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Galveston College Police Academy Class #29
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11/10/2015

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Term

"A person who drives or has physical control of a vehicle"

a. driver

b. operator

c. owner

d. none of the above

Definition
b. operator
Term

Owner is a person who:

a. has property interest in a vehicle

b. has title to a vehicle

c. is the lien holder on a vehicle until the vehicle is paid off

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

School Crossing Guard must be a responsible person who is at least age ____ and designated by local authority to direct traffic in a school Zone.

a. 21

b. 17

c. 18

d. 17 but not yet 21

Definition
c. 18
Term

_____ is an officer authorized to direct traffic or arrest persons who violate traffic regulation.

a. School Crossing Guard

b. Railroad Officer

c. Anyone

d. Police Officer

Definition
d. Police Officer
Term

"The territory adjacent to & including a highway if buildings used for business are located within 600 feet of the highway and it occupies at least 300 feet of frontage on a highway" is:

a. Urban district

b. Business district

c. Residential district

d. Metropolitan Area

Definition
b. Business district
Term

"The territory adjecent to & including a highway, not in a municipality and is improved with structures for business, industry or dwellings, located at intervals of less than 100 feet for a distrance of at lease 1/4 mile on either side of the highway" is:

a. Residential District

b. Urban District

c. Metropolitan Area

d. Business District

Definition
b. Urban District
Term

Which of these is not an authorized emergency vehicle?

a. Police vehicle

b. Publc ambulance licensed by Department of Health

c. Private vehicle of a volunteer fire fighter

d. Blood bank vehicle making an emergency delivery of blood

Definition
c. Private vehicle of a volunteer fire fighter
Term

Bicycle has two-tandem wheels, at least one of which is _____ in diameter?

a. 21 inches

b. 14 inches

c. More than 14 inches

d. Less than 14 inches

Definition
c. More than 14 inches
Term

"A motor vehicle used to transport persons & designed to accommodate more than 10 passengers including the operator"

a. bus

b. passenger car

c. truck

d. van

Definition
a. bus
Term

A Moped is a motor driven cycle that:

a. cannot exceed 30 mph in one mile

b. cannot produce more than 2 bake horsepower

c. has an engine to 50 cc or less

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

A motorcycle with an engine of 250 cc or less is called a :

a. moped

b. motorcycle

c. motor driven cycle

d. road tractor

Definition
c. motor driven cycle
Term

A self propelled vehicle or a vehicle propelled by electric power from overhead trolley wires:

a. motor vehicle

b. vehicle

c. trolley cars

d. none of these

Definition
a. motor vehicle
Term

A motor vehicle other than a tractor that is equipped with a saddle for the rider & designed to have when propelled not more than 3 wheels in ontact with the ground:

a. motor cycle

b. motor trike

c. motor driven cycle

d. tractor

Definition
a. motor cycle
Term

A vehicle designed to be drawn by a motor vehicle, to transport persons or property, contrructed so that no part of the vehicle's weight, & load rests on the motor vehicle:

a. road tractor

b. trailer

c. semi trailer

d. truck tractor

Definition
b. trailer
Term

A vehicle designed to be drawn by a motor vehicle, to transport persons or prioperty, contstructed so that part of the vehicle's weight & load rests upon or is carried by another vehicle:

a. road tractor

b. trailer

c. semi trailer

d. truck tractor

Definition
c. semi trailer
Term

A vehicle designed to be drawn by another vehicle and secured to the other vehicle by means of a reach, pole, boom or other security device & ordinarily used to transport long or irregularly shaped loads capable of sustaining themselves as beams between the supporting connections:

a. semi trailer

b. pole trailer

c. trailer

d. special mobile equipment

Definition
b. pole trailer
Term

A motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle, used to transport persons & designed to accommodate 10 or fewer passengers, including the operator:

a. truck

b. light truck

c. bus

d. passenger car

Definition
d. passenger car
Term

A motor vehicle designed to primarily trasport property:

a. passenger car

b. light truck

c. truck

d. truck tractor

Definition
c. truck
Term

A motor vehicle designed & used to draw another vehicle but not constructed to carry a load independently or a part of the weight of the other vehicle or its load:

a. road tractor

b. truck tractor

c. truck

d. semi tractor

Definition
a. road tractor
Term

A device that can be used to transport or draw persons or property on a highway, but not operated or used exclusively on stationary rails or tracks:

a. motor vehicle

b. vehicle

c. passenger car or light truck

d. none of the above

Definition
b. vehicle
Term

An "unmarked crosswalk" only exists at:

a. intersections

b. marked crossing on the street

c. intersections with sidewalks on either side

d. no such thing

Definition
c. intersections with sidewalks on either side
Term

A divided, controlled access highway for through traffic is called:

a. highway

b. freeway

c. interstate highway

d. roadway

Definition
b. freeway
Term

Entire width between the boundary lines of a publicly maintained way, any part of which is open to the public for vehicular travel:

a. roadway

b. street

c. highway

d. b or c

Definition
d. b or c
Term

A portion of the highway that is designed for parking, is called:

a. parking lot

b. curb or berm

c. shoulder

d. easement

Definition
c. shoulder
Term

That portion of the highway, other than the berm or shoulder, that is improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular travel:

a. freeway

b. roadway

c. lane

d. ramp

Definition
b. roadway
Term

Which of the below is not considered an intersection where it meets a highway?

a. dirt road

b. alley

c. gravel road

d. any of the above

Definition
b. alley
Term

Official traffic control devices are used to _____ traffic.

a. regulate

b. warn

c. guide

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

That portion of the street that is between the lateral line of the roadway or curb and the adjacent property line and is intended for pedestrian use.

a. shoulder

b. improved shoulder

c. sidewalk

d. crosswalk

Definition
c. sidewalk
Term

Improved shoulder is a shoulder that is:

a. maked

b. paved

c. wide enough for a lane of traffic

d. none of these

Definition
b. paved
Term

A manual, electric or mecanical device that alternately directs traffic to stop & go is a?

a. traffic control device

b. traffic control signal

c. traffic control sign

d. none fo these

Definition
b. traffic control signal
Term

Injury to any part of the human body, that requires treatment, defines:

a. bodily injury

b. personal injury

c. serious bodily injury

d. deadly conduct

Definition
b. personal injury
Term

The common area at the junction of two highways, defines:

a. right of way

b. easement

c. intersection

d. juncture

Definition
c. intersection
Term

From 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise defines:

a. nighttime

b. daytime

c twilight

d. none of these

Definition
a. nighttime
Term

From 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset defines:

a. nighttime

b. daytime

c. twilight

d. none of these

Definition
b. daytime
Term

To halt a vehicle, other than temporarily while receiving or discharging passengers, defines:

a. stop

b. stand

c. park

d. none of these

Definition
b. stand
Term

To completely cease movement or halt a vehicle.

a. stop

b. stand

c. park

d. yield

Definition
a. stop
Term

The right of one vehicle or pedestrian to proceed in a lawful manner in preference to another vehicle or pedestrian within hazardous proximity defines:

a. right of way

b. yield

c. stop

d. none of these

Definition
a. right of way
Term

To stand an occupied or unoccupied vehicle, other than temporarily while loading or unloading merchandise or passengers.

a. stand

b. park

c. stop

d. none of these

Definition
b. park
Term

X is riding his horse on the roadway and rode past a stop sign without stopping. This is:

a. no violation

b. violation for "horse on roadway"

c. violation for "disregarded stop sign"

d. b and c

Definition
c. violation for "disregarded stop sign"
Term

Illegal dumping is to litter within _____ feet of a highway(maximum)

a. 50

b. 100

c. 300

d. 1000

Definition
c. 300
Term

Litter is not:

a. decayable waste

b. non-decayable waste

c. sewage

d. old motor vehicle parts

Definition
c. sewage
Term

When SHALL a person be taken before a magistrate for traffic vilation?

