Texas Practice Test 07

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What should you do if the headlights of an oncoming vehicle temporarily blind you?

glance toward the side of the road, then look quickly ahead to determine the other vehicle’s position.

avoid looking directly at the bright lights.

use the road edge as a guide until the approaching vehicle passes by.

All of the above.

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Why is driving at night more difficult compared to driving during the day?

Driving within the range.

Reduced visibility.

Reduced speed.

The use of headlight is required by law.

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How does alcohol impact a person's ability to drive?

Improved judgement.

Better reflexes.

Improved coordination.

None of the above.

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What could a thumping noise while driving indicate?

of a headlight failure.

of a brake failure.

of a steering failure.

that a tire blowout is about to occur.

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What precautions should drivers take when driving near light rail vehicles?

never drive around lowered crossing gates.

expect trains on any track at any time.

always obey signs and traffic signals.

All of the above.

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What does a traffic sign with a red circle and a slash over a symbol mean?

the maneuver shown on the sign can be executed only after coming to a complete stop.

the maneuver shown on the sign should be executed with extreme caution.

Do not drive faster than the posted speed limit.

the maneuver shown by the symbol is not allowed.

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What should you do if traffic is backed up on the other side of an intersection and you cannot completely clear it?

enter the intersection and proceed with caution.

wait until traffic ahead is clear.

turn right instead of going straight through the intersection.

enter the intersection and try to avoid blocking it.

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What is the only method that effectively reduces your Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)?

Drinking coffee.

Eating before or while you drink.

Not drinking over a period of time.

Exercise.

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What are the potential effects of consuming alcohol while taking medication?

have a less pronounced effect than either taken separately.

have a more pronounced effect than either taken separately.

improve concentration.

improve your driving performance.

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Which individuals are at the greatest risk in a given situation?

Drivers who are driving on long, boring roads.

Long-distance commuters.

Drivers who are fatigued.

All of the above.

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What are the benefits of keeping a safe distance around your vehicle while driving?

only in front of

only to the sides of

only behind

on all sides of

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When are drivers not allowed to pass another vehicle on the left?

they approach the top of a hill on a two-way road and cannot see over it.

they are within 100 feet of a railroad crossing.

they can not safely return to the right lane before the center line changes from a broken line to a solid one.

All of the above.

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What does a steady yellow light indicate about the upcoming traffic signals?

flashing yellow

steady red

steady green

flashing green

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How should drivers adjust their driving on slippery roads?

increase their speed to avoid hydroplaning.

leave more space in front of their vehicle.

come to a complete stop.

reduce the reaction distance.

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Which factor does not affect the distance needed to stop your vehicle?

Reaction distance.

Braking distance.

Steering ability.

Perception time.

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What is the most important rule to remember in any emergency situation?

Run away.

Do not move.

Call the police.

Do not panic.

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Why do drivers often fail to notice an approaching motorcycle?

It is difficult to judge a motorcycle's speed.

Motorcycles are hard to see.

It is hard to judge how far away a motorcycle is.

All of the above.

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What type of lines separate traffic lanes moving in the same direction?

yellow

black

orange

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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