Texas Practice Test 08

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If an oncoming vehicle has high beams on, where should you direct your gaze to avoid glare?

the center

the left side

either side

the right side

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What is it called when tires lose contact with the road and slide on a layer of water during heavy rain?

pavement-planing.

waterplaning.

rideplaning.

hydroplaning.

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In what order are traffic lights arranged from top to bottom?

red, green and yellow.

green, yellow and red.

green, red and yellow.

red, yellow and green.

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What are the colors and lettering style of a yield sign?

red; white

yellow; black

blue; white

red; red

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What does a flashing yellow traffic light indicate?

Merging traffic ahead

Proceed with caution

Come to a full stop

Pedestrian crossing

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After exiting the vehicle with your passengers due to a stall on railroad tracks and an approaching train, what should you do next?

signal the train to stop.

run toward the train but stay off the tracks.

get back into the vehicle.

cross the tracks.

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Which of the following must be obeyed more than the others?

Stop sign

Red light

Flashing red light

Police officer

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Traffic officers' directions ___________ signs, signals, or pavement markings.

must obey

are less important than

never take precedence over

take precedence over

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Which of the following is true regarding the Anti-Locking Brake System?

Can help improve vehicle stability.

It prevents skidding.

It allows drivers to steer during an emergency braking situation.

All of the above.

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When a driver is turning and a pedestrian is crossing without a traffic light, the right-of-way must be yielded by __________.

both

the pedestrian

whoever is slower

the driver

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Which of the following must be obeyed more than the others?

A police officer.

A stop sign.

A steady red light.

A flashing red light.

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When nearing any intersection or driveway, drivers ought to:

look both ways and be ready to stop.

drive at the fastest speed just before entering the intersection.

change lanes.

pass other vehicles and then stop.

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Parking is prohibited:

In an intersection.

on public roads.

within 300 feet of a pedestrian safety area.

within 250 feet of a traffic light.

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If a hostile driver is following you:

try to get out of the aggressive driver’s way.

slow down and confront the aggressive driver.

sound your horn and move to the left lane.

increase your speed and flash your brake lights.

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A yellow arrow indicates:

The same as a steady yellow light.

Do not go in the direction of the arrow.

If you intend to turn in the direction of the arrow, be prepared to stop.

None of the above.

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Estimating a motorcycle's speed can be challenging due to:

motorcycles take up less of your field of vision.

motorcycles often slow down by downshifting.

motorcycles are slower than cars.

many motorcyclists do not activate the brake light.

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When you find yourself in a line of traffic crossing a railroad track lacking signals or gates:

you may pass slower drivers crossing the track.

before you start to cross, you need to make sure there is space to get all the way across the tracks without stopping.

you have the right of way and do not need to check for trains.

All of the above.

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BAC is:

the amount of alcohol in your body.

the number of ounces of alcohol in your blood.

the acronym for Beer ACcumulation.

the percentage of alcohol in your blood.

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If you come to a halt at a railroad crossing with multiple tracks:

go through when one of the tracks is free.

proceed with caution until you see a train.

wait until you have a clear view of both tracks.

go through as soon as the first train passes.

Your score is

To legally practice driving in Texas, new drivers must first obtain a learner’s permit (or learner license), which requires supervision from a licensed driver. If you’re under 25, completing a state-approved driver education course is mandatory. To get your Texas driver’s license, you’ll need to pass three tests: a written knowledge test, a driving test, and a vision screening.

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