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Getting ready for your Mississippi DMV permit test? This page is your one-stop guide to help you pass with confidence.
Answer DMV-style multiple-choice questions based on the official Mississippi Driver’s Manual, study road rules and traffic laws, and take full-length mock exams to track your progress — all free, simple, and mobile-friendly.
Whether you’re applying for a learner’s permit, upgrading your license, or retaking the written test, this guide is designed to make the process easier and faster.

Set 1 - General DMV Questions

Get familiar with the structure of the Mississippi DMV written test, including general driving laws, traffic control, and right-of-way rules.

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General DMV Questions

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What does a solid red traffic signal mean?

Stop

Stop only if pedestrians are present

Speed up before it changes

Proceed with caution

A solid red light means stop. A right turn may be allowed only after a full stop unless prohibited by a sign.

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When must you dim high-beam headlights for an oncoming vehicle?

Only after passing

Within 100 feet

Within 500 feet

Within 1,000 feet

High beams must be dimmed to low beams within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle.

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Which license class do most noncommercial drivers need in California?

Commercial Class A

Motorcycle Class M only

Noncommercial Class C

Commercial Class B

Most regular passenger vehicle drivers need a noncommercial Class C driver’s license.

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If you are under 18, what is the minimum age to apply for a California instruction permit?

15½ years old

17½ years old

14 years old

15 years old

Minors must be at least 15½ years old and meet driver education requirements before using the permit as required.

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When changing lanes on a freeway, how long before the lane change should you signal?

Only when traffic is heavy

At least five seconds before

Only after moving

One second before

California guidance says to signal at least five seconds before changing lanes on a freeway.

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How many hours of supervised practice driving are required for a minor before getting a California driver’s license?

10 hours with no night driving

50 hours, including 10 at night

30 hours, including 10 at night

20 hours, including 5 at night

Minors must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including 10 hours at night.

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What is prohibited during a California knowledge test?

Reading the question carefully

Using a handbook or cell phone

Taking the test on time

Choosing the best answer

Testing aids such as the handbook, notes, or a cell phone are not allowed during the knowledge test.

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What must you do if you are involved in a collision in California?

Call only your insurance company and leave

Move away without giving information

Leave if damage looks minor

Stop and provide required information

Drivers involved in a collision must stop, help if needed, exchange required information, and report when required by law.

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What is one required step to apply for a Class C instruction permit?

Complete a collision report

Take a freeway drive test first

Buy a vehicle first

Pass a knowledge test

A person applying for a Class C permit must complete the application, provide documents, pay the fee, pass the knowledge test, and pass a vision test.

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How many attempts are allowed to pass the original California knowledge test before reapplying?

Unlimited attempts

One attempt

Five attempts

Three attempts

Applicants are allowed three attempts to pass the knowledge test before they must reapply.

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What should you do when a traffic signal is not working?

Wait until police arrive every time

Drive through without stopping

Follow the largest vehicle

Stop as if all directions have STOP signs

A nonworking traffic signal should be treated like an all-way stop; stop and proceed cautiously when safe.

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Before getting an original California driver’s license, what tests are generally required?

Knowledge and behind-the-wheel drive tests

Parking test only

Insurance test only

Vehicle registration test only

Applicants must pass the required knowledge test and behind-the-wheel drive test, along with vision screening.

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When should you signal before making a turn?

Only if another car is visible

At least 100 feet before the turn

Only after entering the turn

At least 10 feet before the turn

Drivers should signal at least 100 feet before turning.

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If you move, when must you notify DMV of your new California address?

Within 60 days

Within 10 days

Only at renewal

Within 24 hours

Drivers must notify DMV of a new address within ten days.

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What must you bring on the day of a behind-the-wheel drive test?

A printed road map only

A mechanic’s receipt only

Valid proof of insurance and registration

Only a vehicle key

The applicant must bring a permit or license, a safe vehicle, proof of insurance and registration, and a qualified licensed driver unless already licensed.

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If you are under 18, how long must you generally hold an instruction permit before scheduling a behind-the-wheel drive test?

1 year exactly

2 weeks

At least 6 months

30 days

A minor must hold an instruction permit for at least 6 months, unless they turn 18 before scheduling the drive test.

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What should you do before changing lanes?

Honk and enter the lane

Move first, then check traffic

Slow down suddenly without signaling

Signal, check mirrors, and check blind spots

A safe lane change requires signaling, checking mirrors, looking over your shoulder, and checking blind spots.

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Beginning May 2025, when is a REAL ID-compliant license or ID needed?

To buy fuel

To board domestic flights or enter most federal facilities

To park in public spaces

To register to vote only

A REAL ID is required for certain federal purposes, including boarding domestic flights and entering many federal facilities.

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During the first 12 months with a provisional license, when may a minor generally not drive?

Only on weekends

Between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m.

Between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.

Between noon and 3 p.m.

Provisional drivers generally may not drive between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. during the first 12 months unless an exception applies.

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During the first 12 months with a provisional license, a minor generally may not drive with passengers under what age unless properly accompanied?

Under 20

Under 16

Under 18

Under 25

A provisional driver generally cannot transport passengers under 20 unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, or qualified licensed driver age 25 or older.

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What must an applicant generally provide when applying for an instruction permit or driver’s license?

