Texas Practice Test 05

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What factors determine the amount of space needed to safely cross traffic?

presence of a yield sign.

number of cars in front of you.

road and weather conditions and oncoming traffic.

number of cars behind you.

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What is the meaning of red traffic signs?

School ahead.

Stop, do not enter or wrong way.

High emphasis warning.

Regulatory.

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What actions should you take when approaching an intersection with a stop sign?

check your rearview mirror, look left, then right, then proceed.

follow the vehicle ahead of you.

stop, look right, then left, then right again.

stop, look left, then right, then left again.

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What should you do if you accidentally take the wrong expressway exit?

get off at the next exit and look for signs that tell you how to return to the expressway.

drive in reverse to return to the expressway.

use the the exit ramp to accelerate to expressway speed and blend with traffic.

make a U-turn and return to the expressway.

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What lights should drivers turn on when driving in fog?

emergency flashers.

high beam headlights.

low beam headlights.

parking lights.

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What is the shape of an advance railroad warning sign?

Rectangle

Round

Crossbuck

Pentagon

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What does a single broken line on the road signify?

You cannot pass other vehicles or go across the line.

You can change lanes, but only when traffic conditions or obstructions in the road make it necessary.

You can pass other vehicles and change lanes, if it is safe.

None of the above.

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On which type of centerline are you prohibited from passing another vehicle on either side?

double solid yellow

single broken yellow

single broken white

solid or broken yellow

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Under what conditions is it allowed to open a door on the road side of your vehicle after parallel parking?

Yes, always.

No, never.

Yes, but only if it does not interfere with bicyclists and other traffic.

Yes, but only if oncoming vehicles or bicycles are at least 10 feet away.

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What are regulatory signs, and what is their purpose?

green rectangles.

white triangles.

white rectangles.

blue rectangles.

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Under what circumstances is it important to reduce your speed while driving?

on narrow roads.

when the road is wet.

at intersections.

All of the above.

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What does a steady yellow light at an intersection indicate?

Slow down and be prepared to stop

Yield to other vehicles

Immediately come to a complete stop

Proceed with caution through the intersection

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What color are road signs that indicate the location of scenic areas and parks?

black and orange.

brown and white.

green and white.

black and white.

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How should drivers adjust their driving on slippery roads to maintain control?

change lanes quickly.

increase their following distance.

brake harder than usual.

avoid crossing bridges or intersections.

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What are warning signs, and what is their purpose?

rectangular.

diamond-shaped.

octagonal.

triangular.

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What are the risks of staying in the blind spot of a large vehicle?

the large vehicle will take much longer to stop.

you can reduce fuel consumption.

you increase the chance of a crash.

All of the above.

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What are speed limit signs, and what purpose do they serve?

destination signs (guide signs)

service signs

regulatory signs

warning signs

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What actions should you take to practice defensive driving?

use the vehicle ahead as your only points of focus.

keep one hand on the steering wheel.

keep your eyes moving.

avoid scanning the road ahead.

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What strategies can help you stay alert and avoid fatigue during a long trip?

Get enough sleep.

Plan to drive long trips with a companion.

Schedule regular stops.

All of the above.

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What should you do if another driver is following too closely behind you?

increase your speed as you are probably driving too slowly.

move to another lane if possible.

activate your stop lights.

brake suddenly.

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When should you begin to slow down while exiting a highway?

once you see the toll booth.

Once you have moved into the exit lane.

when you first see the exit sign.

before moving into the exit lane.

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What are the typical colors and shapes of regulatory signs?

yellow; black

white; black

green; white

black; white

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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