Texas practice test 2: Questions and answers

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This warning sign shows a cow silhouette, indicating livestock may enter or cross the roadway ahead.

💡 Remember: A cow on a yellow diamond means watch for cattle near the road.

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Sharrows show that bicycles and motor vehicles use the same lane; drivers must watch for and safely share space with cyclists.

💡 Remember: a bicycle symbol in a regular traffic lane means “share the road.”

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A school zone is identified by the yellow pentagon sign showing two children crossing.

💡 Remember: two children in a pentagon means “school ahead.”

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The arrows show the permitted movements: left or straight ahead.

💡 Remember: A black arrow indicates where you may travel.

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The orange sign states “DETOUR 1000 FT,” warning that traffic will be redirected in 1,000 feet. 💡 Remember: “Detour” means a different route.

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The U-shaped arrow and “ONLY” indicate that vehicles in this lane are required to turn around.

💡 Remember: a U-shaped arrow means “U-turn only.”

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This sign shows opposing arrows, meaning traffic travels in both directions.

💡 Remember: Two arrows pointing opposite ways = two-way traffic.

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💡 Pavement Markings Pavement markings help you just like signs and signals. They are used to warn and direct drivers and to regulate traffic. ◆ Two-Lane Rural Road with Two-Way Traffic Keep to the right of the yellow center line. You may cross a broken line when passing another vehicle or when the right half of the road is closed. Do not cross the line if it is not safe or it is a solid yellow line. ◆ Three Lane One-Way Roads When each lane on a one way road is marked with a broken white line, you may drive in any lane. When turning from a one-way road, make sure you move into the lane closest to the turn you are going to make well in advance of your turn. ◆ Left Turn Lane Only The only time a vehicle should enter the center lane is at a point where the vehicle will have time to slow down or stop in order to make a safe left turn maneuver. ◆ Multi-lane Highway (Four or More Lanes) Do not cross the double yellow line to pass. Stay in your lane as much as possible. If you are driving slower, keep in the right-hand lane. ◆ Solid and Broken Lines A solid yellow line on your side of the road marks a "no-passing zone." Broken or dashed lines permit you to pass or change lanes, if safe. ◆ White Stop Lines White stop lines are painted across the pavement lanes at traffic signs or signals. Where these lines are present, you are required to stop behind the stop line. ◆ Solid Lines Solid white lines are used for pavement edge lines, shoulder markings, channelizing, transitions, and lane use control. Crossing a solid white line should be avoided if possible. The solid yellow line on the left edge of the road is a guide for drivers to indicate driving to the left of the yellow line is prohibited. This type of yellow line can be found on interstate highways.

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This guide sign marks the route or direction to an airport.

💡 Remember: An airplane symbol points drivers toward airport facilities.

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Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless poison in vehicle exhaust. Breathing it can impair alertness, cause illness, or be fatal.

💡 Remember: **CO comes from the car’s exhaust and can quietly “check out” your consciousness.**

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This warning sign shows a person holding a flag, indicating traffic may be controlled ahead.

💡 Remember: a raised flag means someone may be directing traffic.

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The illuminated red hand is a pedestrian control signal that tells pedestrians to wait and not enter the crosswalk.

💡 Remember: a red hand means “stop walking.”

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The red circle and diagonal slash over the right-turn arrow prohibit that movement.

💡 Remember: a red slash across an arrow means “do not go that way.”

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The double yellow lines with a center gap designate a shared center lane for left turns from either direction.

💡 Remember: Yellow marks the center; a shared center lane is for turning left.

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The number identifies the specific exit, helping drivers locate it on maps and along the highway.

💡 Remember: The number above “EXIT” labels which exit it is.