Driver's Ed.

What is the minimum age at which you can get a Class C driver license without either driver education or being a hardship case?

18 years old

How much is the maximum fine for a first conviction of driving without a license?

$200

What type of restrictions may be placed on your license?

Corrective lenses, do not exceed 45 mph, no expressway driving, etc.

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 renenwal notice card reminding you that your driver license is about to expire/.

Up to you to renew your license

On a one-way street, what color is the broken lane marker

white

describe the "Yeild" sign

unside down triangle, red on the outside, white in the middle, and "yield" written in the middle(means to slow down or stop to oncoming traffic

What does a "Narrow Bridge" sign look like, and how should the driver react when he sees one?

A yellow diamond, two lines getting closer in the middle. The driver should know the bridge ahead is not as wide as the road. SLow down and use caution

what is the shaoe of a "Keep Right" sign, and how should the driver react when he sees one?

white rectangle has an arrow marging right around an object. Keep in the right lane

Which sign tells you to keep in the right-hand lane when driving slow?

slower traffic keep right, white sign that says "slower traffic keep right

what does the "yield right-of-way" mean?

To allow another vehicle or roadway user to proceed first, when they have the privilege of having immediate use of a part of a roadway.

Describe the equipment required on passager cars by state law?

lights, brakes, horns,tires, fuel cap, etc

What is the purpose of an exhaust emission system?

help reduce air pollution

Describe the types of equipment which Texas state law specifically for-bids on passenger cars driven withing the state?

red lights, a bell, muffler cutout, any extensions, etc.

How should you react withing a traffic officer tells you to do something which is ordinary considered to be against the law?

you must obey the traffic officer at all times

once the brakes have been applied, about how many feet does a car which was going 70mph travel before it come to a stop?

387 ft. to stop

When is it necessary to stop before proceeding when you overtake a school bus loading or unloading children?

when the bus is displaying alternately flashing red lights

About how many feet will the average driver going 0 mph travel from the moment he sees danger until he hits the brakes?

110 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

does a posted speed limit of 55mph mean that you may drive 55mph on that highway under all condtions?

No, speed needs to be adjusted if need be

you should never dirve on the left half of the roadway when you are withign how many feet fromt he 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?

dont turn and keep straight

when two cars meet at the intersection of a two-lane road with a four-lane road, which one must yield the right-of-way?

the car on the two-lane road should yield

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

yield or the right-of-way

what is the first thing that should be done when a car starts to skid?

take your foot off the gas pedal and turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid.

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

1/2 hour after sunset until 1/2 hour before sunrise

under what condtions may your driver's license be suspended?

drug offense, dwi, causing death, lending license

whaht is carbon monoxide, adn how may it harmful to drivers?

deadly gas in the exhaust fumes produced by cars and can casue poisoning

describe what should do if you have a blowout while driving?

get off the pavement, tunr emergency light on, tie a white cloth where visible or rasie your hood

what should you do when driving down a steep grade in a car with standard transmission?

use a low gear to slwo your vehicle

what should you do if you damage an unattened vehicle?

locate operator/ give your name and address or leave a written note

when are accident reports required?

when law enforcement officer hasnt investigated the crash

if you are required to show proof of financial responsibility for the future, how many years must such proof be kept up?

two years

What type of signs warns you to watch right and left for cross traffic?

crossroad ahead

decribe the emblem which identifies vehicles which travel at speeds of 25 mph or less

a fluorescent orange triangle w/ retroflective borders

in which gear shouold you drive when going down a steep hill?

use a low gear to help slow your vehicle down

what qualications must one have to teach a beginner to drive?

licensed driver at least 21

if the person is under 18, when does his provisional license expire?

on his next birth date after date of insurance

when parked parallel, your curb side wheels msut be no more than how many inches from the curb?

6 inches

when following another car, what is a good rule to determine the distance at which you should follow behind?

2 seconds

to what agency and within what time period must a change of address be reported fro driver licensing purposes?

drivers license office, 30 days

what effects does the use of weed and amphetamine have on driving?

Weed- impairs sensory and perceptual skills, affects concentration, and judgement. A-less coordinated, more edgy, cause lapses in concentration

what is the penalty for being convicted of driving while intoxicated?

suspension of lincense, 1st offense $2000, suspension of 90-365 days, and confinement of 3-180 days

what does a green arrow showing with a red light mean?

proceed with caution

how should you react to a flashing red light?

yield the right-of-way to other vehicles and pedestrians

which sign tells you to watch out for a train

a railroad crossing sign, a X with 2 rs, white circle

describe the sign which means you to slow down for a winding road?

yellow, diamond and a squiggly line pointy ahead

what sign indicates that the you are on merges with another?

one line merging onto the arrow thats pointing ahead, yellow

what kind of sign warns you that the highest safe speed for the turn ahead is 25 mph?

