TEXAS DPS DRIVING TEST QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility ? - Answer-a person
applies for a drivers license, registers a motor vehicle, or obtains a motor vehicle
inspection.
What is meant by "defensive driving" - Answer-Defensive driving is a form of training or
practice for motor vehicle drivers to drive in such a way that they consciously reduce the
dangers associated with driving around others on the road, and driving themselves.
Name 3 possible punishments concerning the DUI of a minor. - Answer--120 days
without a license
-$500 fine
-refusal of alcohol test can result in a 180 day suspension of license
Is it possible to have your license suspended by possessing a fake one already ? -
Answer-Yes, ( mostly concerning minors under the age of 21)
When are accident reports usually required ? - Answer-If the damage is $1,000 or more
Is it true that you drive in high gear going down a hill ? - Answer-False, always drive in
low gear going down a hill.
What does a green arrow with a red light mean ? - Answer-Go carefully with caution
Name at least 2 scenarios when you shouldn't be driving on the left side of the road -
Answer--Pavement markings prohibit driving on the left
-Within 100 ft of or crossing an intersection or railroad crossing
Is the center lane sign diamond shaped and orange , and what does it mean ? -
Answer-No it is rectangular and its black and white, this sign is stating that the center
lane is used for left turns only.
What does the "soft shoulder sign indicate ?" - Answer-Be careful not to run off of the
pavement
Under favorable circumstances (Including reaction time) a motor vehicle with good
brakes going 50 MPH can be stopped within .. - Answer-About 299 feet.
When turning you should give the proper signal within how many feet ? - Answer-At
least 100 ft
The maximum fine for a person age 21 or older who is driving and drinking an alcoholic
beverage is ? - Answer-$500
AND ANSWERS
When are you required to show proof of financial responsibility ? - Answer-a person
applies for a drivers license, registers a motor vehicle, or obtains a motor vehicle
inspection.
What is meant by "defensive driving" - Answer-Defensive driving is a form of training or
practice for motor vehicle drivers to drive in such a way that they consciously reduce the
dangers associated with driving around others on the road, and driving themselves.
Name 3 possible punishments concerning the DUI of a minor. - Answer--120 days
without a license
-$500 fine
-refusal of alcohol test can result in a 180 day suspension of license
Is it possible to have your license suspended by possessing a fake one already ? -
Answer-Yes, ( mostly concerning minors under the age of 21)
When are accident reports usually required ? - Answer-If the damage is $1,000 or more
Is it true that you drive in high gear going down a hill ? - Answer-False, always drive in
low gear going down a hill.
What does a green arrow with a red light mean ? - Answer-Go carefully with caution
Name at least 2 scenarios when you shouldn't be driving on the left side of the road -
Answer--Pavement markings prohibit driving on the left
-Within 100 ft of or crossing an intersection or railroad crossing
Is the center lane sign diamond shaped and orange , and what does it mean ? -
Answer-No it is rectangular and its black and white, this sign is stating that the center
lane is used for left turns only.
What does the "soft shoulder sign indicate ?" - Answer-Be careful not to run off of the
pavement
Under favorable circumstances (Including reaction time) a motor vehicle with good
brakes going 50 MPH can be stopped within .. - Answer-About 299 feet.
When turning you should give the proper signal within how many feet ? - Answer-At
least 100 ft
The maximum fine for a person age 21 or older who is driving and drinking an alcoholic
beverage is ? - Answer-$500