Only a birth date

Only vehicle insurance

Only a passport photo

Proof of identity and residency documents

Applicants must provide identity, California residency documents, legal name documents if needed, and a Social Security number unless an exception applies.

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If windshield wipers are needed because of rain, fog, or snow, what must you also do?

Turn on parking lights only

Drive with hazard lights continuously

Turn off all lights

Turn on low-beam headlights

When wipers are required due to weather, low-beam headlights must be turned on.

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Is it legal to drive with an expired driver’s license?

Yes, during daylight only

Yes, if it expired this month

No, it is against the law

Yes, if you have insurance

California law does not allow driving with an expired driver’s license.

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What does a California driver’s license allow you to do?

Drive legally on public roads

Drive any commercial vehicle

Avoid vehicle registration

Drive only on private property

A California driver’s license gives permission to drive on public roads when you have the correct license class for the vehicle.

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What happens if the vehicle used for the drive test does not meet DMV safety requirements?

The drive test is rescheduled

The applicant automatically passes

The test continues without inspection

The examiner ignores the defect

If the vehicle fails required safety checks, the drive test will be rescheduled.

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Set 2 – Fresh Question Bank

Practice with new and updated questions based on the most recent Mississippi driver handbook. This section helps you stay current with DMV topics and safety updates.

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Fresh Question Bank Texas

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When making a right turn, where should a driver position the vehicle?

Center of the road

Right lane or near the right curb

Far left lane

Opposite traffic lane

A right turn should be made from the right lane or as close as practical to the right-hand curb or edge.

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How close may you park to the nearest rail of a railroad crossing?

25 feet

100 feet

10 feet

50 feet

A vehicle may not be parked within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.

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What minimum tire tread depth is required for vehicles in Texas?

2/32 inch

4/32 inch

1/32 inch

1 inch

Vehicles must have tires in safe condition with at least 2/32 of an inch tread depth.

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Why is speeding dangerous according to the handbook?

It improves steering control

It shortens stopping distance

It reduces vision and reaction time

It makes signs easier to read

Speed reduces a driver’s field of vision and gives less time to react to hazards.

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What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean?

Speed up carefully

The road is closed

Slow down and proceed with caution

Stop and wait for green

A flashing yellow signal means drivers should slow down and proceed with caution.

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When passing another vehicle, what should a driver make sure of before moving left?

The horn is used continuously

The pass can be completed safely

The other driver slows down first

The shoulder is wide enough

A driver should ensure the left lane is clearly visible, free of oncoming traffic, and safe for passing.

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Under Texas safety responsibility law, what is the purpose of liability insurance?

To show financial responsibility

To avoid vehicle inspection

To replace a driver license

To remove all traffic fines

Liability insurance helps prove financial responsibility for damages or injuries caused by a motor vehicle crash.

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What should a driver do when approaching a flooded roadway?

Turn around and avoid the flooded road

Follow the vehicle ahead closely

Stop in the water

Drive through quickly

Drivers should avoid driving through flooded roadways because water can hide hazards and sweep vehicles away.

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What is the main purpose of warning signs?

To replace traffic signals

To show fuel prices

To warn of hazards or conditions ahead

To identify vehicle owners

Warning signs alert drivers to hazards, road conditions, or changes ahead.

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What does a steady red traffic signal mean?

Change lanes

Proceed with caution

Slow down only

Stop

A steady red light means stop before entering the crosswalk or intersection and remain stopped until allowed to proceed.

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At an uncontrolled intersection, what should a driver do when another vehicle is already in the intersection?

Honk and continue

Speed up to cross first

Yield to the vehicle already in the intersection

Stop only if a sign is posted

Drivers must yield to vehicles already in the intersection.

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When leaving a parked vehicle, what should a driver do?

Leave the engine running

Leave the key inside

Open the door without checking

Turn off the motor, set the parking brake, and remove the key

The handbook advises turning off the motor, setting the parking brake, removing the key, and checking before opening the door.

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When two vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection at about the same time, who should yield?

The driver going straight always

The driver on the left

The faster driver

The driver on the right

At an uncontrolled intersection, the driver on the left should yield to the driver on the right.

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What is the basic speed rule in Texas?

Drive at any speed if licensed

Drive faster than traffic

Always drive at the posted limit

Drive at a safe speed for conditions

Drivers must control speed according to traffic, road, weather, visibility, and other conditions, even when the posted limit is higher.

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What should a driver do before changing lanes, turning, or pulling away from a parked position?

Brake suddenly only

Signal and check traffic

Turn without checking

Wave other drivers around

Drivers should signal their intention and check traffic before changing position on the roadway.

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Who is required to use safety belts in a passenger vehicle equipped with safety belts?

Only passengers under 18

Only the driver

Only front-seat passengers

The driver and all passengers

Texas requires the driver and all passengers, regardless of age, to use safety belts when occupying a seat equipped with one.

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When must drivers stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?

Only in a school parking lot

When approaching from either direction on an undivided roadway

Only when behind the bus on a freeway

Only if children are visible

Drivers must stop when approaching a school bus with flashing red lights unless separated by a physical barrier or divided roadway rules apply.

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How far must a vehicle horn be heard to meet Texas required equipment standards?

