Free Texas DMV Practice Test 2026 (TX)

Question 1

What is the difference between Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) according to Texas law?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

Age of the driver.

Answer

Penalties.

Answer

Alcohol concentration in breath.

Question 2

In what circumstances should you never try to pass a vehicle in front of you?

Accepted Answer

Both are correct.

Answer

In a 'No Passing' zone.

Answer

Driving off the paved part of the road to pass.

Answer

None is correct.

Question 3

What can happen if you are 17 or older and are caught driving intoxicated with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

A fine up to $2,000.

Answer

3-180 days in jail.

Answer

Driver’s license suspension for 90 days to 1 year.

Question 4

What is the penalty for a third conviction of driving while intoxicated?

Accepted Answer

Fine up to $10,000 and 2-10 years in jail.

Answer

Fine up to $2,000 and 3-180 days in jail.

Answer

Fine up to $4,000 and 1-12 months in jail.

Answer

Fine up to $4,000 and 3-180 days in jail.

Question 5

What is the speed limit for passenger vehicles on Texas state or U.S.-numbered highways outside urban districts?

Accepted Answer

70 mph during the day and 70 mph at night.

Answer

65 mph during the day, 70 mph at night.

Answer

55 mph during the day, 35 mph at night.

Answer

70 mph during the day, 55 mph at night.

Question 6

If a child runs into the road 45 to 50 feet in front of your vehicle, what is the maximum speed at which you could stop with good brakes without hitting the child?

Accepted Answer

30 mph

Answer

15 mph

Answer

20 mph

Answer

40 mph

Question 7

What should you do when entering a street from an alley or private driveway?

Accepted Answer

Yield to all pedestrians and approaching vehicles.

Answer

Merge into the road without stopping.

Answer

Yield only to approaching vehicles.

Answer

Yield only to pedestrians.

Question 8

In which agency and within what time frame must you report a change of address for driver’s license purposes?

Accepted Answer

The driver’s license office within 30 days of the change.

Answer

The driver’s license office within 10 days of the change.

Answer

The nearest police office within 10 days of the change.

Answer

The nearest police office within 30 days of the change.

Question 9

What are the effects of marijuana and amphetamines on driving?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

Impaired concentration.

Answer

Impaired judgment.

Answer

Loss of coordination.

Question 10

How close can you legally park a vehicle to a fire hydrant?

Accepted Answer

You cannot park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.

Answer

You cannot park within 10 feet of a fire hydrant.

Answer

You cannot park within 5 feet of a fire hydrant.

Answer

You cannot park within 25 feet of a fire hydrant.

Question 11

What is the maximum distance an object can extend beyond the left fender of your vehicle?

Accepted Answer

3 inches

Answer

5 inches

Answer

10 inches

Answer

4 inches

Question 12

What is the penalty for a second conviction of driving while intoxicated?

Accepted Answer

Fine up to $4,000 and 1-12 months in jail.

Answer

Fine up to $2,000 and 3-180 days in jail.

Answer

Fine up to $10,000 and 2-10 years in jail.

Answer

Fine up to $4,000 and 3-180 days in jail.

Question 13

When a driver is waiting to make a left turn, what steps should be taken when the green light comes on?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

Turn on the left turn signal before entering the intersection.

Answer

Wait for oncoming traffic.

Answer

Make the left turn only when it is safe.

Question 14

What regulations must a cyclist observe?

Accepted Answer

All traffic signs and traffic lights.

Answer

Only traffic signs.

Answer

Only traffic lights.

Answer

None are correct.

Question 15

What is the penalty for a third conviction of minors (persons under 21) convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol?

Accepted Answer

$500-$2,000, 40-60 hours of community service.

Answer

Up to $500, 20-40 hours of community service.

Answer

Up to $500, 40-60 hours of community service.

Answer

None of the above.

Question 16

Under what conditions should you dim your headlights?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

When closely following another vehicle.

Answer

When driving on illuminated roads.

Answer

When driving in fog, heavy rain, snow, or dust.

Question 17

Within how many feet should you dim your headlights when closely following another vehicle?

Accepted Answer

300 feet

Answer

500 feet

Answer

450 feet

Answer

1,000 feet

Question 18

When necessary, what proof of financial responsibility should be shown?

Accepted Answer

A standard proof of liability insurance.

Answer

Bank statement with at least $5,000.

Answer

Pay stub from the previous 6 months.

Answer

A reference letter from parents or guardians confirming financial responsibility.

Question 19

What is the penalty for a second conviction of minors (persons under 21) convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Up to $500, 40-60 hours of community service.

Answer

Up to $500, 20-40 hours of community service.

Answer

$500-$2,000, 40-60 hours of community service.

Answer

None are correct.

Question 20

What type of lights should you use when driving in fog?

Accepted Answer

Low-beam headlights.

Answer

Parking lights.

Answer

Emergency lights.

Answer

High-beam headlights.

Question 21

What are the requirements for a Class M license?

Accepted Answer

18 or 16 with driver education; a moped for those 15 years old.

Answer

18 years old or 17 with driver education and approval for hardship application for minors.

Answer

18 years old or 17 with driver education.

Answer

18 or 16 with driver education, or 15 with approval for hardship application for minors.

Question 22

What are the requirements for a Class C license?

Accepted Answer

18 or 16 with driver education, or 15 with approval for hardship application for minors.

Answer

18 years old or 17 with driver education and approval for hardship application for minors.

Answer

18 years old or 17 with driver education.

Answer

18 or 16 with driver education; a moped for those 15 years old.

Question 23

When must proof of financial responsibility be shown?

Accepted Answer

All of the above.

Answer

When applying for a driver’s license.

Answer

When registering a motor vehicle.

Answer

When obtaining a motor vehicle certificate.

Question 24

What are the requirements for a Class B license?

Accepted Answer

18 years old or 17 with driver education.

Answer

18 years old or 17 with driver education and approval for hardship application for minors.

Answer

18 or 16 with driver education, or 15 with approval for hardship application for minors.

Answer

18 or 16 with driver education; a moped for those 15 years old.

Question 25

What are the requirements for a Class A license?

Accepted Answer

18 years old or 17 with driver education.

Answer

18 years old or 17 with driver education or approval for hardship application for minors.

Answer

18 or 16 with driver education, or 15 with approval for hardship application for minors.

Answer

18 or 16 with driver education; a moped for those 15 years old.

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