a. when arrested for F.S.R.A. misdemeanor

b. when the person demands it

c. when the person refuses to sign their written promise to appear

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

Which offenses require an officer to issue a written notice to appear?

a. speeding & driving while intoxicated

b. speeding & violating open container in motor vehicle on highway

c. speeding & F.S.R.A. misdemeanor

d. all the above

Definition
b. speeding & violating open container in motor vehicle on highway
Term

The time that must be given on the written notice to appear, for the violator to contact the court, must be at least _____ days.

a. 30

b. 30 working days

d. 10

c. 10working days

Definition
d. 10
Term

A person may comply with Promise to Appear by:

a. appearing in court on the date indicated on the citation

b. appearance by counsel

c. calling in

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

The magistrate that a person must be taken before, when arrested on traffic violation, must be:

a. in the same county as the offense

b. have jurisdiction over that offense

c. the closest or most accessible from place of arrest

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

If the person issued a traffic citation, learns that the offense will be dismissed that night in court due to a technicality, then the violator:

a. need not appear

b. must be in court anyway

c. needs an attorney to represent him anyway

d. none of these

Definition
b. must be in court anyway
Term

Once th violator has signed his/her written promise to appear, the officer shall give them a duplicate copy of the citation and then:

a. may detain temporarily for investigation

b. may check NCIC and TCIC for open warrants

c. shall promptly release the person from custody

d. may release the person from custody within a reasonable time

Definition
c. shall promptly release the person from custody
Term

The complaint and the notice to appear on the charge of speeding, must specify:

a. the posted speed limit at the location of the offense

b. how speed was determined

c. the alleged speed of the violator

d. all the above

e. a and c only

Definition
e. a and c only
Term

The minimum age to drive a school bus is:

a. 21

b. 18

c. 16

d. 15

Definition
b. 18
Term

The minimum age to drive a taxi is:

a. 21

b. 17 with driver's education

c. 16

d. 18

Definition
d. 18
Term

A person required to have a driver's license shall have it in their possession while dirving & display it upon demand of:

a. a peace officer

b. a magistrate

c. a court officer

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

A _____ may stop & detain a person operating a motor vehicle to determine if they have valid D.L.

a. magistrate

b. officer of the court

c. peace officer

d. any of the above

Definition
c. peace officer
Term

A judge may dismiss a citation for "Driving with expired D.L." if it's renewed within _____ days from arrest.

a. 30 days

b. 30 working days

c. 20 working days

d. 20 days

Definition
c. 20 working days
Term

Which of the below is exempt from having a Texas D.L. to operate a vehicle in Texas?

a. a peace officer

b. a person in the Service of the Texas Militia in an offical vehicle

c. a U.S. Postal employee in a U.S.

Postal truck

d. b and c only

Definition
d. b and c only
Term

A new resident to Texas has ____ days to obtain a new Texas D.L.

a. 90

b. 30 working

c. 10 working

d. 10

Definition
a. 90
Term

A person has _____ days to report a change of address or name to DPS for their D.L.

a. 30 days

b. 30 working days

c. 10 working days

d. 10 days

Definition
a. 30 days
Term

What class D.L. is required to operate a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or more?

a. Class A

b. Class B

c. Class C

d. Either a or b

Definition
d. Either a or b
Term

To drive a bus with a seating capacity of less than 24 passengers requires a Class ____ D.L.(minimum)

a. Class B

b. Class A

c. Class C

d. None fo the above

Definition
c. Class C
Term

The minumum class D.L. to tow a vehicle that exceeds 10,000 pounds is a Class:

a. Class B

b. Class A

c. Class C

d. Class M

Definition
b. Class A
Term

To operate a Moped requires a Class ____ D.L.

a. Class M restricted (not to exceed 250 cc)

b. Class M

c. Class M (restricted to moped only)

d. None of these

Definition
b. Class M
Term

A D.L. issued to a person under age ____ shall be marked Provisional.

a. 21

b. 18

c. 16

d. 15

Definition
b. 18
Term

To otain a D.L. or to renew a D.L. the applicant must provide:

a. proof of marriage

b. proof of financial responsibility

c. statement that the applicant doesn't own a motor vehicle that reqires insurance

d. b or c

Definition
d. b or c
Term

It is unlawful to possess _____ D.L.

a. more than 2

b. more than 1

c. may have as many D.L. as you can qualify for...but none that are expired

d. none of these

Definition
b. more than 1
Term

No one under age _____ can be licensed.

a. 18

b. 15

c. 16

d. 21

Definition
b. 15
Term

DPS cannot issue a Class A or B, D.L. to anyone under age _____.

a. 17

b. 18 without driver's education

c. 21

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

The youngest a person can attain a Class C drivers' license is age _____.

a. 18

b. 17

c. 16

d. 15

Definition
c. 16
Term

The youngest a person can attain an Instruction Permit is age _____.

a. 21

b. 18

c. 15

d. 16

Definition
c. 15
Term

The youngest a person can attain a hardship Driver's License is age _____.

a. 16

b. 15

c. 14

d. 17

Definition
b. 15
Term

The youngest a person can attain a Restricted Class M is age _____.

a. 16

b. 17

c. 15

d. 18

Definition
c. 15
Term

A restricted Class M D.L. is for a motorcycle that does not exceed _____ engine size.

a. 500 cc

b. 250 cc

c. 125 cc

d. 50 cc

Definition
b. 250 cc
Term

A motor cycle that can not attain a speed of more than 30 MPH in one mile, with an engine that can not produce more than 2 brake horsepower, defines a :

a. motor driven scooter

b. motorcycle

c. moped

d. none of these

Definition
c. moped
Term

An Instructional Permit is considered a _____.

a. Separate class D.L.

b. Restricted D.L.

c. D.L. endorsement

d. none of these

Definition
b. Restricted D.L.
Term

Which of these is not a class of drivers' license?

a. Class A

b. Class B

c. Class C

D. Commercial D.L.

e. Class M

Definition
D. Commercial D.L.
Term

To operate a commercial motor vehicle in interstate traffic must be minimum age _____.

a. 18

b. 17

c. 21

d. 18 with CDL endorsed for interstate travel

Definition
c. 21
Term

Where a highway includes two or more roadways _____ feet or more apart, then every crossing of each roadway by an intersecting highway shall be regarded as seperate intersections.

a. 10

b. 30

c. 50

d. 100

Definition
b. 30
Term

Which of the following does not constitute an intersection, when it meets a street?

a. dirt road

b. gravel road

c. alley

d. none of the above

Definition
c. alley
Term

Officer X is directing traffic at an intersection and Mr. Z continues to yell at the officer "mocking him". The officer ordered hm to be quiet & he refused. Z can be charged with:

a. disregarded the police

b. disorderly conduct

c. public nuisance

d. nothing

Definition
d. nothing
Term

General penalty for a traffic offense, for which another penalty is not provided, has a minimum fine of:

a. $1.00

b. $200.00

c. $500.00

d. none of these

Definition
a. $1.00
Term

A motor vehicle designed & used to draw another vehicle but not constructed to carry a load independently or a part of the weight of the other vehicle or its load:

a. road tractor

b. truck tractor

c. truck

d. semi tractor

Definition
a. road tractor
Term

X stopped at a red light on a one-way street at the intersection of a two way street. X wants to turn left on red. X should:

a. turn when the intersection is clear of traffic

b. turn left only after stopping and yielding to traffic in intersection

c. do not turn, wait for green light

d. a and b

Definition
c. do not turn, wait for green light
Term

Vehicle facing a steady green light

a. shall proceed straight through

b. may proceed straight, turn left, or turn right if not prohibited by sign

c. may only proceed straight

d. may proceed straight or turn right, but left turns are not allowed

Definition
b. may proceed straight, turn left, or turn right if not prohibited by sign
Term