100 feet

200 feet

25 feet

50 feet

A vehicle horn must be audible for a minimum distance of 200 feet.

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What must a vehicle’s foot brake be able to do to meet Texas safety equipment standards?

Stop the car within 25 feet at 20 mph

Stop the car within 100 feet at 60 mph

Stop only the front wheels

Work only when the parking brake is used

The foot brake must stop the car within 25 feet at a speed of 20 mph.

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How close may you legally park to a fire hydrant in Texas?

50 feet

30 feet

15 feet

5 feet

The handbook states drivers must not park or stand within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

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What should you do when an emergency vehicle using lights or siren approaches?

Follow closely behind it

Stop in the middle lane

Pull to the right and stop

Continue at the same speed

Drivers must yield right-of-way by moving to the right edge of the roadway and stopping until the emergency vehicle has passed.

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A Texas Vehicle Inspection Report is valid for registration purposes for how long from the month of inspection?

90 days

60 days

1 year

30 days

The handbook states that the VIR is valid for 90 days from the month of inspection for registration purposes.

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At a crosswalk, what is a driver’s responsibility toward pedestrians?

Sound the horn and continue

Drive around them quickly

Yield the right-of-way

Stop only if a police officer is present

Drivers must yield to pedestrians lawfully crossing at marked or unmarked crosswalks.

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What must be presented at the time of a Texas vehicle inspection?

A voter registration card

A birth certificate

A driver education certificate

Evidence of financial responsibility

Evidence of financial responsibility must be presented when a vehicle is inspected.

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What is the legal blood alcohol concentration limit for most adult drivers in Texas?

0.05

0.08

0.15

0.02

Texas law considers a person legally intoxicated at a BAC of 0.08 or more, although impairment can occur below that level.

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Road Signs & Markings

Review all Mississippi road signs, symbols, and pavement markings you’ll need to recognize for your DMV knowledge exam.

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Road Signs & Markings

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What should you do if a traffic light is not working?

Honk before entering

Drive through if your road is larger

Stop as if all directions have STOP signs

Follow the car ahead without stopping

When a signal is not working, treat the intersection as if it has STOP signs in all directions.

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What does a flashing red traffic signal mean?

Continue at normal speed

Stop, then proceed when safe

Slow down without stopping

Stop only at night

A flashing red light means stop. After stopping, proceed only when it is safe.

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What do large broken lines on a freeway or street lane usually indicate?

Parking is allowed

The road is closed

The speed limit increases

The lane may end or exit

Large broken lines often show that a lane is ending or becoming an exit lane, so drivers should prepare to merge or exit.

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What does a blue curb or blue parking marking indicate?

Motorcycle parking only

Disabled parking with proper placard or plate

Taxi parking only

Loading freight only

Blue curb or parking markings identify parking for disabled persons or those transporting disabled persons with proper placards or plates.

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What does a flashing yellow arrow mean?

Stop and wait for a red arrow

You have a protected turn

Turn without checking traffic

Turn after yielding to oncoming traffic

A flashing yellow arrow means you may turn, but the turn is not protected. Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

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What do broken white lines separate?

Same-direction traffic lanes

Pedestrian areas only

Emergency stopping zones

Opposite-direction traffic only

Broken white lines separate traffic lanes moving in the same direction and may be crossed when safe.

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What is a yield line?

A line of white triangles showing where to yield

A bicycle parking line

A railroad warning mark

A no-passing yellow line

A yield line is a row of solid white triangles showing where approaching vehicles must yield or stop if required.

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What does a diamond symbol in a lane usually indicate?

A disabled parking space only

A toll booth only

A no-stopping zone

A carpool or HOV lane

A diamond marking usually identifies a preferential-use lane, such as a carpool or HOV lane.

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What does a green arrow mean?

Turn only after a full stop

Go in the direction of the arrow

Stop before turning

Yield to all traffic every time

A green arrow means you may go in the direction of the arrow. It gives a protected turn because oncoming traffic is stopped.

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What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?

Speed up to clear the intersection

You have protected right-of-way

Stop if you can do so safely

The road is closed

A yellow light warns that the signal is about to turn red. Stop if you can do so safely.

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What do double solid white lines mean?

Passing is required

Do not change lanes across them

A school zone begins

A parking lane begins

Double solid white lines mark a lane barrier. Drivers must not change lanes over them.

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What does a single solid white line mark?

A no-parking zone only

A railroad crossing only

Opposing traffic lanes only

Same-direction traffic lanes

A single solid white line separates lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, including on one-way streets.

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What does a white curb mean?

No stopping at any time

Load freight only

Park all day

Stop only to pick up or drop off passengers

A white curb allows stopping only long enough to pick up or drop off passengers.

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What do bicycle lane markings indicate?

A passing lane for cars

A lane reserved for bicyclists

A lane where parking is always allowed

A lane for emergency vehicles only

Bicycle lanes are for bicyclists and are usually marked by a solid white line, signs, or sometimes green pavement.

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What does a broken yellow line next to your lane mean?

You are in a one-way street

You must stop

You may pass when safe

You must turn left

A broken yellow line next to your lane means you may pass when it is safe and legal.

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What does a red curb mean in California?

No stopping, standing, or parking

Limited-time parking

Disabled parking only

Passenger loading only

A red curb means no stopping, standing, or parking, except buses may stop in a red zone marked for buses only.

