Texas DPS Knowledge Practice Test: 30 Free Questions

1. If an adult is convicted for DWI for the third or subsequent time, they can be charged a fine of up to:

1. a) $5,000.
2. b) $10,000.
3. c) $4,000.
4. d) $2,000.

2. All factors influence the effect of alcohol on an individual EXCEPT

1. a) Amount of drug taken.
2. b) Time the drug was taken.
3. c) Body height.
4. d) Combination of alcohol with other drugs.

3. In a crash, it is necessary to notify the law enforcement agency:

1. a) Always.
2. b) If the driver leaves the scene of a crash.
3. c) If the driver is disabled.
4. d) If the driver is a minor.

4. If you are involved in a crash that results in damage to a property, you should immediately:

1. a) Continue driving to avoid confrontation.
2. b) Locate the owner of the property or leave a written notice.
3. c) Locate the owner and call for law enforcement.
4. d) Call law enforcement and report the incident.

5. Pedestrians should get in and out of cars:

1. a) On the curb side.
2. b) On the road side.
3. c) On the driver's side.
4. d) Anywhere on the road.

6. When approaching a stop sign or red lights, a bicyclist should:

1. a) Ignore it and proceed without stopping.
2. b) Slow down, but not necessarily stop.
3. c) Always obey and come to a complete stop.
4. d) Speed up to get through quickly.

7. A primary benefit of safety belts in terms of control during a car crash is that:

1. a) They provide better steering control.
2. b) They keep you in better control of your car.
3. c) They make the car more difficult to handle.
4. d) They make the car go faster.

8. What is the minimum amount of liability insurance required against injury or death of one person?

1. a) $30,000.
2. b) $50,000.
3. c) $40,000.
4. d) $20,000.

9. Drivers must give the right-of-way to pedestrians:

1. a) Never.
2. b) At an uncontrolled intersection.
3. c) Always.
4. d) Only on highways.

10. When turning left:

1. a) You should speed up and cross the intersection.
2. b) You should demand the approaching traffic to yield you the right-of-way.
3. c) Yield the right-of-way to any vehicle coming straight through from the other direction.
4. d) You should flash lights and cross the intersection.

11. How far from the nearest rail should they stop?

1. a) Stop within 15 feet to 50 feet of the nearest rail when directed by a flag person.
2. b) Stop within 5 feet of the nearest rail.
3. c) Only stop when there is a train visible.
4. d) Always stop within 10 feet of the nearest rail.

12. This white line on the pavement indicates:

1. a) School zone.
2. b) Stop line.
3. c) Parking space.
4. d) Crosswalk.

13. A solid white line on the pavement means:

1. a) You may cross.
2. b) You may not cross unless you are driving faster than the traffic.
3. c) You may cross while making turns.
4. d) You should not cross.

14. This sign indicates:

1. a) Obstruction on the right. Drive on the left side of the hazard.
2. b) Obstruction in the center. Drive on the left or right side of the hazard.
3. c) Obstruction on the left. Drive on the right side of the hazard.
4. d) Dead end ahead.

15. These flashing arrows tells you:

1. a) To move or merge to left lane.
2. b) Road work ahead.
3. c) A flag person ahead.
4. d) To move or merge to right lane.

16. If you are against red traffic light and want to go straight, you should:

1. a) Honk to alert other drivers.
2. b) Turn left without stopping.
3. c) Speed up and proceed cautiously.
4. d) Come to a complete stop.

17. This sign indicates:

1. a) Winding road ahead.
2. b) Curve ahead.
3. c) Slippery when wet.
4. d) Sharp turn ahead.

18. When are these used?

1. a) Mounted in front of temporary obstruction.
2. b) Mounted in school zones.
3. c) Mounted in front of an obstruction, close to the edge of the road.
4. d) Mounted in front of dangerous sidewalks.

19. When are these used?

1. a) Mounted in front of dangerous sidewalks.
2. b) Mounted in front of temporary obstruction.
3. c) Mounted immediately in front of an obstruction.
4. d) Mounted in school zones.

20. When you approach a flashing yellow light at an intersection, you should:

1. a) Slow down and proceed with caution.
2. b) Come to a complete stop.
3. c) Proceed at the same speed.
4. d) Proceed at increased speed.

21. This sign indicates:

1. a) Obstruction ahead.
2. b) Low clearance.
3. c) Narrow bridge or underpass ahead.
4. d) Shoulder drop off.

22. A flashing yellow arrow means:

1. a) Stop and wait until a green light or green arrow appears.
2. b) It is a protected turn.
3. c) You can turn but yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic.
4. d) Come to a complete stop.

23. This sign indicates:

1. a) Suggested maximum speed you should travel.
2. b) Minimum speed you are permitted to travel.
3. c) Maximum speed you are permitted to travel.
4. d) Suggested minimum speed you should travel.

24. This sign means:

1. a) Keep to left of the divider.
2. b) There is a passing lane ahead.
3. c) Keep right unless passing.
4. d) Keep to right of the divider.

25. This sign indicates:

1. a) Intercity guide signs in Texas.
2. b) Signs indicating distance.
3. c) Signs indicating directions.
4. d) Interstate guide signs in Texas.

26. While pulling away from a curb, you should signal your intentions:

1. a) Always.
2. b) Only if there are other vehicles on the highway.
3. c) Only on weekends.
4. d) Only during rush hours.

27. The prohibited distance for parking or allowing a vehicle to stand idling near a fire hydrant is within:

1. a) 25 feet.
2. b) 10 feet.
3. c) 15 feet.
4. d) 20 feet.

28. During good conditions, at speeds above 30 mph, the safe gap is:

1. a) 3 seconds.
2. b) 4 seconds.
3. c) 2 seconds.
4. d) 1 second.

29. The purpose of tractor-trailers staying in the center lane on multi-lane highways is to:

1. a) Impede the flow of local traffic.
2. b) Make it difficult for other vehicles to merge.
3. c) Help the flow of local traffic.
4. d) Avoid using turn signals.

30. Can you share the lane with a motorcycle?

1. a) Never, allow the motorcycle a full lane.
2. b) Sometimes.
3. c) Not on highways.
4. d) Yes, as long as it is safe.