Texas DPS permit practice test 8

B: Stop the engine, lock the ignition, remove the key and set the brake. It is illegal to leave a car unattended without turning off the engine, locking the ignition, removing the key and setting the brake (and turning the wheels to the curb on a grade). Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Unattended Motor Vehicle, page 49.

B: The distance lit by your headlights. Slow down at night and be sure you can stop within the distance lit by your headlights. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Headlights, page 53.

C: Change to the exit lane as soon as possible. If you plan to leave the freeway soon, change to the exit lane as soon as possible. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Driving on the Highway: Choose the Proper Lane, page 53.

C: 15. DWI with a passenger under 15 is punishable by up to $10,000 and 180 days to 2 years in state jail. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Table 31: Penalties for DWI and DUI of Alcohol or Drugs-Adults, page 64.

B: Chains. Chains are the most effective, but neither chains nor snow tires allow normal speeds on slick pavement. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Winter Driving: Table 23, page 55.

B: No later than the 10th day after the crash. The handbook says the written report on the TxDOT form must be filed no later than the 10th day after the date of the crash. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Chapter 11: Motor Vehicle Crashes, page 65.

C: It is not admitting guilt; it is your promise to pay or contact the court. Signing a citation is not admitting guilt; it simply confirms your promise to pay the fine or contact the court. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Complaints or Concerns, page 72.

C: Class C. A Class C license covers single vehicles or combinations not in Class A or B, such as a passenger car. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Class C Driver License, page 10.

A: The crossing's identifying number. Each railroad crossing signal has an identifying number; note it and be ready to provide it when reporting the problem. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Additional Safe Driving Procedures at Railroad Crossings, page 28.

A: Prepare to safely leave the lane because the lane control is changing. A steady yellow X means prepare to safely vacate the lane because a lane control change is being made. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Guide Signs (lane-use control signals), page 38.

D: Slow down on wet road and avoid sudden turns, acceleration or stops. On a wet road, slow down and do not suddenly turn, speed up, or stop. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Warning Signs: Table 18, page 33.

B: Change lanes. Choose your entry lane using the advance lane sign, and do not change lanes while driving in the circle. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Driving in a Modern Roundabout, page 56.

D: Motorcycles can stop more quickly than a car. In dry conditions, motorcycles can stop more quickly than a car, so stay alert and keep your distance. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Allow Plenty of Space When Following a Motorcycle, page 59.

C: You are following too closely. If you reach the same fixed object in less than two seconds, you are following too closely. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Speed (Special Note), page 51.

D: To the right, toward the side of the road. With no curb, turn the wheels to the right (toward the side of the road) so the car rolls away from traffic. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Parking on Hills, page 50.

C: 45 mph. Overdriving headlights: low beams are limited to 45 mph and high beams to 65 mph for stopping purposes. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Appendix A: Glossary of Terms (over driving headlights), page 80.

C: 180 days. A minor's first refusal results in a 180-day suspension; second and later refusals result in 2 years. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Table 27: Penalties for Refusal to Provide a Specimen - Minors, page 63.

D: On bridges. There may be ice on bridges when the rest of the pavement is clear, and snow melts more slowly in shady areas. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Winter Driving: Table 23, page 55.

D: Move the vehicles as soon as possible to a safe location such as the frontage road or a cross street. If each vehicle can be normally and safely driven, move it as soon as possible to a crash investigation site, the frontage road, the nearest cross street, or another suitable place. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Crash Resulting in Damage to a Vehicle, page 65.

C: Tap it; do not hold it down. Should you need to use the horn, tap it; do not hold it down or confront other drivers. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Tips to Avoid Road Rage, page 72.

D: No; a Class M license is required. A Class C license does not permit a person to drive a motorcycle; a Class M license is required. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Class C Driver License, page 10.

B: Blue and white. In an emergency at a crossing, locate the blue and white ENS sign and call the railroad's emergency number listed on it. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Highway-Rail Grade Crossings Emergency Notification System (ENS), page 28.

A: When passing another vehicle or when the right half of the road is closed, if it is safe. You may cross a broken yellow line when passing or when the right half of the road is closed, but not when it is unsafe or the line is solid. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Pavement Markings: Two-Lane Rural Road with Two-Way Traffic, page 39.

D: Two-way traffic begins again ahead; keep right and expect oncoming traffic. The divided highway ends ahead and two-way traffic begins; drive in the right-hand lane and expect oncoming traffic. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Warning Signs: Table 18, page 33.

A: To react to hazards like potholes, gravel, railroad crossings or wet surfaces. Riders adjust speed or lane position in reaction to road hazards such as potholes, gravel, crossings, and wet or slippery surfaces. Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7): Hazardous Road Conditions, page 58.