Texas DPS Knowledge Test: 2026 Guide

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.