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What does a single solid yellow line mark?

A parking boundary

A lane for bicycles only

A freeway shoulder

The center of a two-way road

A single solid yellow line marks the center of a road with two-way traffic.

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What does a solid red traffic light mean?

Stop

Stop only if traffic is present

Proceed with caution

Slow down only

A solid red light means stop. You may turn right only after stopping, yielding, and confirming no sign prohibits the turn.

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What does a red arrow signal mean?

Stop and do not turn

Proceed carefully

Turn after yielding

Turn if no pedestrians are present

A red arrow means stop and do not turn in the direction of the arrow until a green signal or green arrow appears.

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What do double solid yellow lines generally mean?

Only trucks may cross

Passing is allowed anytime

The lane is ending

Do not pass over them

Double solid yellow lines generally mean do not pass over them, except for limited legal movements such as certain left turns.

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What does a flashing DON’T WALK or flashing raised hand mean?

Vehicles must stop permanently

Pedestrians should run across

Drivers no longer need to yield

Do not start crossing

A flashing raised hand means pedestrians should not start crossing, but drivers must still yield to pedestrians already in the crosswalk.

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What does a WALK or walking person signal mean?

Pedestrians must stop

Vehicles must speed up

Pedestrians may cross

Drivers may ignore pedestrians

A WALK signal means pedestrians may cross the street. Drivers must watch and yield as required.

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What does a red YIELD sign mean?

You have the right-of-way

Parking is not allowed

Slow and be ready to stop

Stop for five seconds every time

A YIELD sign means slow down and be ready to stop for vehicles, bicyclists, or pedestrians before proceeding.

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What does a flashing yellow traffic light mean?

Stop and wait for green

Turn only right

Treat it as a railroad signal

Proceed with caution

A flashing yellow light is a warning to proceed with caution. You do not need to stop unless needed for safety.

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What does a STOP sign require drivers to do?

Slow down and continue

Stop after entering the intersection

Make a full stop before proceeding

Stop only if another car is present

A STOP sign requires a full stop before the crosswalk, limit line, or intersection, then checking traffic before proceeding.

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Traffic Laws & Safety Rules

Study essential Mississippi traffic laws, speed limits, penalties, and safe-driving habits that will help you pass the test and drive safely on the road.

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Traffic Laws and Safety Rules

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When are you not allowed to pass another vehicle?

In a marked no-passing zone

On a straight road with clear visibility

When the lane ahead is clear

When a broken yellow line is on your side

Passing is unsafe and unlawful in marked no-passing zones, near hills or curves with limited visibility, and where signs or markings prohibit it.

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What is the safest response to road rage or aggressive drivers?

Avoid confrontation and create space

Stop in traffic to argue

Follow them closely

Challenge the driver

The handbook promotes defensive driving, avoiding confrontation, not responding aggressively, and creating distance.

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What should you do if your vehicle begins to skid?

Ease off the accelerator and steer where you want to go

Slam on the brakes immediately

Turn sharply opposite the skid

Shift to park

The handbook advises drivers to avoid panic, take the foot off the accelerator, and steer in the direction they want the vehicle to go.

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What should you do if a tire blows out while driving?

Brake hard immediately

Accelerate to stabilize the vehicle

Grip the wheel and slow gradually

Turn sharply to the shoulder

Drivers should hold the steering wheel firmly, avoid sudden braking, slow gradually, and move off the road safely.

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When approaching an intersection, what should a driver do before entering?

Stop only if another driver honks

Slow down and check traffic in all directions

Speed up to clear the intersection quickly

Change lanes inside the intersection

A safe driver should slow down, observe traffic, use the proper lane, and be prepared to yield when required.

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What should you do if you miss your turn?

Turn from any lane

Stop suddenly and reverse

Back up in traffic

Continue and turn safely later

A safe driver should continue to a legal turnaround or alternate route instead of making a sudden or unsafe maneuver.

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When turning left at an intersection, you must yield to which traffic?

Oncoming traffic close enough to be dangerous

Only bicycles on sidewalks

Only traffic behind you

Only parked vehicles

A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic that is close enough to be a hazard.

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What should drivers do when approaching pedestrians in a marked or unmarked crosswalk?

Drive around them

Yield the right-of-way

Stop only if a traffic officer is present

Flash headlights and continue

Drivers must yield to pedestrians lawfully crossing in crosswalks.

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What is the safest action when a pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog is crossing the roadway?

Pass closely to avoid delay

Honk continuously

Drive between the pedestrian and guide dog

Stop and yield carefully

Drivers should yield and take extra care because the pedestrian may be blind or visually impaired.

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At a four-way stop, if two vehicles arrive at the same time, which driver should yield?

The driver going slower

The driver with passengers

The driver on the left

The driver on the right

When vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the left should yield to the driver on the right.

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When driving in rain, fog, smoke, or reduced visibility, what should you do?

Use high speed to exit quickly

Follow other vehicles closely

Turn off all lights

Slow down and use proper lights

Drivers should slow down, increase following distance, and use proper headlights when visibility is reduced.

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When approaching a school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided road, what must drivers do?

Stop from either direction

Slow only if children are visible

Pass carefully on the left

Stop only when behind the bus

Drivers approaching from either direction must stop for a school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided roadway.