X is stopped at a red light at a 4-way intersection of two-way traffic. There is a green directional arrow displayed for left turns. X wants to turn right at this intersection & there are no other vehicles in the intersection. X is in the far right hand lane, he can:

a. turn right on red after stopping

b. turn right without stopping

c. may not turn right as long as the green arrow is displayed

d. none of these

Definition
c. may not turn right as long as the green arrow is displayed
Term

A driver approaching a flashing red signal at an intersection shall stop:

a. at a clearly marked stop line

b. before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection

c. at the point nearest the intersecting roadway without entering the intersection

d. at whichever of the above designated points he arrives at first

Definition
d. at whichever of the above designated points he arrives at first
Term

Which of these signals does not require a driver to yield?

a. yield sign

b. flashing red

c. flashing yellow

d. stop sign

Definition
c. flashing yellow
Term

A flashing yellow light is a _____ signal.

a. yield

b. warning

c. caution

d. directional

Definition
c. caution
Term

The operator of a vehicle facing a steady red signal at an intersection, shall stop at

a. an indicated stop line

b. before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection (if no stop line)

c. at the point nearest the intersection roadway with out entering the intersection

d. at whicherver of the above you arrive at first

e. a or b (only)

Definition
e. a or b (only)
Term

The operator of a vehicle approaching a stop sign at an intersection shall stop at:

a. an indicated stop line

b. before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersecton (if no stop line)

c. at the point nearest the intersecting roadway without entering the intersection

d. all the above

e. at whichever of a,b,or c you arrive at first

Definition
e. at whichever of a,b,or c you arrive at first
Term

The operator of a vehicle facing a flashig red signal shall stop:

a. same rule as steady red signal at intersection

b. same rule as stop sign

c. at indiated stop line on pavement

d. none of these

Definition
b. same rule as stop sign
Term

The operator of a vehiicle approaching a Yield sign at an intersection, if safety requires, shall:

a. yield to vehicles approaching from the right

b. yield to vehicles approachig from the left

c. stop

d. yield to all traffic within hazordous proximity

Definition
c. stop
Term

Operator of a vehice approaching a steady red sigal, not at an intersection, shall stop:

a. at an indicated stop line or marking on the pavement

b. at a sign on the pavement indicating where to stop

c. at the signal in the absence of a or b

d. same rule as a flashing red signal

Definition
c. at the signal in the absence of a or b
Term

Displaying an Unauthorized Traffice Control Device, in view of a highway, is considered a :

a. public nuisance violation

b. Class B misdemeanor

c. Class A misdemeanor

d. a misdemeanor

Definition
a. public nuisance violation
Term

A police officer may not enforce an official traffic control device, if at the time of the violation the device was:

a. properly positioned and insufficiently legbile

b. not properly positioned and sufficiently legible

c. not improperly positioned and insufficiently legible

d. none of the above

Definition
b. not properly positioned and sufficiently legible
Term

The operator of a _____ shall comply with Official Traffic Conrol Devices, unless directed otherwise by a police officer.

a. motor vehicle

c. vehicle

c. conveyance

d. device

Definition
c. vehicle
Term

Which of the below situations allows an operator to drive "left of center of roadway"?

a. passing another vehicle proceeding in opposite direction

b. when there is an obstruction in his lane

c. upon a 3 lane roadway for two-way traffic.

d. all the above

e. b and c

Definition
e. b and c
Term

Operator of a vehicle moving in the opposite direction of another vehicle shall move or remain to the _____ of the other vehicle.

a. left

b. right

c. left of the center of the other vehicle

d. none of these

Definition
b. right
Term

An operator of a vehicle passing another vehicle shall return to an authorized lane before coming within _____ feet of the approaching vehicle (two way roadway).

a. 100

b. 50

c. 200

d. 500

Definition
c. 200
Term

An operator being passed by another vehicle, shall upon _____ signal, move to the right in favor of the passing vehicle.

a. visual

b. electronic turn indicator

c. audible

d. visual (flashig of head lamp)

Definition
c. audible
Term

No vehicle shall be dirven left of center of roadway, when approaching with _____ feet of a bridge, viaduct or tunnel.

a. 50

b. 500

c. 1000

d. 100

Definition
d. 100
Term

"No passing zone" prohibits:

a. passing within the zone

b. dirving on the left side of roadwy within the no passing zone

c. driving on the left side of pavement striping marking a no passing zone

d. all the above

e. b and c above

Definition
e. b and c above
Term

An operator may pass another vehicle to the right (proceeding in same direction) only with safety & only if the vehicle being passed is:

a. making or about make a right turn

b. making or about to make a left turn

c. there is unobstructed pavement to the right to allow the vehicle to pass

d. b and c

Definition
d. b and c
Term

An operator may not pass a vehicle to the right if he leaves the:

a. roadway

b. freeway main lane

c. pavement

d. shoulder

Definition
c. pavement
Term

An operator may drive on the improved shoulder to the right of the roadway, only to:

a. stop, stand or park

b. accelerate to enter the main lanes on the highway

c. decelerate to turn right

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

An operator may drive upon the improved shoulder to the left of the roadway, only to:

a. stop, stand or park

b. accelerate to enter the highway

c. decelerate prior to a right turn

d. to avoid a collision

Definition
d. to avoid a collision
Term

Limitations on driving on improved shoulders do not apply to:

a. authorized emergency vehicle

b. police patrols

c. bicycles

d. b and c

Definition
d. b and c
Term

On a roadway divided into 3 or more marked lanes, providing for one-way traffic, an operator entering a lane from a lane to the _____ shall yield to a vehicle entereing the same lane from lane to the _______.

a. right/left

b. left/right

c. right/ceter

d. median/feeder

Definition
a. right/left
Term

To avoid the charge of "following too closely," the operator of a vehicle shall maintain _____ between the two vehicles so he can stop without colliding with the preceeding vehicle.

a. a proper distance

b. one car length for every ten miles an hour

c. a two-second-response interval

d. an assured clear distance

Definition
d. an assured clear distance
Term

The only caravan or motorcade exempt from the "following distance" rule is the _____.

a. military convoy

b. presidential entourage

c. funeral processions

d. there are no exceptions

Definition
c. funeral processions
Term

On a highway with two or more separate roadways, with a dividing space between them an operator shall drive on the right-hand roadway unless:

a. directed otherwise by a peace officer

b. directed otherwise by a police officer

c. directed otherwise by official traffic control device

d. all the above

e. b or c

Definition
e. b or c
Term

An operator may not drive onto a _____ except at an entrance/exit extablished by a public authority.

a. highway

b. roadway

c. freeway with main lane

d. controlled access roadway

Definition
d. controlled access roadway
Term

An operator on a highway when approaching a school bus stopped on the highway to receive or discharge a school child shall:

a. slow to a reasonale speed while passing the bus

b. stop before reaching the school bus

c. stop before passing the school bus

d. stop and then proceed when there are no children standing on the roadway

Definition
b. stop before reaching the school bus
Term

An operator stopped for a school bus may proceed past the school bus when:

a. the school bus resumes motion

b. the flashing red lights on the bus are turned off

c. the school bus driver signals the operator to proceed

d. any of the above

e. a and b only

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

Which of the below is true about left turns at an intersection?

