Drivers Ed- Texas – Flashcards
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At 20 MPH, the reaction distance is:
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44 feet
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The max fine for a person age 21 or older who is drinking and driving is:
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$500
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When turning from a three lane, one way street, you should turn from the:
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left
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When parking near a corner, you may park your vehicle no closer than:
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20 ft from a crosswalk
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If a child ran into the road 60-65 feet ahead of your vehicle, what is the highest speed from which you could stop before hitting him?
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20 mph
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Your headlights MUST be turned on:
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30 mins before and after sunset
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A vehicle should never be parked closer to a fire plug than:
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15 feet
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A flashing yellow light means:
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Always slow down
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You may lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left side of your vehicle:
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3 inches
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The max daytime speed limit for passenger cars on a numbered highway is:
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70 mph
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At night, a driver should dim his headlights when an oncoming car comes within:
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500 feet
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When making a long trip, you should stop and rest:
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every 100 miles of 2 hours
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If you run of the pavement, you should:
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Steer straight ahead, slow down and gradually return to the pavement
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Alcohol affects a driver by:
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*slowing down reaction
*impairing perception
*interfering with concentration
*dulling judgements
*causing unstable emotions
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The lights on your vehicle must be turned on anytime day or night when people and vehicles cannot be seen clearly for:
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1000 feet
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The max fine for a first conviction of driving W/O a valid licenses is:
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$200
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When parking parallel, it is best to leave the curb side wheels:
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6-18 inches from the curb
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Not including thinking and reaction distance, at 20 mph, lawful brakes must stop a car within:
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25 ft
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Drivers become subject to the liability insurance law when accident damages reach:
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$1000 to property of one person
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Stopping a vehicle with good brakes from 20 mph under good conditions requires:
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63 feet including thinking distance
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If blinded by an approaching motor vehicle at night, it is best to:
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Slow down and avoid looking directly into the lights of the approaching vehicle.
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If you are driving at the speed limit and another car starts to pass, you should:
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Slow down and allow him to pass.
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When approaching an intersection, bridge or railroad crossing, you should never drive on the left side of the roadway within:
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100 ft
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The maximum fine for a first non-driving alcohol-related offense of possession of consumption of alcohol by a minor is:
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$500
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When driving in fog, you can see better by:
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Using lower headlight beams.
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What is the first thing that should be done when a motor vehicle starts to skid?
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Take your foot off the accelerator and steer in the direction of the skid.
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Under favorable circumstances, including reaction time, a motor vehicle going 50 can be stopped within:
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about 229 ft
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As you near and intersection, you discover you are in the wrong lane to make your turn. You should:
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Drive on until you can get into the proper lane, then turn at another intersection and circle back to your intended turn.
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How do safety belts help a driver control the vehicle?
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>They help prevent you from sliding on your seat in sudden stops and turns, and they help keep you behind the wheel if you are hit from the side
> They help you stay in position in case of an emergency maneuver
> They help reduce fatigue which helps you stay awake and alert
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All of the following practices are dangerous to do while driving. Which of these is also illegal?
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driving for intoxicated
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A traffic light with a flashing red signal means:
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Stop, and then yield before proceeding
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When a traffic signal turns green signaling you to proceed, you should:
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Look left and right for danger before entering the intersection
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You drive defensively when you:
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Keep your eyes moving to look for possible hazards
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You see a signal or flag person at a road construction site ahead. You should obey his or her instructions:
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At all times
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When you tailgate other drivers:
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You can frustrate the other drivers and make them angry
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If you are continually being passed on the right and the left while driving in the center lane of a three-lane freeway, you should:
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Move to the right hand lane
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When stopped at railroad tracks with no crossing gates, you may cross:
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Only when you can see clearly in both directions
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What is the maximum fine for the first conviction of driving without a valid driver's license?
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$200.00
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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.
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true
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Under what conditions must you always bring your vehicle to a stop?
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When a clearly visible railroad signal warns of the approach of a train
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What is the minimum age to get a Class C driver license?
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16, but only with the completion of an approved driver education course
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When parallel parked, your curb side wheels must be no more than 18 inches from the curb.
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true
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When turning you should continually give the proper signal:
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At least 100 feet before turning
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There are several reasons why drivers may not see motorcyclists. Choose the correct answer:
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The size of a motorcycle is smaller than that of a larger vehicle
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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for driving in an urban district is:
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30 mph
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When driving at night using high beams, dim your lights when you get within __________ feet behind a vehicle traveling in your direction.
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300 ft
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Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for driving in an alley is:
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15 mph
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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 to vehicles and pedestrians
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When giving the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle you should speed up to avoid getting too close to the emergency vehicle.
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False
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Not including thinking distance, lawful brakes must stop a car at 20 miles per hour within how many feet?
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25 ft
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In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb?
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right
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What does the "Yield Right-of-Way" mean?
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to give the ability to pass to said vehicle
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Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law?
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brakes
slow moving vehicle emblem
lights
front safety belts
horns
tires
muffler and exhaust system
rearview mirror
fuel cap
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What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?
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to help reduce air pollution
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Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically forbids on passenger cars driven within the state.
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front red light
bell, siren, or exhaust
a muffler cutout
flashing red front light
anything extending 3inches left or 6inches right
a radar interference system
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Once the brakes have been applied, about how many feet does the car which was going 70 mpg travel before it comes to a stop?
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233 ft
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About how many feet will the average driver going 50 mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?
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110 ft
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You should never drive on the left half on the roadway( for passing) when you are within how many feet from an intersection, bridge, or railroad crossing?
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100 ft
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When two cars meet at an intersection of two-lane road with four-lane road, which one must yield the right away?
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The two-lane. Cars in the area with less lanes must yield the right away.
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What should you do if you have a blowout while driving?
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Take foot off of gas and apply brakes. Steer straight to a stop.
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How many years must proof of financial responsibility be kept up?
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2 years
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When turning you should continually give the proper signal:
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At least 100 feet before turning
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When you approach a traffic signal displaying a steady yellow light, you must:
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Prepare to stop