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How far in advance should a driver generally signal before turning?

After entering the intersection

Only while turning

At least 100 feet before turning

Only if another vehicle is behind

Drivers should signal early enough to warn others, commonly at least 100 feet before the turn in ordinary driving.

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Before turning or changing lanes, what should you do?

Look only straight ahead

Signal and check traffic

Turn first, then signal

Signal only if traffic is heavy

Drivers should signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and make the move only when safe.

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At a four-way stop, who should go first if one vehicle arrives before the others?

The largest vehicle

The vehicle on the left

The vehicle turning right only

The vehicle that arrived first

The vehicle that arrives first at a four-way stop should proceed first after stopping and checking for safety.

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Under the Texas Move Over or Slow Down law, what should drivers do when approaching certain stopped emergency or service vehicles?

Speed up to pass quickly

Move over or slow down

Stop in the travel lane

Turn on high beams

Drivers must move out of the lane closest to the stopped vehicle when possible or slow down as required.

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What is prohibited under Texas texting while driving rules?

Wearing a seat belt

Reading, writing, or sending electronic messages

Checking mirrors

Using windshield wipers

Texas law prohibits reading, writing, or sending electronic messages while operating a motor vehicle unless an exception applies.

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When passing another vehicle, when should you return to the right lane?

As soon as your front bumper passes

Before fully passing the vehicle

When you can safely see the passed vehicle behind you

Only after sounding your horn

Return to the right lane only when safely clear of the vehicle being passed.

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What is the basic rule for choosing a safe following distance?

Follow closely to prevent lane changes

Follow closer in bad weather

Use the same distance at all speeds

Leave enough space to stop safely

Drivers should leave enough space to stop safely if the vehicle ahead slows or stops suddenly.

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When may drivers proceed after stopping for a school bus with flashing red lights?

Immediately after stopping once

When the bus resumes motion or the red lights stop flashing

When the driver honks

When another vehicle passes

Drivers may proceed only after the bus resumes motion, the driver signals, or the flashing red lights are no longer activated.

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What should you do when entering a roadway from a private road, driveway, alley, or building?

Enter quickly before traffic arrives

Drive on the shoulder until traffic clears

Stop only if there is a stop sign

Yield to traffic and pedestrians

A driver entering a roadway from a private place must yield to vehicles and pedestrians already using the roadway or sidewalk.

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Why should every occupant use a safety belt?

They replace airbags

They prevent all crashes

They allow faster driving

They reduce injury risk in a crash

Safety belts reduce the risk of injury or death by helping keep occupants inside and properly positioned during a crash.

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When making a left turn from a two-way street, where should you begin the turn?

From the lane nearest the center line

From the far right shoulder

From any lane

From the parking lane only

A left turn should generally begin from the lane closest to the center line or left-turn lane when available.

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When an emergency vehicle approaches using lights or a siren, what must you do?

Pull right and stop

Follow the emergency vehicle

Continue normally

Stop in the center lane

Drivers must yield right-of-way, pull to the right edge of the roadway, and stop until the emergency vehicle passes.

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When making a right turn, what should you avoid?

Slowing before the turn

Signaling before the turn

Checking for pedestrians

Swinging wide into another lane

Drivers should not swing wide into another lane when making a right turn.

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Fines & Point System

Learn how the Mississippi point system works, what violations cost, and how to avoid losing your license due to accumulated points.

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Fines & Points Systems Texas

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Under ALR law, what can happen if a person refuses to submit to a breath or blood test?

The license may be suspended

The person receives no penalty

The license becomes permanent

The vehicle inspection is cancelled

DPS may suspend the license or driving privilege of a person who refuses a breath or blood test.

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A person who purchases, furnishes, or sells alcohol to a minor may face what maximum fine?

$50

$200

$500

$4,000

The handbook states that a person who purchases, furnishes, or sells alcohol to a minor can be fined up to $4,000 and/or jailed up to one year.

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For a driver under 21, what alcohol level can trigger suspension under ALR law?

Any detectable amount of alcohol

No amount unless a crash occurs

Only 0.15 or higher

Only 0.08 or higher

For individuals under 21, any detectable amount of alcohol can trigger suspension under ALR rules.

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Which offense involving a crash can result in mandatory suspension?

Failure to stop and render aid

Calling emergency services

Exchanging insurance details

Reporting a crash

Failure to stop and render aid is listed as a mandatory suspension offense.

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DWLI with a previous conviction, no insurance, or an alcohol-related suspension may be punishable as what offense?

Class B misdemeanor

No offense

Class C misdemeanor only

Civil fine only

The handbook lists this as a Class B misdemeanor with a fine up to $2,000 and/or jail up to 180 days.

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What is the penalty for a second conviction within one year for driving without a license in Texas?

Fine of $1,000

Warning only

Fine of $25 to $200

Fine up to $25

The handbook lists a second conviction within one year as punishable by a fine of $25 to $200.

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DPS may deny renewal of a Texas driver license if the licensee fails to do what?

Use toll roads

Buy a new car

Appear in court for certain violations

Keep a paper map in the vehicle

The handbook notes DPS may deny renewal when a Texas licensee fails to appear in court for traffic violations or certain other offenses.

