Texas Driver Handbook Review, Questions 1-42

Texas Driver Handbook Review, Questions 1-42 Does a posted speed limit of 55 mph mean that you may drive 55 mph on that highway under all conditions? - >>-No; adjust the speed to avoid accidents What is the minimum age at which you get a Class C driver license without either driver education or a hardship case? - >>-18 years What is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license? - >>-$200 What type of restrictions may be placed on your license? - >>-restrictions pertaining to speed, location and time In what direction should you turn your wheels when parking uphill without a curb? - >>-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 is your responsibility; send in an application for renewal On a one-way street, what is the color of the broken lane marker? - >>-white Describe the "yield" sign. - >>-upside-down triangle that is red and white with the word "yield", allowing another vehicle to proceed before you What does a "Narrow Bridge" sign look like, and how should the driver react? - >>-yellow-orange rhombus with an hourglass-shaped road and broken lane marks in the middle; the driver should slow down and use caution What is the shape of a "Keep Right" sign, and how should the driver react? - >>-rectangle-shaped; the driver should react by keeping right Which sign tells you to slow down because you are approaching a double curve? - >>-yellow-orange rhombus that has a black arrow curved twice 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? - >>-a regulatory sign that says "slower traffic, keep right" What does "Yield Right-of-Way" mean - >>-allow the vehicle to the right of you to proceed before you Describe the equipment required on passenger cars by state law. - >>-horns, brakes, lights, rearview mirror, windshield wiper, front safety belts, license plates (front and back), fuel cap, exhaust system What is the purpose of the exhaust emission system? - >>-to help reduce air pollution Describe the forbidden equipment required on passenger cars by state law. - >>-red lights (only on an ER vehicle), bell/siren, muffler cutout, and nothing more than 3" left/6" on the right How should you react when a traffic officer tells you to do something which is ordinarily considered to be against the law? - >>-obey them Once the brakes 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 (pass) a school bus handling children? - >>-always About how many feet will the average driver going 50 mph travel from the moment he/she sees danger until he hits the brakes? - >>-229 feet 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 mph You should never drive on the left half of the roadway when you are within how many feet from an 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