Texas DMV Practice Test 2026

Practice Questions

12 free Texas DMV practice questions

Real Texas-specific questions sourced from the official Texas Driver Handbook. Read each one, pick your answer, then check the explanation.

1. Question 1 · General Rules

   Before switching on the ignition, you should make sure that:

   • AAll vehicle occupants, including yourself, have fastened their seat belts.✓ Correct
   • BOnly adult passengers have fastened their seat belts.
   • COnly child passengers have fastened their seat belts.

   Why: Before starting the vehicle, buckle your safety belt and make sure all passengers do the same. Texas seat-belt law applies to every occupant regardless of seat position.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 7 · Safety Belts

2. Question 2 · Highway Driving

   When changing lanes on a highway, you should:

   • AChange lanes quickly to minimize the time in the other lane.
   • BSignal your intentions, check mirrors, and check your blind spot over your shoulder.✓ Correct
   • COnly signal if other vehicles are present.

   Why: Before changing lanes, signal well in advance, check your rearview and side mirrors, then glance over your shoulder to check the blind spot before moving.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 58 · Changing Lanes

3. Question 3 · Weather & Visibility

   Night driving is more hazardous than daytime driving primarily because:

   • ATraffic laws are different after dark.
   • BTires have less traction at night.
   • CVisibility is significantly reduced in the dark.✓ Correct

   Why: Night driving is more dangerous due to reduced visibility. Use appropriate headlights and drive slowly enough to stop within the distance you can see ahead.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 83 · Night Driving

4. Question 4 · Traffic Signs & Signals

   A yellow diamond-shaped sign on a Texas road typically means:

   • AWarning of a hazard or condition ahead — slow down and proceed with caution.✓ Correct
   • BMandatory speed limit ahead — no slowing required.
   • CConstruction zone has ended.

   Why: Diamond-shaped yellow signs are warning signs. They alert drivers to upcoming hazards or changes in road conditions and require reduced speed and increased attention.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 28 · Warning Signs

5. Question 5 · Turns & Intersections

   At an uncontrolled intersection, you and another vehicle arrive at the same time. You should:

   • AHonk your horn and proceed through the intersection.
   • BYield to the vehicle on your right.✓ Correct
   • CSpeed up to clear the intersection before the other vehicle.

   Why: When two vehicles arrive simultaneously at an uncontrolled intersection, the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 55 · Right-of-Way

6. Question 6 · Pedestrian Laws

   When driving near a blind pedestrian carrying a white cane or using a guide dog, you should:

   • AProceed at normal speed since the pedestrian is guided by the dog.
   • BHonk your horn to alert them of your presence.
   • CSlow down, yield the right-of-way, and be prepared to stop.✓ Correct

   Why: Always yield to a blind pedestrian using a white cane or guide dog. Slow down and be ready to stop to prevent injury or danger.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 56 · Pedestrians

7. Question 7 · Accidents & Emergencies

   Common causes of traffic crashes include:

   • AInattentive driving, excessive speed, and following too closely.✓ Correct
   • BProperly maintained vehicles and experienced drivers.
   • CUsing turn signals and checking mirrors.

   Why: The most common causes of crashes include inattentiveness, driving too fast for conditions, and following other vehicles too closely.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 75 · Crash Prevention

8. Question 8 · Speed Limits

   What factor is most important when determining the appropriate safe speed to drive?

   • AYour experience level as a driver.
   • BThe posted speed limit is always the safest speed to drive.
   • CRoad conditions, weather, visibility, and traffic — not just the posted limit.✓ Correct

   Why: The posted speed limit is the maximum under ideal conditions. In rain, fog, or heavy traffic, you must reduce speed below the limit to drive safely.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 58 · Speed

9. Question 9 · Lane Changes & Passing

   In Texas, when is it legal to pass another vehicle on the right?

   • AWhenever you wish, as long as you signal.
   • BWhen the driver ahead is making or waiting to turn left and there is a clear paved lane to pass safely.✓ Correct
   • COnly on divided highways with two or more lanes going the same direction.

   Why: Passing on the right is allowed when the driver ahead is turning left and there is a clear paved lane to the right. Never pass on the shoulder.

   Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 61 · Passing

10. Question 10 · Right of Way

    At a four-way stop where all vehicles arrive simultaneously, who has the right-of-way?

    • AThe driver on the right — each driver yields to the vehicle on their right.✓ Correct
    • BThe driver traveling at the highest speed.
    • CThe driver who is in the largest vehicle.

    Why: At a four-way stop when vehicles arrive at the same time, the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 55 · Four-Way Stops

11. Question 11 · Parking Rules

    When parallel parking, your wheels must be no more than how far from the curb?

    • A24 inches
    • B18 inches✓ Correct
    • C12 inches

    Why: Texas law requires that when parking parallel, your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 1 · General Driving

12. Question 12 · DUI Laws

    How long must you wait between drinking alcohol and driving to be safe in Texas?

    • AAt least one hour per drink consumed.
    • BAt least two hours after your last drink.
    • CThe safest approach is not to drive after drinking any amount of alcohol.✓ Correct

    Why: There is no guaranteed safe time frame for every person — body weight, food intake, and tolerance all matter. The safest choice is not to drive after drinking any amount of alcohol.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, page 1 · Alcohol Awareness

How to get your Texas driver's license

The knowledge test is one step in Texas's licensing process. Here's how the path typically works for a new driver.

1. 1

   Check the age and eligibility requirements

   Eligibility in Texas: 15 with driver's education enrollment for an instruction permit, 16 for a provisional license. Have your proof of identity, residency, and any required parental consent ready.

2. 2

   Study the official handbook

   Read the Official Texas Driver Handbook (dps.texas.gov) and practice with DMV Ace until you're consistently scoring above 70%.

3. 3

   Pass the knowledge test

   The Texas written test has 30 questions, and you need 21 correct (70%) to pass. You have 90 minutes. Permit/licensing fee: $16.

4. 4

   Build supervised driving experience

   Hold your permit for the period Texas requires and log supervised driving hours with a licensed adult before you schedule the road test.

5. 5

   Pass the road test and get licensed

   After you pass the behind-the-wheel road test, Texas issues your driver's license — often an intermediate/provisional license first for younger drivers.

Steps are a general guide — always confirm the current process with your local Texas DMV office.

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