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A basic DWLI offense in Texas is generally punishable as what?

Class C misdemeanor with fine up to $500

Class A felony

No penalty if insurance is valid

Warning only

Driving while the license or privilege is invalid is generally a Class C misdemeanor punishable by a fine up to $500.

9 / 25

What is the maximum fine for possessing an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a motor vehicle on a public highway?

$500

$4,000

$200

$50

Possessing an open container in the passenger area is punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.

10 / 25

Driving while a license is suspended, cancelled, denied, or revoked is commonly called what?

Vehicle registration violation

Defensive driving

Driving While License Invalid

Administrative renewal

The Texas handbook refers to this offense as Driving While License Invalid, or DWLI.

11 / 25

A third non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor age 17 to under 21 may result in what license suspension period?

2 years

No suspension

180 days

30 days

For a third offense by a minor age 17 to under 21, the handbook lists a 180-day suspension or denial.

12 / 25

A second non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor may result in what license suspension period?

90 days

60 days

180 days

1 year

A second offense includes a 60-day license suspension or denial of driving privilege.

13 / 25

A first non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor may result in what license suspension period?

20 days

30 days

15 days

7 days

A first minor non-driving alcohol-related offense includes a 30-day license suspension or denial of driving privilege.

14 / 25

What reinstatement fee is required for Administrative License Revocation suspensions according to the handbook?

$125

$500

$100

$25

Administrative License Revocation suspensions require a $125 reinstatement fee.

15 / 25

Under ALR law, a driver age 21 or older may face license suspension for failing a breath or blood test at what BAC level?

0.05

0.08

0.02

0.01

ALR applies to drivers over 21 who fail a breath or blood test showing a BAC of 0.08 or more.

16 / 25

Driving without a license, without insurance, and causing a crash with serious bodily injury or death may be punished as what offense?

Class A misdemeanor

Class C misdemeanor only

Civil parking violation

Class B misdemeanor only

This offense may be a Class A misdemeanor with a fine up to $4,000 and/or jail up to 365 days.

17 / 25

What is the penalty for a first conviction of driving without a license in Texas?

Fine up to $50

Fine up to $200

Fine up to $500

Jail up to 180 days

A first conviction for driving without a license may result in a fine of up to $200.

18 / 25

DWLI while uninsured that causes serious bodily injury or death may be punishable by what maximum fine?

$4,000

$500

$2,000

$200

This Class A misdemeanor may carry a fine of up to $4,000 and/or jail up to 365 days.

19 / 25

Which offense related to a driver license can lead to mandatory suspension?

Possessing a fictitious or altered license

Updating an address

Carrying a valid license

Renewing a duplicate license

Displaying or possessing a fictitious or altered driver license or ID card is listed as a mandatory suspension offense.

20 / 25

Administrative suspension may occur for repeated violations of traffic laws. Which pattern is listed in the handbook?

One inspection reminder

Four or more convictions in 12 months

One parking ticket in 12 months

One address change

DPS may suspend a license for four or more traffic convictions in 12 months or seven or more in 24 months.

21 / 25

Which school bus-related offense can result in mandatory suspension after a subsequent conviction?

Driving through a school zone at the limit

Yielding to a school bus

Parking near a school after hours

Overtaking and passing a school bus

Overtaking and passing a school bus after a subsequent conviction is listed under mandatory suspension offenses.

22 / 25

For drivers under 18, how many traffic convictions in 12 months may lead DPS to suspend or revoke the license after a hearing?

One

Ten or more

Five or more

Two or more

DPS may suspend or revoke a minor’s license after a hearing for two or more traffic convictions within 12 months.

23 / 25

Which conviction results in mandatory suspension of a Texas driver license?

Driving below the speed limit

Driving while intoxicated

Using headlights correctly

Renewing a license early

Driving while intoxicated is listed as an offense that causes automatic suspension of driving privileges.

24 / 25

A third non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor age 17 to under 21 may be punishable by what fine range?

$25 to $100

$50 to $200

$100 to $500

$250 to $2,000

The handbook lists a Class B misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $250 to $2,000 for this offense.

25 / 25

A first non-driving alcohol-related offense by a minor is punishable by a fine of up to what amount?

$2,000

$500

$100

$250

The first offense is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $500, community service, and alcohol awareness course attendance.

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1 / 46

During Texas GDL Phase Two, when is a provisional license holder generally restricted from driving?

Between 6:00 a.m. and noon

Between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Between midnight and 5:00 a.m.

Between noon and 5:00 p.m.

Phase Two restricts driving between midnight and 5:00 a.m. unless for work, school-related activity, or medical emergency.

2 / 46

When driving near motorcycles, what should drivers remember?

Motorcycles do not need a full lane

Motorcycles can always stop instantly

Motorcycles are harder to see and need space

Motorcycles must always yield to cars

Motorcycles are smaller, harder to see, and need a full lane like other vehicles.

3 / 46

What is the safest action when following a large truck?

Follow closely to reduce wind resistance

Drive directly beside the trailer

Pass only on the right shoulder

Stay back and avoid blind spots

Drivers should stay out of truck blind spots and leave extra following distance because trucks need more space to stop.

4 / 46

What is the minimum age for a Texas learner license when driver education requirements are met?