a. approach in the extreme left-hand lane lawfully available

b. on a two-way street, turn left-of-center of the intersection

c. on a one-way street, make the turn as close as possible to the left hand curb

d. exit the intersection after turning in a lane lawfully available to traffic moving in the direction of the turn

e. all the above

Definition
e. all the above
Term

Operator turning right at an intersection shall:

a. make the approach as close to the right curb as possible

b. make the turn as close to the right curb as possible

c. remain to right of center on the intersection

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

An operator may not turn the vehicle in the oposite direction approaching a curve or crest of a grade, when approaching traffic is not visible for _____ feet.

a. 100

b. 500

c. 200

d. 1000

Definition
b. 500
Term

An operator intending to turn right or left, shall signal continuously for not less than the last ____ feet of movement before turning.

a. 100

b. 50

c. 200

d. 250

Definition
a. 100
Term

An operator shall use signal lamps to indicate an intention to _____.

a. turn

b. change lanes

c. start from a parked position

d. all the above

e. a and b only

Definition
d. all the above
Term

An ooperator required to give a stop or turn signal shall do so by:

a. lighted signal lamps approved by the department

b. hand and arm

c. all the above

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

Electric signal lamps are required on vehicles that are:

a. more than 14 ft in length from the steering wheel to the extreme end of vehicle

b. more than 2 ft from the steering wheel to the left outside limit of the cab or load

c. all motor vehicles are required to have signal lamps

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

An operator giving hand & arm signals shall give them from:

a. the driver's side

b. the left side of the vehicle

c. the driver's seat

d. anywhere the signal is visible

Definition
b. the left side of the vehicle
Term

Which operator is allowed to signal a right turn by hand & arm, from the right side of vehicle?

a. all operators

b. motorcycle operators

c. bicycle operators

d. b or c

Definition
c. bicycle operators
Term

An operator on a single lane or two-lane street that intersects with a three-lane roadway, without traffic cotrol device, shall _____.

a. have right of way

b. yield to the 3-lane street

c. may have right of way if not in hazardous proximity

d. none of the above

Definition
b. yield to the 3-lane street
Term

An operator on an un-paved street that intersects with a paved street, shall:

a. yield to the paved street

b. yield to the un-paved street

c. have right of way

d. yield only if there is a traffic control device

Definition
a. yield to the paved street
Term

When two roadways of the same configuration intersect without traffic control devices in place, which operator yields?

a. operator shall yield to vehicle approaching on his left

b. operator shall yield to vehicle approaching from his right, already in the intersection

c. operator shall yield to vehicles approaching from the right in hazardous proximity

d. b and c

Definition
d. b and c
Term

"X" is approaching a T intersection on the terminating street. "Y" is approaching the same intersection othe through sreet. Who ields, if there are no traffic control devices in lace?

a. X

b. Y

c. No yield requirement because there is no sign

d. none of the above

Definition
a. X
Term

A vehicle turning left from a roadway into a private road, drive or at an intersection, on a two-way roadway, shall yield to:

a. all traffic approaching from opposite direction

b. traffic approaching from opposite direction already in the intersection

c. traffic approaching from opposite direction in hazardous proximity

d. b and c

Definition
d. b and c
Term

Preferential right-of-way at an intersection, may be indicated by:

a. stop sign only

b. yield sign only

c. stop sign or yield sign

d. right-of-way sign

Definition
c. stop sign or yield sign
Term

An operator approaching an intersection controlled by a stop, shall:

a. stop

b. yield right-of-way to vehicles already in the intesection

c. yield right-of-way to vehicles aproaching within hazardous proximity

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

An operator approaching an intersection controlled by a yield sign, shall:

a. stop for vehicles already in the intersection

b. slow to a reasonable speed

c. yield to vehicles in the intersection or approaching in hazardous proximity

d. both b and c

Definition
d. both b and c
Term

An operator on a feeder road shall yield to:

a. traffic entering the feeder from the highway

b. traffic entering the highway from the feeder

c. traffic about to enter the feeder from the highway

d. all the above

e. only a or b

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Operator about to enter a highway from a private drive, alley or building shall yield to:

a. traffic to the right

b. traffic in hazadous proximity from the left

c. all traffic on the highway

d. none of the above

Definition
c. all traffic on the highway
Term

An operator is required to yield, drive to right hand curb, stop parallel to curb, clear of any intersection, stop and remain standing until these vehicles have passed. Which one(s)?

a. authorized emergency vehicle

b. police vehicle sounding siren

c. authoized emergency vehicle sounding siren and red lights

d. all the above

e. b and c

Definition
e. b and c
Term

An operator, unless on official business, may not follow fire apparatus responding to an alrm closer than _____ feet.

a. 15

b. 50

c. 500

d. 100

Definition
c. 500
Term

An operator is not allowed to _____, where a fire apparatus has responded to an alarm.

a. drive into the same block

b. park in the same block

c. walk into the same block

d. all the above

e. a or b

Definition
e. a or b
Term

An operator may not follow an ambulance closer than _____, when it has its headlights on.

a. 500 feet

b. 50 feet

c. an assured clear distance

d. 1 car length per 10 mph

Definition
c. an assured clear distance
Term

The only person that can authorize a person to drive across an "unprotected fire hose" across a street at the scene of a fire, is:

a. traffic control officer

b. DPS trooper at the scene

c. fire department official in command at the scene

d. police officer working the scene

Definition
c. fire department official in command at the scene
Term

An operator of a passenger vehicle, transporting a child under age _____ & _____ tall or less shall secure the child in a safety seat.

a. 4 / 24 inches

b. 8 / 4 feet 9 inches

c. 4 / 30 inches

d. 5 / 3 feet

Definition
b. 8 / 4 feet 9 inches
Term

An operator of a passenger vehicle transporting a child _____ or less in height, shall secure the child in a safety seat.

a. 4 feet 9 inches

b. 3 feet

c. 4 feet 6 inches

d. 5 feet

Definition
a. 4 feet 9 inches
Term

An operator of a passenger vehicle transporting a child at least age 8 but younger than 17 must secure the child

by ...

a. safety seat system

b. safety belt, anywhere in the vehicle

c. safety belt in front seat only

d. safety belt in back seat only

Definition
b. safety belt, anywhere in the vehicle
Term

A passenger commits a "Seat Belt" violation if they are at least age _____ riding _____ in a passenger vehicle, equipped with seat belts and is not secured by a seat belt.

a. 4 / in the back seat

b. 15 / anywhere

c. 15 / in the front seat

d. 15 / in the back seat

Definition
b. 15 / anywhere
Term

It's unlawful to operate an open-bed pickp truck with a child under age _____ in the open bed, on the highway.

a. 18

b. 21

c. 17

d. 12

Definition
a. 18
Term

"X" missed his exit on I-10 and backed up 30 feet on the paved shoulder. No one was hit, this is:

a. unsafe backing

b. backed upon roadway of controlled access highway

c. backed upon shoulder of controlled access highway

d. reckless driving

Definition
c. backed upon shoulder of controlled access highway
Term

An operator may not drive a vehicle when the front seat has a number of persons exceeding _____ that obstructs the driver's view or control of the vehicle.

