Try again Read the Texas guide Question 1 of 20 After receiving your Texas learner's permit, you must hold it for at least: A No minimum hold period B 30 days C 90 days D 6 months Explanation. Texas requires you to hold your learner's permit for at least 6 months before becoming eligible for the road test. Question 2 of 20 When you see a school bus with yellow lights flashing, you should: A Stop immediately B Slow down and prepare to stop C Speed up to pass it before it stops D Ignore the lights — they are advisory only Explanation. Yellow flashing lights mean the bus is preparing to stop. Slow down and be ready to stop when the lights turn red. Question 3 of 20 A blind pedestrian carrying a white cane has stepped into the crosswalk. You must: A Honk to alert them you are coming B Stop and wait until they have completely crossed C Drive slowly around them D Continue if you have the right of way Explanation. Pedestrians with white canes or guide dogs always have the right of way, regardless of where they are crossing. Stop and wait. Question 4 of 20 A pennant-shaped sign on the LEFT side of the road tells you: A You are entering a no-passing zone B A construction zone is ending C The road is about to curve sharply D A school zone is ahead Explanation. The yellow pennant is the "No Passing Zone" sign. It is the only sign posted on the left side of the road. Question 5 of 20 What should you do if your accelerator gets stuck while driving? A Turn off the engine immediately B Shift into neutral and brake to stop C Pump the brake and steer onto the shoulder D Turn the steering wheel sharply Explanation. Shift to neutral first — the engine can rev safely while disengaged from the wheels — then brake to stop. Turning off the engine disables power steering. Question 6 of 20 If your vehicle's right wheels drift off the pavement, you should: A Steer sharply back onto the pavement immediately B Brake hard to slow down C Hold the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and steer back gently when speeds match D Accelerate to climb back onto the pavement Explanation. Sharp steering at speed causes rollover. Slow down gradually, then ease back onto the pavement when the speed differential is small. Question 7 of 20 A downward-pointing equilateral triangle with a red border means: A Stop B Yield C Do not enter D No passing zone Explanation. A downward-pointing triangle is used only for the YIELD sign. Slow down and let cross-traffic and pedestrians clear before proceeding. Question 8 of 20 A safe following distance increases when: A The road is dry and clear B You are following a motorcycle C You are towing a trailer D Both B and C Explanation. Increase following distance when following a motorcycle, towing a trailer, driving in rain or snow, or in heavy traffic. Question 9 of 20 When two vehicles meet on a steep mountain road and only one can pass: A The vehicle going downhill must back up B The vehicle going uphill must back up C The smaller vehicle must back up D The faster vehicle has the right of way Explanation. The vehicle going downhill must back up because it is easier to control a vehicle backing uphill than backing down a steep grade. Question 10 of 20 In most US states, the unposted speed limit in a residential or business district is: A 15 mph B 20 mph C 25 mph D 35 mph Explanation. 25 mph is the standard default residential and business district speed limit in nearly every US state when no sign is posted. Question 11 of 20 When passing through a work zone, you should: A Maintain normal speed if no workers are visible B Reduce speed and watch for workers and shifted lanes C Use the shoulder to bypass the construction D Honk to alert workers Explanation. Work-zone speed limits are regulatory and enforceable. Many states double fines for speeding in work zones, even when workers are not visible. Question 12 of 20 A driver convicted of a first-offense DUI in most states will face: A Only a fine B License suspension, fines, and possible jail time C A warning and traffic school D Loss of license for life Explanation. First-offense DUI penalties typically include 90-day to 1-year suspension, fines of $500–$2,500, alcohol education, and possible jail time. Question 13 of 20 You are at an intersection waiting to make a left turn on a green light. You must: A Make the turn quickly to beat oncoming traffic B Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then turn when safe C Wait until the light turns red D Honk to warn other drivers Explanation. A green ball (no arrow) means you may turn left only after yielding to oncoming traffic and pedestrians in the crosswalk. Question 14 of 20 What does a fluorescent yellow-green pentagon-shaped sign indicate? A Construction zone B School zone or crossing C Recreation area D No passing zone Explanation. Fluorescent yellow-green pentagons are used exclusively for school zones, school crossings, and pedestrian/bicycle warnings. Question 15 of 20 The "two-second rule" or "three-second rule" measures: A Reaction time only B Following distance C Maximum speed D Time to brake Explanation. Both rules measure following distance — the time gap between you and the vehicle ahead. Three seconds is the modern recommendation. Question 16 of 20 What does a flashing yellow traffic signal mean? A Stop completely before the intersection B Slow down and proceed with caution C The light is broken — proceed normally D Yield only to pedestrians Explanation. A flashing yellow signal warns you that an intersection requires extra care. Slow down and watch for cross-traffic. Question 17 of 20 Hydroplaning occurs when: A Your tires lose grip on a wet road and ride on top of water B Brake fluid leaks from your wheels C Your engine overheats in the rain D You drive too slowly through a puddle Explanation. Hydroplaning is when tires skim on top of standing water. Ease off the gas and do not brake suddenly — let the car slow until tires regain contact. Question 18 of 20 The proper way to make a right turn is: A Swing wide to the left first B Stay close to the right edge throughout the turn C Cross the centerline as you turn D Use the bicycle lane to start the turn Explanation. Approach and complete a right turn from as close to the right edge as possible to avoid cutting off bicyclists or pedestrians. Question 19 of 20 In a school zone, you should drive: A At the posted speed limit B At the lower of the school-zone limit or what conditions allow C No faster than 35 mph D Only as fast as the car ahead of you Explanation. School zones have posted speed limits (usually 15-25 mph during posted hours). You must obey them and drive even slower if conditions warrant. Question 20 of 20 Green background signs with white letters typically indicate: A Mandatory stop signs B Direction, distance, and exit information C Recreation areas D School zones Explanation. Green signs provide guidance: street names, exit numbers, mile markers, and distances to towns. Grade my test Your answers stay on your device — nothing is saved or sent.
