Permit Test

What should you do when approach a roundabout?
A . Speed up.
B . Drive clockwise around a raised center island.
C . Yield to traffic already in the roundabout.
D . All of the above

C

In which of the following conditions must vehicles yield to pedestrians?

A . Pedestrians have entered a marked crosswalk at an uncontrolled intersection.
B . Pedestrians have a green light.
C . Pedestrians have a WALK signal.
D . All of the above

D

In what situation must vehicles traveling on a two-lane road yield the right-of-way to other vehicles?

A . The two-lane road intersects with a divided road
B . The two-lane road intersects with a four-lane road
C . The two-lane paved road intersects with a two-lane unpaved road
D . Both A and B are correct

D

If you are traveling on the access road of a controlled-access highway, you must yield the right-of-way to ________________.

A . any vehicle that is coming off of the highway
B . every other vehicle entering the controlled-access highway
C . any vehicle entering the controlled-access highway
D . Both A and C are correct

D

When turning left, you must yield the right-of-way to __________________.

A . any vehicle behind you
B . vehicles to your right
C . any vehicles coming straight through from the other direction
D . pedestrians only

C

If the other driver does not follow the right-of-way rules at a yield sign, what should you do?

A . Point to the sign so he knows what he did wrong.
B . Let him have the right-of-way.
C . Write down his license plate number.
D . Honk your horn so he will stop and give you the right-of-way.

B

All vehicles must stop at least ___ ft from the nearest rail if a signal or flagger is warning of an oncoming train.

A . 10
B . 15
C . 20
D . 25

B

If you are driving and hear a siren coming, what should you do?

A . It depends on which direction the emergency vehicle is coming from.
B . Slow down to 20 mph and keep moving.
C . Pull to the right edge of the road and stop.
D . Stop where you are and turn on your hazard lights.

C

When approaching a school bus with flashing red lights on your side of the road what should you do?

A . Stop and remain stopped as long as the red lights are flashing.
B . Slow down and proceed with caution without stopping.
C . Continue driving at the same speed.
D . Warn the bus driver by sounding your horn.

A

All motor vehicles registered in Texas must ____________________.

A . pass an emissions test in addition to the safety inspection
B . have flashing red lights on the front
C . be inspected each year by an official motor vehicle inspection station
D . have their registration renewed every two years

C

Your driving privilege will be automatically suspended if convicted for _____________ offense(s).

A . Intoxication manslaughter
B . Evading arrest
C . Lending your drivers license to someone else
D . All of the above

D

A learner license permits a new driver to legally practice driving only when accompanied by a licensed driver, who is at least ___ years old and has had at least one year driving experience.

A . 16
B . 18
C . 21
D . 25

C

The minimum amount of liability insurance for property damage is $_______.

A . 10,000
B . 15,000
C . 20,000
D . 25,000

D

New residents must get a Texas driver license within ____ days.

A . 30
B . 60
C . 90
D . 120

C

If you illegally drive without a drivers license you may be fined up to $______ for your first conviction.

A . 200
B . 600
C . 1,000
D . 5,000

A

Driving is a ___________.

A . Constitutional right
B . human right
C . game
D . privilege

D

Which of the following may result in the cancellation of the driver license?

A . Incomplete drivers education
B . Failure to pay fine
C . Negligent driving
D . All of the above

A

Which of the following means temporary withdrawal of a driver license or driving privilege for a definite period of time?

A . Suspension
B . Revocation
C . Cancellation
D . Denial

A

What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?

A . C—Nighttime only
B . A—With corrective lenses
C . D—Not slower than 45 mph
D . E—Only expressway driving

B

A solid yellow line on your side of the road marks a _________________.

A . pedestrian crossing area
B . passing zone
C . no-passing zone
D . trucks-only lane

C

Which is the shape of a YIELD sign?
A . Octagon
B . Pennant
C . Equilateral triangle
D . Pentagon

C

A flashing red light at an intersection means ______________.

A . stop only when you see other vehicles in the intersection
B . stop completely before entering the crosswalk or intersection, proceed only when it is safe
C . stop and wait until the lights stop flashing
D . slow down and proceed through an intersection with caution

B

Brown signs are used for ____________.

A . motorist services guidance
B . direction guidance
C . public recreation and scenic guidance
D . route markers

C

What is the state speed limit for automobiles in urban districts?

A . 15
B . 30
C . 50
D . 60

B

When another vehicle is passing you, you should ___________________.

A . speed up
B . move to the left
C . never increase your speed
D . flash your headlights

C

The left lane on freeways is for _____ traffic.

A . faster
B . slower
C . exiting
D . entering

A

When parking uphill with no curb, your front wheels should be _________________.

A . turned to the left
B . turned to the right
C . parallel with the pavement
D . turned in the direction that is most comfortable

B

What is the correct response when your vehicle starts to skid?

A . Firmly apply the brakes.
B . Take your foot off the accelerator.
C . Switch to a low gear.
D . Speed up.

B

You may not park your vehicle within ____ft of a fire hydrant.

A . 15
B . 20
C . 30
D . 50

A

When driving in snowy conditions, what should you do?

A . Drive faster.
B . Stay farther behind the vehicle ahead.
C . Turn your high-beam headlights.
D . Make quick stops.

B

You must signal continuously for at least _____ ft before you turn or change lanes.

A . 50
B . 100
C . 150
D . 200

B

At what time of the day should your headlights be turned on?

