Texas Permit Test Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What does a red traffic light mean?
✔✔Stop and wait until the light turns green.
What does a flashing yellow light indicate?
✔✔Proceed with caution and be prepared to stop if necessary.
What is the proper action at a four-way stop?
✔✔Yield to the vehicle that arrived first; if two arrive at the same time, yield to the vehicle on
the right.
What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 in Texas?
✔✔0.00%.
What should you do when approaching a school bus with flashing red lights?
✔✔Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and children have crossed safely.
What is the minimum age to obtain a learner permit in Texas?
✔✔15 years old.
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,When must you use your headlights in Texas?
✔✔From sunset to sunrise and during poor visibility conditions.
What is the safe following distance rule?
✔✔Maintain at least a three-second gap between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.
What is the correct hand position on the steering wheel?
✔✔Hands at 9 and 3 o’clock positions.
What is the proper way to make a right turn on red?
✔✔Come to a complete stop, check for traffic and pedestrians, and turn when safe.
What is the purpose of a solid yellow line on your side of the road?
✔✔You may not pass other vehicles.
What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?
✔✔Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid and avoid braking suddenly.
What is the correct way to use high beams?
✔✔Use on open roads at night but dim for oncoming traffic and when following another vehicle.
What is the proper response when an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens on?
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, ✔✔Pull over to the right and stop until it passes.
What is the procedure for entering a freeway from an entrance ramp?
✔✔Accelerate to match traffic speed and merge safely.
What is the minimum distance you must signal before a turn in a city?
✔✔100 feet.
What is the minimum distance you must signal before a turn on a highway?
✔✔500 feet.
What is the correct action when approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights?
✔✔Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and it is safe to cross.
When should you use a turn signal?
✔✔At least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes.
What is the proper action if a traffic light is not working?
✔✔Treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
What is the correct procedure for backing up your vehicle?
✔✔Check mirrors, look over your shoulder, and back slowly.
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What does a red traffic light mean?
✔✔Stop and wait until the light turns green.
What does a flashing yellow light indicate?
✔✔Proceed with caution and be prepared to stop if necessary.
What is the proper action at a four-way stop?
✔✔Yield to the vehicle that arrived first; if two arrive at the same time, yield to the vehicle on
the right.
What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 in Texas?
✔✔0.00%.
What should you do when approaching a school bus with flashing red lights?
✔✔Stop and remain stopped until the lights stop flashing and children have crossed safely.
What is the minimum age to obtain a learner permit in Texas?
✔✔15 years old.
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,When must you use your headlights in Texas?
✔✔From sunset to sunrise and during poor visibility conditions.
What is the safe following distance rule?
✔✔Maintain at least a three-second gap between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.
What is the correct hand position on the steering wheel?
✔✔Hands at 9 and 3 o’clock positions.
What is the proper way to make a right turn on red?
✔✔Come to a complete stop, check for traffic and pedestrians, and turn when safe.
What is the purpose of a solid yellow line on your side of the road?
✔✔You may not pass other vehicles.
What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?
✔✔Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid and avoid braking suddenly.
What is the correct way to use high beams?
✔✔Use on open roads at night but dim for oncoming traffic and when following another vehicle.
What is the proper response when an emergency vehicle approaches with lights and sirens on?
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, ✔✔Pull over to the right and stop until it passes.
What is the procedure for entering a freeway from an entrance ramp?
✔✔Accelerate to match traffic speed and merge safely.
What is the minimum distance you must signal before a turn in a city?
✔✔100 feet.
What is the minimum distance you must signal before a turn on a highway?
✔✔500 feet.
What is the correct action when approaching a railroad crossing with flashing lights?
✔✔Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing and it is safe to cross.
When should you use a turn signal?
✔✔At least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes.
What is the proper action if a traffic light is not working?
✔✔Treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
What is the correct procedure for backing up your vehicle?
✔✔Check mirrors, look over your shoulder, and back slowly.
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