a. 2

b. 3

c. 5

d. 4

Definition
b. 3
Term

A passenger may not ride in a position that interferes with the operator's:

a. view to the front

b. view to the sides

c. control of the driving mechanism of the vehicle

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

A person may not open the door on a vehicle, on the traffic side,:

a. unless it is done safely

b. without interfering with other traffic

c. without leaving it open longer than necessary to load or unload a passenger

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

"The operation of two or more vehicles at a point side-by-side, at accelerating speeds in a competitive attempt to out distance each other", defines:

a. racing

b. drag racing

c. exhibition of acceleration

d. speed contest

Definition
b. drag racing
Term

"The use of one or more vehicles over a common selected course, from the same point to the same point, for the purpose of comparing relative speeds or powers of acceleration in a specified distance or time", defined:

a. racing

b. drag racing

c. exhibition of acceleration

d. a speed contest

Definition
b. drag racing
Term

"The use of one or more vehicles in an attempt to out gain, out distance or prevent another vehicle from passing..." defines

a. racing

b. drag racing

c. exhibition of acceleration

d. a speed contest

Definition
a. racing
Term

To file "Fleeing from the police" the officer attempting to stop the violator must...

a. be in police uniform, displaying his badge

b. be in a marked police car

c. have given a signal to stop by hand, voice, light or siren

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

A person may not drive a _____ upon a sidewalk except at a permanent or authorized temporary driveway.

a. motor vehicle

b. vehicle

c. bicycle

d. motor driven cycle or moped

Definition
a. motor vehicle
Term

An operator may not drive in, on or across a _____ at an intersection, to turn right or left from one highway to another.

a. sidewalk

b. driveway

c. parking lot or business or residential entrance

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

An operator of an Authorized Emergency Vehicle may do all of the followig EXCEPT:

a. park or stand where prohibited

b. proceed past a red or stop signal after slowing for safe operation

c. exceed maximum speed limit without endangering life or property

d. disregard restrictions on traffic direction or truning movements

e. may do all of the above

Definition
e. may do all of the above
Term

An operator of an Authorized Emergency Vehicle may,

- park or stand where prohibited

- proceed past a red or stop signal

- exceed maximum speed limit

- and disregard restrictions on traffic direction

only when:

a. responding to an emergency call

b. pursuing a violator of the law

c. responding to but not returning from, a fire alarm

d. a, b, or c

Definition
d. a, b, or c
Term

Operator of an Authorized Emergency Vehicle responding to emergency situations shall use _____.

a. audible and visual signals required by law

b. audible signal only

c. visual signal only

d. audible or visual signal authorized by law

Definition
d. audible or visual signal authorized by law
Term

Which of the below authorized emergency vehicles is NOT required to be equipped with or display a red light visible to the front, to run "emergency traffic"

a. volunteer fire fighter in his personal vehicle

b. police vehicle

c. fire department vehicles

d. ambulance of a municipality

Definition
b. police vehicle
Term

A police vehicle may operate as an emergency vehicle without red lights or siren when the officer believes that knowledge of his presence will cause:

a. the suspect to destroy evidence of a crime

b. the suspect to end a suspected continuing crime before officer can arrest

c. because of traffic conditions on a multilane roadway, vehicles moving in response to the siren may increase potential for collision

d. all the above

Definition
c. because of traffic conditions on a multilane roadway, vehicles moving in response to the siren may increase potential for collision
Term

Which emergency vehicle is not required to be equipped with a siren when responding to an alarm?

a. volunteer fire fighter in his personal vehicle

b. police vehicle

Definition
a. volunteer fire fighter in his personal vehicle
Term

A vehicle shall display lighted lamps, when?

a. night time

b. when light is insufficient to discern a person or vehicle on the highway at 1,000 ft.

c. when atmospheric conditions are unfavorable to discern a person or vehicle on the hghway at 1,000 ft.

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

Not more than _____ lighted lamps may be displayed to the front on the highway, with an intensity greater than 300 candlepower.

a. 2

b. 4

c. 6

d. 1

Definition
b. 4
Term

Lights on the rear of vehicles must be _____ in color.

a. white

b. red

c. white to amber

d. red to amber

Definition
b. red
Term

Signal devices on the rear of vehicles must be _____ in color.

a. red

b. yellow

c. amber

d. may be red, yellow, or amber

Definition
d. may be red, yellow, or amber
Term

A motor vehicle shall be equipped with at least _____ headlamps.

a. 2

b. 4

c. one

d. NO restrictions by law

Definition
a. 2
Term

At least _____ headlamp(s) shall be mounted on each side of the front of the vehicle.

a. 2

b. 4

c. 1

d. no limit

Definition
c. 1
Term

Passenger cars or trucks manufactured or assembled prior to model year _____ need only 1 tail lamp.

a. 1970

b. 1935

c. 1960

d. 1989

Definition
c. 1960
Term

The rear registration lamp shall emit the color _____.

a. red

b. yellow or amber

c. white

d. any of the above

Definition
c. white
Term

All motor vehicles shall be equipped with 2 stop lamps, except those manufactured prior to:

a. 1970

b. 1960

c. 1935

d. 1989

Definition
b. 1960
Term

Turn signal lamps shall emit _____ color.

a. white or amber to the front

b. red or amber to the rear

c. white only, front and rear

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

Vehicles less than 80 inches in width, made prior to _____ don't need turn signal lamps.

a. 1935

b. 1960

c. 1989

d. 1970

Definition
b. 1960
Term

An operator approaching an on-coming vehicle within _____ feet shall dim his headlights.

a. 1000

b. 500

c. 250

d. 200

Definition
b. 500
Term

An operator approaching a vehicle from the rear within _____ feet shall dim his headlights.

a. 1000

b. 500

c. 300

d. 200

Definition
c. 300
Term

An operator approaching a vehicle from the rear within _____ feet shall dim has headlights.

a. 1000

b. 500

c. 300

d. 200

Definition
c. 300
Term

A vehicle transporting a load that extends to the rear at least _____ feet beyond the bed of the vehicle, shall display red lights night time or red flags day time, on the load.

a. 8

b. 4

c. 6

d. 2

Definition
b. 4
Term

A motor vehicle shall be equipped with at least _____ parking lamp on left fender.

a. 2

b. 1

c. 4 on left side front and rear

d. none of the above

Definition
b. 1
Term

A motor vehicle shall be equipped with a working horn, audible for _____.

a. 200 feet

b. 200 yards

c. 20 yards

d. 500 feet

Definition
a. 200 feet
Term

An operator shall use a horn to give audible warning when:

a. entering traffic way

b. necessary for safe operation

c. signaling to other motorists

d. there are no restrictions on the use of a horn

Definition
b. necessary for safe operation
Term

A "horn" may not emit a _____ sound.

a. unreasonably loud

b. harsh

c. whistle

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

A muffler is considered in "good working condition" if it:

a. prevents noise

b. prevents unusual noise

c. prevents excessive noise

d. b or c

Definition
d. b or c
Term

A motor vehicle shall have a rear view mirror, that reflects to the operator, a view of the highway for a distance of _____ feet to the rear.

a. 50

b. 200

c. 2000

d. 500

Definition
b. 200
Term

Motorcycles manufactured after 1975 shall display a lighted headlamp.

a. at nighttime

b. any time driven

c. when persons or vehicles are not discernible for 1000 feet on the highway

d. a or c

Definition
b. any time driven
Term

A motorcycle shall be equipped with not more than _____ headlamp(s).

a. 2

b. 3

c. 1

d. a total of 4

Definition
a. 2
Term

Which of the following are not required to have a Motor Vehicle Inspection Stricker?

a. motor vehicles

b. trailers, semi trailers, pole trailers

c. mobile homes

d. all the above must have a M.V.I. sticker

Definition
d. all the above must have a M.V.I. sticker
Term

How many days grace period does an operator of a motor vehicle have, after a violation exists for expired M.V.I. sticker?

a. 10 working days

b. 5 working days

c. 5 days

d. none

Definition
d. none
Term

A motorcycle is required to display the M.V.I. sticker...