14 years old

16 years old

15 years old

18 years old

A learner license may be issued to a person who is at least 15 years old and has completed the required classroom portion of driver education.

5 / 46

What does a triangular yield sign require drivers to do?

Always stop for 60 seconds

Slow down and yield when necessary

Ignore traffic from the right

Speed up to merge first

A yield sign means slow down and give the right-of-way when required before proceeding safely.

6 / 46

When a Texas driver license applicant does not pass the knowledge or driving exam on the first attempt, how long is the application held before a new application and fee may be required?

180 days

30 days

60 days

90 days

The handbook states that after 90 days or three failed exams, a new application and fee will be required.

7 / 46

What should drivers do to avoid distracted driving?

Keep full attention on driving

Text only at red lights

Read messages only at low speed

Hold the phone below the steering wheel

Drivers should keep attention on driving, avoid texting, and avoid activities that take eyes, hands, or mind away from the road.

8 / 46

What does a steady yellow traffic light mean?

Pedestrians only may proceed

The signal is changing to red

Stop and remain stopped until green

The lane is closed

A steady yellow signal warns that the light is changing to red and drivers should stop if they can do so safely.

9 / 46

What is the safest action when transporting cargo or materials?

Secure it properly before driving

Place it loosely in the truck bed

Hold it by hand while driving

Secure it only on highways

Cargo should be secured so it does not fall, shift, leak, or create a hazard.

10 / 46

What does a white rectangular regulatory sign usually tell drivers?

Tourist destination

Railroad crossing only

Traffic law or regulation

Road work ahead

Regulatory signs tell drivers about traffic laws or regulations that must be obeyed.

11 / 46

Before changing lanes, what should a driver do?

Signal and check traffic

Move first, then signal

Look only forward

Brake suddenly

A driver should signal, check mirrors and blind spots, and change lanes only when it is safe.

12 / 46

What is the legal BAC limit for most adult drivers in Texas?

0.12

0.08

0.05

0.02

Texas law uses 0.08 BAC or more as the legal intoxication limit for most adult drivers.

13 / 46

When entering a highway from an entrance ramp, what should you do?

Enter without signaling

Stop at the end of the ramp every time

Force traffic to move over

Match traffic speed and merge safely

Drivers entering a highway should use the acceleration lane, adjust speed, signal, and merge only when safe.

14 / 46

What does hydroplaning mean?

Tires lose contact with the road because of water

Brakes become stronger in rain

Headlights reflect from dry pavement

Steering becomes easier on wet roads

Hydroplaning happens when tires ride on water and lose contact with the road surface.

15 / 46

Why is carbon monoxide dangerous in a vehicle?

It improves engine power

It is a poisonous gas

It makes tires wear evenly

It cleans the windshield

Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that can cause illness or death and may enter the vehicle from exhaust leaks.

16 / 46

What should you do at a painted white stop line?

Stop in the intersection

Stop only if pedestrians are present

Stop past the crosswalk

Stop behind the line

Drivers must stop behind the stop line when required by a sign or signal.

17 / 46

What does a red octagon-shaped sign mean?

Stop

Yield

Railroad crossing ahead

No passing zone

The octagon shape is used exclusively for stop signs.

18 / 46

When headlights are required, what should a driver do?

Turn on headlights

Drive without lights if the road is familiar

Use parking lights only

Use hazard lights while moving

Drivers must use headlights during required times and conditions, especially when visibility is reduced.

19 / 46

What is the safest rule for driving in fog?

Slow down and use low beams

Turn off all lights

Follow closely behind another vehicle

Use high beams only

In fog, drivers should slow down, use low-beam headlights, and avoid overdriving visibility.

20 / 46

If you hit an unattended vehicle, what must you do?

Leave your information if the owner cannot be found

Leave immediately

Wait only 5 minutes

Ignore minor damage

The handbook requires stopping and locating the owner or leaving required contact information in a visible place.

21 / 46

What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?

Jump from the vehicle

Drive faster to reach help

Pump the brakes and try to stop safely

Turn off the ignition immediately

Drivers should pump the brakes, shift to a lower gear if possible, use the parking brake carefully, and look for a safe place to stop.

22 / 46

What is defensive driving?

Driving faster than traffic

Driving alertly to avoid hazards

Using the horn often

Following closely to control traffic

Defensive driving means staying alert, anticipating hazards, obeying traffic laws, and avoiding crashes caused by others’ mistakes.

23 / 46

What must a driver do when turning left across oncoming traffic?

Turn before oncoming traffic arrives

Honk and proceed

Yield to hazardous oncoming traffic

Stop only after entering the intersection

A driver turning left must yield to oncoming traffic close enough to be a hazard.

24 / 46

What does a pennant-shaped sign on the left side of the road warn of?

School zone ahead

Hospital ahead

No-passing zone ahead

Rest area ahead

A pennant-shaped sign gives advance warning of a no-passing zone.

25 / 46

At an uncontrolled intersection, who should yield if two vehicles arrive at the same time?

The driver on the right

The driver turning right

The driver on the left

The faster driver

The driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right when both arrive at about the same time.

26 / 46

What do orange signs usually indicate?

Recreation areas

County boundaries

Construction or maintenance

Motorist services

Orange signs warn drivers about construction or maintenance work areas.

