diamond sign with a cross in the middle |
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| Describe the emblem which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25 mph or less. |
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| it is red, and like an upside down diamond, or superman logo. |
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| in which gear should you drive when going down a steep hill? |
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| what qualifications must one have to teach a beginner to drive? |
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| You must be at least 21 and have at least one year of driving experience. |
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| if the preson is under 18 when does his provisional license expire? |
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| next bday after license is given |
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| when parked parallel, your curb side wheels should be no more than how many inches from the curb? |
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| when following another car, what is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind? |
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| stay 2 seconds behind. 4 in bad weather |
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| to what agency and within what time period must a change of address be reported for driver licensing purposes? |
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| Texas Department of Public Safety Driver License Office within 30 days |
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| what effect does the use of marijuana and amphetamine have on driving? |
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| affects concentration, judgement, and sensory and perceptual skills. |
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| what is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated? |
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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 |
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| what does a green arrow showing with a red light mean? |
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| Proceed carefully in the direction of the arrow after yielding the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians. |
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| how should you react to a flashing red light? |
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| Stop completely before entering the crosswalk or intersection, then proceed when you can do so safely |
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| wich sign tells you to watch out for for a train? |
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| white X that says Railroad crossing |
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| describe the sign which warns you to slow down for a winding road. |
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| yellow diamond with curvy arrow |
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| what sign indicated that the road that you are on merges with another? |
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| straight arrow next to curve arrow |
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| what kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25 mph? |
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| yellow diamond with arrow and yellow square underneath that says 25 mph |
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| describe the sign that tells you to watch for cross traffic ahead. |
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| yellow diamond with cross |
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| what type of sign warns you that you should slow down for a sharp rise in the roadway? |
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| describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area. |
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| white square. ex "Loop 290" |
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| what is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left fender of your car? |
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| under what conditions must you always stop? |
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| 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 |
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| what should you do when coming onto a street form a private alley or driveway? |
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| yield the right of way to all approaching behicles and pedestrians |
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| 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? |
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| how close to a fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park? |
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| what does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean? |
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| what is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on texas highways numbered by this state or US outside an urban district? |
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| under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you? |
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| under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted? |
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| 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. |
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| when a driver is waiting to make a left turn, what is the procedure he should take when the light turns green? |
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| look in all directions before starting to turn, stay to right of way to any vehicle approaching opposite direction, conple the turn to the right of centerline of road. |
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| what precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections? |
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| 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. |
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| what regulations should a bicycle rider observe? |
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| All traffic laws, signs and signals |
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| under what conditions should headlights be used? |
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| 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. |
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| you should dim your light when you are within how many feet of an approaching car? |
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| waht type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night? |
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| parking lights or low beam headlights |
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| which lights should you use when you are driving in a fog? |
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| when are you required to show proof of financial responsibility? |
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| to law enforcement officer, or to another person involved in crash. |
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| when needed, how may one show proof of financial responsibility? |
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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. |
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| what sign warns you that you must slow down? |
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| 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? |
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| why are seat belts important? |
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| help to keep you from being thrown form your car, hiting dashboard to hard |
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| what is meant by "defensive driving"? |
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| ways to abvoid crashes. Be a cautious driver, stay alert and look for trouble. |
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| what are the different classes of licenses and age requirements for each? |
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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 |
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| when is a bicyclist not required to ride to the right of the roadway? |
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| When moving slower than the other traffic on the roadway |
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| when are bicyclist allowed to ride two avreast in a traffic lane? |
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| When they do not impede the normal and reasonable flow of traffic on the roadway |
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| what are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes? |
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| 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. |
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| what are the penalties for minors (under 21) convited of DUI? |
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| fine up to $500, 20-40 hrs of community service, alcohol awareness class, suspended DL for 120 days. |
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| what are penalties for minor (under 21) convicted of nondriving alcohol related offenses? |
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| fine up to $500, 8-12 hrs community service, alcohol awareness class, DL suspention for 30 days |
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