a. on the windshield

b. on the fender

c. on the rear shock absorber

d. near the rear license plate

Definition
d. near the rear license plate
Term

How many days grace period does an operator have after his M.V.I. sticker expires, before a violation exits?

a. 5 days

b. 5 working days

c. 10 days

d. 30 days

Definition
a. 5 days
Term

Any Texas Peace Officer can stop a motorist not displaying a valid M.V.I. sticker on his/her _____.

a. vehicle

b. windshield

c. motor vehicle

d. person

Definition
b. windshield
Term

Which of the following are exempt from having a M.V.I. sticker?

a. farm machinery

b. road building equipment

c. vehicles with antique auto plates

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

"X" needed a new M.V.I. sticker for his car. His wife's car had a valid sticker but was not drivable so "X" removed her sticker and displayed it on his windshield. When "X" was stopped by a police officer (that graduated from this academy and knew his traffic law), he was arrested for...

a. displaying a counterfiet M.V.I. sticker

b. displaying a fictitious M.V.I. sticker

c. displaying an unauthorized M.V.I. sticker

d. expired M.V.I. sticker

Definition
b. displaying a fictitious M.V.I. sticker
Term

Window tint is illegal if the light transmission is _____.

a. 33% or more

b. 25% or more

c. less than 33%

d. less than 25%

Definition
d. less than 25%
Term

Window sun screening device that has a luminous reflectance of _____ is illegal.

a. 35% or less

b. 33% or more

c. 25% or more

d. more than 25%

Definition
d. more than 25%
Term

Which of these is NOT correct concerning operation of a bicycle?

a. operator shall ride only on the permanent seat attached to the bicycle

b. operator may not carry more persons than the bicycle was designed for

c. operator must keep at lease one hand on handlebars at all times

d. operator may not attach bicycle to another vehicle on the highway

d. all the above are correct

Definition
d. all the above are correct
Term

Operator of bicycle on the roadway, moving more slowly than other traffic, shall ride:

a. entirely within a single lane

b. in the right-hand lane

c. as close to right-hand curb or edge of roadway as practical

d. right of center of roadway

Definition
c. as close to right-hand curb or edge of roadway as practical
Term

Operator of a bicycle upon a one-way roadway with two marked lanes may ride:

a. as near as practical to the left curb

b. as near as practical to the right curb

c. In any lane moving in authorized direction

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

Operator of bicycles upon the roadway _____.

a. shall ride in a single file

b. may ride two abreast

c. may ride three abreast

d. when riding two-abreast, shall ride in a single lane

Definition
d. when riding two-abreast, shall ride in a single lane
Term

A person may not operate a bicycle at night unless the bicycle is equipped with...

a. white light to the front, visible 500 feet

b. a red reflector to the rear, visible up to 300 feet

c. may use red lamp to the rear, visible 500 feet

d. all of the above

Definition
d. all of the above
Term

A pedestrian facing a _____ signal, may not enter a roadway.

a. steady red

b. steady yellow

c. steady green

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

Operator of a vehicle shall yield right of way to pedestrian in a crosswalk, if:

a. no traffic control signal is in place or in operation

b. pedestrian is on the same half of roadway as the vehicle is traveling

c. pedestrian is approaching the vehicles half of roadway in hazardous proximity

d. a and b or c

Definition
d. a and b or c
Term

Pedestrians crossing roadway in crosswalk shall proceed:

a. upon center of crosswalk

b. upon right-half of crosswalk

c. within the crosswalk, not in the roadway

d. with caution

Definition
b. upon right-half of crosswalk
Term

Between adjacent intersections at which traffic control signals are in operation, a pedestiran may cross _____.

a. only in a crosswalk

b. only in a marked crosswalk

c. only in an un-marked crosswalk

d. only with caution

Definition
b. only in a marked crosswalk
Term

Where sidewalks are provided, pedestrians shall walk:

 

a. on the left side of roadway facing approaching traffic

b. on the sidewalk

c. on the left-hand sidewalk, facing approaching traffic

d. as near as practicable to the curb along the right hand roadway

Definition
b. on the sidewalk
Term

Where sidewalks are not provided pedestrian shall walk:

a. on left side of roadway facing approaching traffic

b. on right side of roadway, moving in same direction as traffic

c. on left side of roadway moving in same direction as traffic

d. none of the above

Definition
a. on left side of roadway facing approaching traffic
Term

Which of the below is not illegal?

a. soliciting a ride (hitch-hiking) on the shoulder

b. soliciting a ride in the roadway

c. soliciting for charitable contribution in roadway

d. soliciting the watching or guarding of a vehicle on the highway

Definition
a. soliciting a ride (hitch-hiking) on the shoulder
Term

Operator of a vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with pedestrians on the roadway by:

a. sounding the horn when necessary

b. use precaution upon observing a child or obviously confused person in roadway

c. use precaution upon observing an incapacitated person in the roadway

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

A person that drops or permits to be dropped or thrown on a highway, destructive or injurious materials, _____.

a. shall immediately remove it

b. shall cause it to be removed, immediately

c. may remove it or provide for its removal in a timely manner

d. a or b

Definition
d. a or b
Term

When a wrecked or damaged vehicle is removedfrom the roadway, who is responsible for removing glass or other injurious substances dropped onthe highway from that vehicle?

a. owner of the vehicle

b. operator of the damaged vehicle

c. wrecker driver removing the vehicle

d. police officer investigating the accicent

Definition
c. wrecker driver removing the vehicle
Term

A law enforcement agency (other than DPS) that removes an abandoned vehicle in an unincorporated area shall notify the ______.

a. Owner of the vehicle

b. DPS

c. Sheriff

d. City Police

Definition

c. Sheriff


Term

When a vehicle is removed & stored for being abandoned, ______ is liable for all reasonable towing and storage fees.

a. Towing police agency

b. County

c. Owner of the vehicle

d. State of Texas

Definition

c. Owner of the vehicle


Term

The fastest an operator can drive on a Texas highway is:

a. 70 mph daytime

b. The posted speed limit

c. A reasonable prudent speed

d. a or b

Definition

c. A reasonable prudent speed


Term

“X” was traveling the posted speed limit on I-10 west and collided with another vehicle. “X” can be charged with:

a. Fail to control speed

b. unsafe speed

c. speeding

d. reckless driving

Definition

a. Fail to control speed


Term

“X” was traveling west on I-10 during heavy rain. He was traveling at the posted speed limit and lost control of his vehicle in the rain, skidding off the highway into a ditch. He can be charged with:

a. Fail to control speed

b. Unsafe speed

c. Speeding

d. Reckless driving

Definition

b. Unsafe speed


Term

The prima facie speed limit for Urban District is:

a. 30 mph

b. 35 mph

c. 15 mph

d. 45 mph

Definition

a. 30 mph


Term

The prima facie speed limit in an Alley is:

a. 20 mph

b. 15 mph

c. 25 mph

d. The urban speed limit

Definition

b. 15 mph


Term

The prima facie speed limit on a beach is:

a. 20 mph

b. 25 mph

c. 30 mph

d. 15 mph

Definition
d. 15 mph
Term

The maximum speed a School Bus can travel is…

a. 60 mph with commercial M.V.I. on U.S. or state hwy.

b. 50 mph without commercial M.V.I. or on a highway not a U.S. or state hwy.

c. 70 mph daytime… 65 mph night, on U.S. or state hwy.

d. a and b

Definition
d. a and b
Term

Speed laws do not apply to…

a. Police patrol

b. Authorized emergency vehicle responding to call

c. Physician responding to medical emergency

d. All the above

Definition
d. All the above
Term

A person commits the offense of ________ if he drives a vehicle in willful or wanton disregard for the safety of person’s property.

