Texas Permit Practice Test: Safe Driving (2026)

Question 1 of 16

Which children must ride in a child safety seat in Texas?

1. Children under 8, unless they are taller than 4'9"
2. Only children under 2
3. Children under 12 in the front seat only

Question 2 of 16

Who must wear a safety belt in a passenger vehicle in Texas?

1. Only front-seat occupants
2. The driver and every passenger, of any age
3. Only passengers under 17

Question 3 of 16

How much greater is your chance of being killed if you are thrown from your car?

1. Twice as great
2. It is the same
3. Five times greater

Question 4 of 16

A 15-year-old passenger rides without a safety belt. Who can be fined?

1. The driver
2. Only the passenger's parents
3. No one

Question 5 of 16

May a 16-year-old ride in the open bed of a pickup on a public road?

1. Yes, if they sit down
2. No, it is an offense for the driver, except in specific cases like parades or emergencies
3. Yes, on roads under 45 mph

Question 6 of 16

You are stopped by a police officer. What should you do with your hands?

1. Look for your documents right away
2. Get out and walk to the officer
3. Keep them in sight on top of the steering wheel

Question 7 of 16

You are pulled over at night. What should you turn on?

1. The interior dome light
2. Your high beams
3. The radio

Question 8 of 16

You doubt that the car signaling you to stop is a real police vehicle. What may you do?

1. Speed away
2. Turn on your hazard lights, drive slowly and call 9-1-1 to verify, or drive to a well-lit, populated place
3. Ignore it until you get home

Question 9 of 16

What does signing a traffic citation mean?

1. That you admit guilt
2. That you give up your right to a trial
3. Your promise to pay the fine or contact the court, not an admission of guilt

Question 10 of 16

To fight highway hypnosis on a long trip, how often should you stop?

1. At least every two hours or 100 miles
2. Every six hours
3. Only when you feel sleepy

Question 11 of 16

What is the most you should drive in one day, according to the handbook?

1. Twelve hours
2. Eight hours
3. Sixteen hours

Question 12 of 16

When should you never wear sunglasses while driving?

1. On bright days
2. On snowy days
3. At night

Question 13 of 16

What happens to crashes when distracted drivers react just half a second slower?

1. Crashes double
2. Nothing changes
3. Crashes drop slightly

Question 14 of 16

Is it legal to read or send text messages while driving in Texas?

1. Yes, at a red light
2. No, it is against the law
3. Yes, if you are over 18

Question 15 of 16

How should you use your horn to avoid road rage?

1. Hold it down until the other driver moves
2. Never use it
3. Tap it; do not hold it down

Question 16 of 16

What does a defensive driver do?

1. Stays alert, looks for trouble spots and has a plan of action
2. Drives faster to stay ahead of traffic
3. Assumes other drivers will always follow the rules