A . Between one-half hour before sunset and one-half hour after sunrise
B . From 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
C . Between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise
D . From 1 a.m. to 7 a.m.

C

What are the penalty for minors convicted of Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol for the first time?

A . A fine up to $100 and 20 hours of community service
B . A fine up to $200 and confinement in jail for 24 hours
C . A fine up to $500 and up to 40 hours of community service
D . Confinement in jail for 10 days or a fine up to $300

C

What is the second most common drug found in the bodies of collision victims?

A . Cocaine
B . Heroin
C . Marijuana
D . Prescription pills

C

Alcohol first impairs your _________.

A . senses
B . motor skills
C . reflexes
D . judgment

D

Which law requires a driver to submit to a breath or blood test if asked by an officer?

A . Zero Tolerance
B . Implied Consent Law
C . Lemon Law
D . Joshua’s Law

B

In Texas, it’s illegal for anyone 21 years of age or older to drive a motor vehicle with a BAC of ____% or more.

A . 0.01
B . 0.04
C . 0.05
D . 0.08

D

Which of the following will sober up (or lower the BAC of) an intoxicated person?

A . A cold shower
B . Coffee
C . Time
D . Food

C

It is a DUI offense committed by a minor if a driver under 21 years old has __________of alcohol in his or her system.

A . at least 0.01%
B . any measurable amount
C . at least 0.08%
D . not less than 0.02%

B

Which of the following factors determine alcohol’s affects on an individual?

A . Body size
B . Time
C . Gender
D . All of the above

D

It is illegal for a minor to _____________.

A . buy any over-the-counter drugs
B . ride in a car with a parent who carries alcoholic beverage
C . purchase, consume, or possess any alcoholic beverage
D . use medications prescribed by a doctor

C

Driving while impaired by ______ is illegal.

A . illegal drugs
B . over-the-counter drugs
C . prescription medicines
D . Any of the above

D

Which of the following represents a positive way to handle aggressive feelings and road rage?

A . Driving faster than the posted speed limit
B . Be forgiving
C . Knowing where you stand with other drivers
D . Making good eye contact

B

What should a driver do in a construction zone?

A . Obey any instruction from construction workers.
B . Increase speed and leave it as soon as possible.
C . Expect more green signs guiding through the zone.
D . Turn around and take other route.

A

When you are stopped by a law enforcement officer, you should _________________.

A . acknowledge the officer’s presence by turning on your right turn signal
B . stop your vehicle away from traffic
C . remain in the vehicle and lower the driver’s window
D . All of the above

D

____________________ are the most vulnerable roadway users.

A . Pedestrians and bicyclists
B . Motorcyclists
C . Slow-moving vehicles
D . Vehicles towing trailers

A

What does a SLOW MOVING VEHICLE sign look like?

A . Orange triangle
B . Yellow triangle
C . Red triangle
D . Orange rectangle

A

If a truck in front of your car begins to turn left, but its right turn signals are flashing, it is most likely that the truck driver is __________________.

A . preparing to turn right
B . actually turning left
C . making a U-turn
D . going to stop

A

What should you do if you damage an unattended vehicle?

A . Stop and try to locate the owner of the vehicle.
B . Attach a note in a visible place to the vehicle.
C . Just leave if you can’t find the owner.
D . Both A and B are correct.

D

When can a motorcyclist use a complete traffic lane?

A . Only on rural highways
B . On all kinds of roadways where motorcycles are allowed
C . Only on city streets
D . Never, they have to share a lane

B

When making a right turn, the driver should _______________________.

A . slow down and then merge with the bicycle lane
B . speed up and then merge with the bicycle lane
C . merge with the bicycle lane 100 ft before the turn
D . never use the bicycle lane

A

To drive defensively, you should _______________.

A . concentrate all your attention on the car in front of you
B . look ahead and keep eyes moving
C . expect the other driver to do what you think he or she should do
D . All of the above

B

Which of the following represents a positive way to handle aggressive feelings and road rage?

A . Driving faster than the posted speed limit
B . Be forgiving
C . Knowing where you stand with other drivers
D . Making good eye contact

B

A solid yellow line on your side of the road marks a _________________.

A . pedestrian crossing area
B . passing zone
C . no-passing zone
D . trucks-only lane

C

Your driving privilege will be automatically suspended if convicted for _____________ offense(s).

A . Intoxication manslaughter
B . Evading arrest
C . Lending your drivers license to someone else
D . All of the above

D

What is the correct response when your vehicle starts to skid?

A . Firmly apply the brakes.
B . Take your foot off the accelerator.
C . Switch to a low gear.
D . Speed up.

B

Driving while impaired by ______ is illegal.

A . illegal drugs
B . over-the-counter drugs
C . prescription medicines
D . Any of the above

D

You may not park your vehicle within ____ft of a fire hydrant.

A . 15
B . 20
C . 30
D . 50

A

When can a motorcyclist use a complete traffic lane?

A . Only on rural highways
B . On all kinds of roadways where motorcycles are allowed
C . Only on city streets
D . Never, they have to share a lane

B

When driving in snowy conditions, what should you do?

A . Drive faster.
B . Stay farther behind the vehicle ahead.
C . Turn your high-beam headlights.
D . Make quick stops.

B

In which of the following conditions must vehicles yield to pedestrians?

A . Pedestrians have entered a marked crosswalk at an uncontrolled intersection.
B . Pedestrians have a green light.
C . Pedestrians have a WALK signal.
D . All of the above

B