a. speeding

b. racing

c. reckless driving

d. unsafe speed

Definition

c. reckless driving


Term

“X” got into his parked car, started it up and upon pulling into the traffic on the street he struck another vehicle. This is the offense of:

a. unsafe speed

b. fail to control speed

c. reckless driving

d. unsafe start from parked position

Definition
d. unsafe start from parked position
Term

An operator is not required to do which of the following, when leaving a vehicle unattended:

a. stopping the engine and locking the ignition

b. removing the ignition key and setting the parking break

c. turn wheels to curb when on a grade

d. locking the vehicle doors

Definition
d. locking the vehicle doors
Term

An operator approaching a railroad crossing, when required to stop, shall stop...

a. no closer than 50 ft. from nearest rail

b. no farther than 50 ft. from nearest rail

c. no closer than 15 ft. from nearest rail

d. B and C

Definition
d. B and C
Term

Which of the following conditions required an operator to stop at a railroad crossing?

a. crossing gate is lowered

b. approaching train is plainly visible in hazardous proximity

c. approaching train sounds audible signal within 1500 ft. & is in hazardous proximity

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Which of the below vehicles are required to stop before crossing railroad tracks at grade?

a. taxi

b. a school bus with a school child on board

c. a motorbus carrying passergers for hire

d. all the above

e. b and c

Definition
e. b and c
Term

An operoator of a vehicle hauling explosive/flammable liquid as its principal cargo, before crossing railroad tracks at grade, shall...

a. slow to 20 mph or less befor coming w/in 200 ft of the crossing outside a municipality

b. stop no closer than 15 ft or farther than 50 ft from nearest rail, in a municipality

c. only cross the tracks when safe to proceed

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

An operator may leave a vehicle in the roadway if there is clear, unobstructed pavement for vehicles to get around it & is visible for ____ feet in both directions.

a. 200

b. 100

c. 50

d. 75

Definition

a. 200

Term

An operator may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in which of the following places?

a. on a sidewalk

b. in a crosswalk

c. in an intersection

d. on railroad tracks

e. any of the above

Definition

e. any of the above

Term

An operator may not stand or park a vehicle within ____ feet of a fire hydrant.

a. 15

b. 50

c. 100

d. 75

Definition

a. 15

Term

An operator may not stand or park a vehicle within ____ feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.

a. 15

b. 20

c. 30

d. 50

Definition

b. 20

Term

An operator whom parks on a two-way roadway shall do so with right hand wheels parallel & within _____ of right hand curb.

a. one and one half feet

b. two feet

c. 18 feet

d. one car width

Definition

a. one and one half feet

Term

An operator that parks a vehicle on a one-way street shall...

a. have right-hand wheels within 18 in. of right curb

b. have left-hand wheels within 18 in. of left curb

c. face in the direction of authorized traffic movement

d. a or b and c

Definition

d. a or b and c

Term

In order for a peace officer to be able to have a vehicle removed from the highway for being "abandoned" it had to be been unattended for longer than...

a. 24-hours

b. 48-hours

c. 30-days

d. 24-days

Definition

b. 48-hours

Term

A peace officer may remove which of the following vehicles for being unattended where found?

a. vehicle unlawfully blocking entrance to private drive

b. vehicle unattended in a bridge

c. vehicle unattended in a tunnel

d. all the above

Definition

a. vehicle unlawfully blocking entrance to private drive

Term

First time offense of “operating a motor vehicle without proof of financial responsibility” is a minimum fine of:

a. 1.00

b. 175.00

c. 200.00

d. 350.00

Definition

b. 175.00


Term

If the person charged with “fail to maintain proof of financial responsibility” produces in court a valid motor vehicle liability insurance policy or certificate of self-insurance in his name, that was valid on the date of the offense the charge _________.

a. may be dismissed

b. shall be dismissed

c. stands as is

d. must be appealed to a court of record

Definition

b. shall be dismissed


Term

Upon the 2nd conviction of “fail to maintain proof of financial responsibility” the DPS shall suspend his ________ for 2 years from the date of the 2nd conviction, unless the person obtains insurance.

a. drivers license

b. license plates

c. state I.D. card

d. a and b

Definition
d. a and b
Term

Upon the 2nd or subsequent conviction of “fail to maintain proof of financial responsibility” the Court shall order the ______ to impound the motor vehicle operated by the defendant at the time of the offense, if it was owned and operated by the defendant.

a. Sheriff

b. Constable

c. DPS

d. local police having jurisdiction

Definition

a. Sheriff


Term

A person found operating a motor vehicle upon the highway during the suspension period of his Drivers License, upon conviction could receive a maximum punishment of:

a. 500.00

b. 100.00

c. 72-hours in jail and a 100.00 fine

d. six months in jail and a 500.00 fine

Definition
d. six months in jail and a 500.00 fine
Term

A person may operate or ride a motorcycle without a helmet when:

a. and 21 or over

b. over age 21

c. completed a motorcycle operator training course

d. has medical insurance coverage of 10,000.00 minimum

e. a and c or d

Definition
e. a and c or d
Term

As a rule who are required to wear helmets on a motorcycle?

a. everyone

b. all persons under age 21

c. all persons age 21 or under

d. all minors

Definition

a. everyone


Term

A person younger than _______ operating an all-terrain vehicle must be accompanied by a parent guardian or adult.

a. 21

b. 18

c. 14

d. 16

Definition

c. 14


Term

An all-terrain vehicle operated on public property must be equipped with which of these?

a. good breaks

b. good muffler

c. a United States forest service spark arrester

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

When is an all-terrain vehicle required to have a display headlights and taillights?

a. not required by law

b. during nighttime operation on public property

c. when crossing a public street or highway

d. b and c

Definition
d. b and c
Term

Operator of an all-terrain vehicle when on public property shall wear:

a. an approved helmet

b. eye protection

c. boots and adequate clothing for safe operation

d. all the above

e. a and b only

Definition
e. a and b only
Term

An operator of an all-terrain vehicle on public property may only carry passengers when:

a. the ATV is equipped with a passenger seat

b. with approved helmet for passenger

c. with approved eye protection and safety equipment for passenger

d. both b and c

Definition

a. the ATV is equipped with a passenger seat


Term

Operator of an all-terrain vehicle may cross a controlled access highway or interstate if:

a. never

b. come to complete stop and cross immediately at a 90-degree angle

c. must have headlamp and tail lamp lighted

d. yield right of way to traffic on highway and only cross at intersection

e. B,C, and D

Definition

a. never


Term

A motor vehicle that is equipped with a saddle for the use of the rider, designed to propel itself with three or four tires in contact with the ground, designed for off highway use by the operator only and not designed for farming or lawn care.

a. motorcycle

b. farm tractor

c. all-terrain vehicles

d. moped

Definition

c. all-terrain vehicles


Term

A motor vehicle, other than a tractor, that is equipped with a saddle for the rider and designed to have when propelled not more than 3 wheels in contact with the ground.

a. motorcycle

b. moped

c. motor driven cycle

d. all-terrain vehicle

Definition

a. motorcycle


Term

A motorcycle equipped with an engine of 250 cc or less.

a. moped

b. motor driven cycle

c. all-terrain vehicle

d. scooter

Definition

b. motor driven cycle


Term

Which of these is restricted to an engine of 50 cc or less and the power driven unit does not require the operator to shift gears?

a. motorcycle

b. moped

c. motor driven cycle

d. all-terrain vehicle

Definition

b. moped


Term

A ________ by definition cannot attain a speed of more than 30 mph in one mile.

a. all-terrain vehicle

b. moped

c. motor driven cycle

d. none of these

Definition

b. moped


Term

A person with a Restricted Class M drivers license can only operate which of the below on the highway?

