Austin Driving school day 3 – Flashcards
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DPS, 30 days- in state, 90 days- out of state
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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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adversely affects a driver's concentration, judgement, and precption
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How does the use of marijuana affect our driving
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Stimulant gives a false series of alertness
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How does the use of amphetamines affect your driving
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Alcohol
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What is the most commonly used depressant drug?
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1st time when caught, $100 2nd time , $2,000 for BOTH times, Jail for 72 hours (180 days), license suspended for 90 days to 180 days
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What is the penalty for the first conviction of driving while intoxicated?
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180 days of license suspension
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If you are under 21, what is the penalty for the first time refusal to take a breath test?
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3 inches.
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The maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left fender of your car is __ inches.
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When an officer asks you to, stop signs, red lights
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Under what conditions must you ALWAYS stop?
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Yield to pedestrians and vehicals
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What should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway ?
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15 feet
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How close to a fire plug (hydrant) may a vehicle lawfully park?
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Ideal
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A posted speed limit of 55 means that you may drive 55 mph only under ___ conditions.
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A. No passing zone B. Hills C. Curves
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You should never attempt to pass a car ahead of you under what circumstances?
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if you must leave the pavement
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Passing to the right is not permitted _____.
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Turn when the way is clear
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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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approach to the intersection, preparing to yield
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What precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?
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All traffic laws and special bicycle laws
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Bicycle riders must observe what regulations?
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500 feet
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You should dim your lights when you are within ___ feet of a n approaching car
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parking
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When you are parked on the highway at night you should use your ____lights.
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Anytime you drive
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When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility?
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A. Liability insurance B. Release from liability C. Surely band or cash
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When needed, how may you show proof of financial responsibility?
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2 tail lights, emission system, seat belts, and turn signals
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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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Everyone
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In a passenger car or truck under 1500 pounds, who must use safety belts?
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8
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Child passenger safety seats are required for all children under the age of __.
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Look behind you carefully
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What is the most important thing in backing a motor vehicle?
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Expecting things to go wrong and compensating for other drivers
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What does it mean by defensive driving?
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Class A: at least 25 or 17-24 with drivers ed Class B: at least 25 or 17-24 with drivers ed Class C: 16-24 with drivers ed
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What are the age requirements for the following classes of licenses?
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Always slow down.
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A flashing yellow light means ______.
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Both parents and the minor
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When a parent signs the application of a minor for a driver's license, who assumes the responsibility for the driver?
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Yield the right of way to avoid injuring the pedestrian
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What should you do when a pedestrian walks out into the street in violation of the law?
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Any moving violation in which you are convicted, not including expired inspection
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As a driver, what traffic violations become a part of your permanent record in Austin?
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30 points
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When you take a driving test, you would not qualify if you have more than ___points deducted from your score.
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carefully help the injured person first, then send for help
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What should you do if you have an accident in which someone is injure?
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modrate
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The center lane of an expressway should be used by ___ traffic.
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every 2 hours or every 100 miles
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When making a long trip, you should stop nd rest about every __ hours or every ___ miles.
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Blind
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Pedestrians using white canes are usually ___.
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Slow down to avoid looking directly into the approaching
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If you are blinded by an approaching motor vehicle at night, it is best to
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driving too fast for condition
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Vehicles skids are most likely to be caused by
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slow down and be sure to get control of the vehicle before attempting to return
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What should you do if you run off the pavement?
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left side so that you can watch approaching cars
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If you must walk on the highway, which side should you walk on and why?
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ask your doctor if it is safe to drive after taking that medicine
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When taking medicine prescribed for you by a doctor, you should
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70 mph
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What is the speed limit on Texas Rural interstate highways?
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driving under the influence of alcohol by a minor
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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