An adivsory speed sign,

describe the sign that tells you to watch for cross traffic ahead

its a black cross in a yellow diamond

what type of sign warns you that you should show down for a sharp rise in the roadway?

bump warning sign

describe the type of sign which would let you know that you were on a short state highway in a city or urban area?

white square w/ black text. Usually has a word like 'loop" and then a number at that

what is the maximum number of inches that you may lawfully allow an object to extend beyond the left fender of your car?

3 inches

Under what conditions must you always stop?

At stop signs, red lights, crosswalks, and for school buses and emergency vehicles

what should you do when coming onto a street from a private alley or driveway

stop and yield to the right-of-way

if a child runs into the road 45 to 50 feet ahead of your car, what is the highest speed from which you can stop with good brakes without hitting him?

15 mph

how close to fireplug may a vehicle lawfully park?

no less than 15 feet

What does the posted speed limit of 55mph mean?

the max speed is 55mph on a roadway in ideal condtions

what is the maximum speed limit for passenger cars on Texas Highway numbered by this state or United States outside an urban district?

daytime-70 mph Night-65 mph

Under what circumstances should you never attempt to pass a car ahead of you?

prohibited to drive in the other lane, within 100 feet of crossing an intersection or railroad crossing, place with limited vision, 100 feet of bridge or tunnel

Under what conditions are overtaking and passing to the right not permitted?

if you need to drive off the paved portion of the highway

when a driver is waiting to make a left turn, what is the procedure he should take when the light turns green?

begin signaling and slowing down at least 100 feet from corner. stay to the right of the interstate when on the centerline and yield to approaching vehicles

what precautions should a driver take at uncontrolled intersections?

yield to any vehicle which has enterd the intersection from the right, check for moving vehicles

what regulations should a bicycle rider observe?

same as cars, but ride as far as right in the lane as possible

under what conditions should headlights be used?

when it starts to get too dark or you can't see clearly

you should dim your lights when you are within how many feet of an approaching car?

500 feet

what type of lighting should cars use when parked on the highway at night?

parking lights, lower beam highlights

which lights should you use when you are driving in fog?

lower (dim) headlights

when are you required tos how proof of financial responsibility?

upon request, when you are involved in a crash

when needed how may one show proof of financial responsibility?

liability insurance policy, or a standard proof of liablilty insurance form given by the Texas Department of Insurance and issued by a liability insurer

what sign warns you that you must slow down?

many of the yellow diamond warning signs. Especially slow down on wet road

what circumstances may lead to possible loss of your license?

Suspension/revocation action from another state, parental authorization withdrawn, voluntary surrender for medical/insurance purposes, and false statement on application

in addition to mufflers, what new equipment is required on all cars manufactured in 1968 and after?

an exhaust emssion system

why are seat belts important?

to keep from getting thrown out of your car, hitting the dashboard to hard, and in control of your car

what is meant by "defensive driving"?

protecting yourself and others, staying alert, looking for trouble spots having a plan of action

what are teh different classes of licenses and age requirements for each?

Class A- 18 or 17 Class B- 18 or 17 Class C- 18 or 16 or 15 with approval of minor Class M- motorcycles 18 or 16

when us a bicyclist not required to ride to the right of the roadway>

passing overtaking, left turn at intersection, unsafe conditions in roadway, lanes width is inappropriate

when are bicyclists allowed to ride two abreast in a traffic lane?

when lane is a substandard length

what are the three most common motorist caused car-bicycle crashes?

1. Motorist turning left in front of on coming bicycle traffic 2. Motorist turning rigth across path of bicycle traffic 3. Motorist putting away from a stop sign or failing to yield to bicycle cross traffic

what are the penalties for minors (persons under the age of 21) convisted of Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol?

1. fine up to $500, 20-40 hours community service, license suspended for 120 days, and/or confinement up to 180 days 2. fine up to $500, 40-60 hours cpmmuhnity service, adn maybe AA course 3. $500-2000, 40-60 hours community service, and/or confinement up

What are the penalties for minors (persons under the age of 21) convicted of non-driving alcohol-related offenses?

1. 60 days suspension 2. 120 days of suspension 3. 180 days of suspension may be placed in jail until bond is made or appearance before a magistrate or juvenile court judge