a. moped or motor driven cycle

b. all-terrain vehicles

c. only motorcycles

d. all the above

Definition

a. moped or motor driven cycle


Term

Disabled parking placard, must bear an international symbol of access, be at least 3 inches high, and be _____ on a ______ shield for permanent disability.

a. white/red

b. white/blue

c. blue/white

d. red/white

Definition

b. white/blue


Term

Which color combination is a temporary disability placard?

a. white on red

b. red on white

c. white on blue

d. blue on white

Definition

a. white on red


Term

For a vehicle to park in a handicap space it must bear:

a. special license plates for handicap

b. disabled parking placard on rear view mirror of windshield

c. handicap bumper decal

d. all the above

e. A or B

Definition
e. A or B
Term

A police officer finds a vehicle parked at a city meter and the meter is expired. The vehicle is displaying a disabled parking placard on the mirror. The officer may cite the vehicle for:

a. illegal parking

b. expired meter, illegal parking

c. nothing

d. improperly parked vehicle

Definition

c. nothing


Term

Who may enforce the violation of parking in a handicap zone on public and private parking lots?

a. police officers only

b. peace officers

c. person designated by political subdivision to enforce parking

d. commissioned security officer employed by owner of the private property where the handicap zone is

e. B,C, or D

Definition
e. B,C, or D
Term

Every owner of a motor vehicle, trailer, semi-trailer used upon the highways of Texas, shall apply __________ for registration of each vehicle.

a. every 6 months

b. each year

c. every 5 years

d. every 2 years

Definition

b. each year


Term

An operator approaching a stationary Police vehicle, displaying emergency lights, on a two lane, two-way roadway in a 20 mph school zone, shall ___________.

a. vacate the lane nearest the police vehicle

b. slow to 20 mph while passing

c. reduce speed at least 20 mph

d. do not exceed 5 mph while passing the police unit

Definition
d. do not exceed 5 mph while passing the police unit
Term

The owner of a motor vehicle shall submit with application for registration, evidence of:

a. no moving violations

b. good credit

c. liability insurance

d. citizenship

Definition

c. liability insurance


Term

How many days “grace period” exist after expiration of registration, before a violation exists?

a. 5 days

b. 5 working days

c. 10 days

d. 10 working days

Definition

b. 5 working days


Term

The owner of a registered motor vehicle may obtain replacement license plates if the plates have been:

a. lost

b. stolen

c. mutilated

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

It is against the law to operate a vehicle upon the highway that has not been:

a. inspected in 6 months

b. registered

c. sold

d. approved

Definition

b. registered


Term

Buyers’ temporary tag, issued by a dealer, is valid until the earlier of:

a. the date the vehicle is registered

b. the 60th day after date of purchase

c. 21 days after date of purchase

d. either a or b

Definition
d. either a or b
Term

A vehicle bearing a dealer’s temporary cardboard tag; may only be used by the dealer or his employees for:

a. demonstrating the vehicle

b. conveying an unregistered vehicle to place a business

c. charitable organizations use

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

No person shall sell, trade or transfer a used vehicle without providing:

a. current proof of registration

b. 30 day warranty

c. an assigned certificate of title

d. A and C

Definition
d. A and C
Term

A person commits an offense if he operates on a public highway during a registration period, a passenger car that does not display _______ license plates.

a. 2

b. 1 year

c. 2 (1 on front and 1 on rear)

d. none of the above

Definition

c. 2 (1 on front and 1 on rear)


Term

The correct whistle signal for “go” is __________.

a. one long blast

b. two short blasts

c. two long blasts

d. three short blasts

Definition

b. two short blasts


Term

The correct whistle signal for “stop” is __________.

a. one long blast

b. two short blasts

c. two long blasts

d. three short blasts

Definition

a. one long blast


Term

The correct whistle signal for a “warning” is ___________.

a. one long blast

b. two short blasts

c. two long blasts

d. three short blasts

Definition
d. three short blasts
Term

An operator approaching a stationary police vehicle, displaying emergency lights, on a two lane two way roadway in a 35 mph zone shall _________.

a. vacate the lane nearest the police vehicle

b. slow to 20 mph while passing

c. slow to 15 mph while passing

d. slow to 5 mph while passing

Definition

c. slow to 15 mph while passing


Term

An operator approaching a stationary police vehicle, displaying emergency lights, on a multi-lane roadway with 2 lanes in each direction, and a posted speed of 55 mph, shall ________________.

a. vacate the lane nearest the police vehicle

b. slow to 35 mph while passing

c. slow to 25 mph while passing

d. both a and b

Definition

a. vacate the lane nearest the police vehicle


Term

Operator approaching a railroad grade crossing with crossing gates lowered and an approaching train sounds its horn within 1,500 feet of the crossing, shall…

a. stop and may only proceed when safe

b. stop and may only proceed when directed by a police officer or flagger

c. yield right of way and proceed at a reasonable speed

d. if required for safety, stop at a clearly marked stop line

Definition

a. stop and may only proceed when safe


Term

Operator approaching a railroad grade crossing equipped with railroad crossbuck signs without electronic devices or crossing gate, shall…

a. stop and only proceed when safe

b. yield to trains in hazardous proximity and only proceed at a reasonable speed

c. if required for safety, stop no closer than 15 feet or farther than 50 feet from the nearest rail

d. b or c

Definition
d. b or c
Term

“A vehicle not designed or used primarily to transport persons or property and is only incidentally operated on the highway”, defines a ____________.

a. road tractor

b. special mobile equipment

c. implement of husbandry

d. self-propelled vehicle

Definition

b. special mobile equipment


Term

“A roadway assigned a number by the U.S. or Texas”, is a ___________.

a. highway

b. freeway

c. arterial street

d. controlled access highway

Definition

c. arterial street


Term

Rear signal lamps ______________ in color.

a. shall be red

b. may be red

c. may be red to yellow

d. may be red to amber

Definition

c. may be red to yellow


Term

Rear turn signal lamps __________ in color.

a. shall be red

b. may be red to yellow

c. may be red to amber

d. shall be yellow

Definition

c. may be red to amber


Term

Rear stop signal lamp (brake lights) _______________.

a. shall be red in color

b. may be red to amber in color

c. may be red to yellow in color

d. none of the above

Definition

b. may be red to amber in color


Term

Which of the following vehicles do not need “proof of financial responsibility” to operate?

a. a vehicle at least 25 years old, is a collector’s item only used for parades

b. a golf cart

c. a vehicle owned and operated by a volunteer fire department

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

As a condition of operating a vehicle in Texas, the operator on request shall provide to _________ evidence of financial responsibility.

a. a peace officer

b. a police officer

c. a person involved in an accident with the operator

d. all the above

e. a or c above

Definition
e. a or c above
Term

In the absence of an actual Liability Insurance Policy, the operator may show ________.

a. an insurance binder

b. a surety bond

c. a certificate of self-insurance

d. any of the above

Definition
d. any of the above
Term

The owner of a motor vehicle may provide proof of financial responsibility for the operator of the owner’s vehicle, when:

a. never

b. the operator is an employee of the owner

c. the operator is an immediate family member of the owner

d. b or c

Definition
d. b or c
Term

A standard proof of liability insurance form, must include all but the following:

a. name of the insurer and the policy number

b. name and address of each person insured

c. policy period and statement the policy covers the minimum liability required by Texas

d. name and office phone of the insurance agent on the policy

Definition
d. name and office phone of the insurance agent on the policy
Term

A person can be certified as a “self-insurer” if he/she owns more than ____ vehicles in his/her name.

a. 2

b. 25

c. 20

d. 10

Definition

b. 25


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