27 / 46

What should a driver do when approaching a yield sign?

Slow and yield when necessary

Ignore it if no sign is painted on the road

Speed up before entering traffic

Stop only if there is a police officer

A yield sign means slow down, give the right-of-way when required, and proceed only when safe.

28 / 46

What should you do if you are involved in a crash causing injury or death?

Exchange information later only

Leave if traffic is heavy

Move the injured person without care

Stop and render aid

Drivers must stop, give aid if possible, provide information, and contact law enforcement when required.

29 / 46

What should drivers do when approaching a bicyclist on the roadway?

Give safe clearance when passing

Honk continuously until they move

Drive as close as possible

Pass immediately in any lane

Bicyclists have rights and responsibilities on the road, so drivers should allow safe space and pass only when safe.

30 / 46

What should you do when stopped by law enforcement?

Stop safely and keep hands visible

Reach suddenly for documents

Exit quickly and walk toward the officer

Drive to a more convenient city

The handbook advises stopping safely, staying in the vehicle unless directed, keeping hands visible, and following instructions.

31 / 46

For drivers under 21 in Texas, what alcohol amount can lead to penalties under zero tolerance rules?

Any detectable amount

Only 0.05 or higher

Only 0.08 or higher

Only if a crash happens

Texas zero tolerance rules apply to minors with any detectable amount of alcohol.

32 / 46

What should a driver do when approaching a flooded road?

Turn around and find another route

Stop in the water and wait

Drive through quickly

Follow a large truck through

Drivers should not drive through flooded roads because water may be deeper than it appears and can sweep vehicles away.

33 / 46

What must a licensed driver supervising a learner license holder do?

Use a phone instead of watching traffic

Sleep while the learner drives

Sit in the back seat

Sit beside the learner and remain alert

The supervising driver must be at least 21, have at least one year of driving experience, sit beside the driver, and remain able to observe and respond.

34 / 46

What should you do if you approach an intersection and the traffic signal is not working?

Follow only the vehicle ahead

Drive through without stopping

Ignore it if the road is clear

Treat it as a stop sign

A nonworking traffic signal should be treated like a stop sign unless directed otherwise by a police officer.

35 / 46

What is the purpose of safety belts?

To replace airbags

To make the vehicle faster

To prevent all traffic tickets

To reduce injury risk in a crash

Safety belts help keep occupants properly positioned and reduce injury or death in a crash.

36 / 46

What is the safest action if you miss your intended turn?

Stop in the lane

Back up immediately

Turn from any lane

Continue and turn safely later

Drivers should continue forward and make a safe, legal turn later instead of stopping suddenly or backing up.

37 / 46

What should a driver do when blinded by headlights from an oncoming vehicle?

Look directly at the headlights

Turn on interior lights

Stop in the lane immediately

Look toward the right edge of the road

Drivers should avoid looking directly into headlights and look toward the right edge of the road while slowing if needed.

38 / 46

What is the correct response if your vehicle runs off the pavement?

Stop in the travel lane

Slow down and return safely

Brake hard and steer sharply

Accelerate back immediately

A driver should not jerk the wheel; slow down, keep control, and return to the pavement when safe.

39 / 46

What is the safest way to drive through a roundabout?

Stop inside the roundabout

Enter without checking traffic

Slow down and yield to traffic already inside

Change lanes suddenly before exiting

Drivers should slow down, yield to traffic already in the roundabout, follow lane signs, and exit carefully.

40 / 46

What should you do before opening a vehicle door on the traffic side?

Open it halfway and wait

Open it immediately

Check for traffic and bicyclists

Honk before opening

Drivers and passengers should check for traffic, bicyclists, and pedestrians before opening a door.

41 / 46

When may a driver pass another vehicle on the left?

Whenever the driver wants

When it is safe and legal

On hills with limited visibility

In a no-passing zone

Passing is allowed only when the left lane is clear, the maneuver can be completed safely, and no sign or marking prohibits it.

42 / 46

When backing a vehicle during the Texas driving exam, what should the driver do?

Use only the horn

Back slowly while observing carefully

Back quickly to finish sooner

Keep both eyes forward only

The handbook says to back slowly and smoothly, looking back at all times or using the back-up camera and mirrors as allowed.

43 / 46

When must drivers stop for a school bus with flashing red lights on an undivided road?

Only if children are visible

Only when behind the bus

Only inside school parking lots

When approaching from either direction

Drivers approaching from either direction must stop when a school bus displays flashing red lights on an undivided roadway.

44 / 46

What should you do if involved in a crash that damages an unattended vehicle?

Stop and leave required information if the owner cannot be found

Wait only if someone saw the crash

Leave immediately if damage is minor

Report it only during inspection

The driver must stop, locate the owner if possible, or leave required contact information in a visible place.

45 / 46

What does a solid yellow line on your side of the center line mean?

Passing is required

No passing from your side

The lane is ending

Parking is allowed

A solid yellow line on your side means passing is not allowed from your side of the roadway.

46 / 46

What must drivers do when an emergency vehicle approaches with lights or siren activated?

Continue at the posted speed

Stop in the center lane

Follow the emergency vehicle

Pull right and stop

Drivers must yield, move to the right edge of the roadway, and stop until the emergency vehicle has passed.

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