Take TX Driving Instructor Practice Questions - Texas Driver Education Instructor License Exam

QUESTION 1 / 25

What state agency regulates and licenses driver education instructors in Texas?

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ATexas Department of Public Safety (DPS)✓BTexas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)✓CTexas Education Agency (TEA)✓DTexas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV)✓

QUESTION 2 / 25

What is the non-refundable application fee for a new Texas driver education instructor license?

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A$$25✓B$$50✓C$$100✓D$$150✓

QUESTION 3 / 25

How long must a Texas driver education instructor applicant have held a valid Texas driver license?

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AAt least 1 year✓BAt least 2 years✓CAt least 3 years✓DAt least 5 years✓

QUESTION 4 / 25

What type of background check is required for Texas driver education instructor applicants?

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AA self-reported criminal history form only✓BA fingerprint-based criminal background check through the Texas Department of Public Safety via IdentoGo✓CA standard employment background check✓DNo background check is required✓

QUESTION 5 / 25

How long is a Texas driver education instructor license valid?

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A6 months✓B1 year✓C2 years✓D5 years✓

QUESTION 6 / 25

Under Texas law, what types of driver license classes qualify an applicant for a driver education instructor license?

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AOnly Class C✓BOnly CDL✓CClass A, B, C, or CDL✓DAny valid Texas license including learner permits✓

QUESTION 7 / 25

What authority does a Texas driver education instructor license grant upon issuance?

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AOnly classroom instruction✓BOnly behind-the-wheel instruction✓CBoth classroom and in-car instruction at licensed provider facilities, but not commercial truck-driving education✓DAll types of driving instruction including commercial vehicles✓

QUESTION 8 / 25

What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a Texas driver education instructor license?

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A18 years old✓B21 years old✓CNo specific age, but must have 3 years of driving experience✓D25 years old✓

QUESTION 9 / 25

Under Texas Education Code Chapter 1001, what does TDLR regulate regarding driver education?

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AOnly driving school facilities✓BDriver education providers, defensive driving schools, driver education instructors, and the parent-taught driver education program✓COnly commercial vehicle training✓DOnly teen driver education programs✓

QUESTION 10 / 25

What happens if a Texas driver education instructor's license is suspended or revoked during the three years prior to a new application?

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AThey can still apply with a letter of explanation✓BThey do not meet the eligibility requirement and cannot apply✓CThey can apply with a higher fee✓DA probationary license can be issued✓

QUESTION 11 / 25

What is the default speed limit on Texas highways outside urban districts?

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A55 mph✓B60 mph✓C65 mph✓D70 mph✓

QUESTION 12 / 25

Under Texas Transportation Code, what is the speed limit in a school zone when the flashing beacon is activated?

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A15 mph✓B20 mph✓C25 mph✓D30 mph✓

QUESTION 13 / 25

What is the legal BAC limit for drivers 21 and over in Texas?

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A0.05%✓B0.08%✓C0.10%✓D0.15%✓

QUESTION 14 / 25

Under Texas's zero-tolerance law, what BAC level triggers penalties for drivers under 21?

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A0.08%✓B0.05%✓C0.02%✓DAny detectable amount✓

QUESTION 15 / 25

What are the required content areas in the Texas driver education curriculum as mandated by TDLR?

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AOnly traffic laws and road signs✓BAlcohol and drug awareness, traffic laws, motorcycle awareness, railroad safety, human trafficking prevention, driving distractions, and child passenger safety, among others✓COnly behind-the-wheel skills✓DOnly vehicle maintenance and repair✓

QUESTION 16 / 25

How many hours of classroom instruction does the Texas teen driver education course require?

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A12 hours✓B24 hours✓C32 hours✓D44 hours✓

QUESTION 17 / 25

Under Texas Transportation Code Section 545.060, what is the law regarding following distance?

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AMaintain exactly 2 car lengths at all times✓BA driver shall follow at a distance that is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the speed and traffic conditions✓CThere is no following distance law in Texas✓DDrivers must maintain a 4-second following distance at all times✓

QUESTION 18 / 25

What is Texas's Move Over/Slow Down law, and what vehicles does it cover?

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AIt only applies to police vehicles✓BDrivers must move over or slow to 20 mph below the posted speed when approaching stopped emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and TxDOT vehicles with activated flashing lights✓CIt only applies on interstate highways✓DThere is no Move Over law in Texas✓

QUESTION 19 / 25

What does the Texas graduated driver licensing (GDL) program require for teen drivers under 18?

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ANo restrictions apply to Texas teen drivers✓BCompletion of an approved driver education course, supervised driving practice, nighttime and passenger restrictions during the first year✓COnly a written test is required✓DTeens can drive independently at 15 with parental consent✓

QUESTION 20 / 25

Under Texas law, at what age can a minor obtain a learner permit (instructional permit)?

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A14 years old✓B15 years old✓C16 years old✓D17 years old✓

QUESTION 21 / 25

What is the Texas texting-while-driving law, and when did it become a primary enforcement offense?

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ATexting while driving is legal in Texas✓BTexas bans texting while driving for all drivers statewide; it is a primary enforcement offense, meaning officers can stop drivers solely for this violation✓CTexting is only banned for drivers under 18✓DTexting is only banned in school zones✓

QUESTION 22 / 25

What is the correct technique for teaching a student to navigate Texas frontage roads (service roads)?

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AFrontage roads are the same as regular city streets with no special instruction needed✓BTeach students about frontage road right-of-way rules, turnaround lanes, entrance/exit ramp interactions, and the unique Texas traffic patterns on service roads✓CAvoid frontage roads entirely during lessons✓DFrontage roads do not exist in Texas✓

QUESTION 23 / 25

Under Texas law, what must a driver do when approaching a school bus with alternating flashing red lights?

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ASlow down and pass carefully✓BStop and remain stopped until the bus resumes motion, the driver signals to proceed, or the lights stop flashing✓CStop only if traveling in the same direction✓DReduce speed to 20 mph and proceed with caution✓

QUESTION 24 / 25

What is the maximum fine for passing a stopped school bus in Texas?

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A$$500 for first offense✓B$$1,250 for first offense✓C$$2,000 for first offense✓D$$5,000 for first offense✓

QUESTION 25 / 25

What is the minimum liability insurance coverage required in Texas?

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A15/30/5✓B20/40/15✓C25/50/25✓D30/60/25✓