Texas Road Signs Practice Test

Signs, traffic signals and pavement markings, with answers.

Traffic signs are a big part of the Texas knowledge exam. These free questions cover regulatory and warning signs, traffic lights and arrows, and pavement markings. Look at each sign, pick your answer, then tap Show answer to see the explanation. New to signs? Start with our road signs lesson.

These are original practice questions, not actual DPS exam questions. Each links to the Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) so you can check the rule. Questions were last reviewed in November 2026; read how we write and check them.

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  1. Question 1 · Pavement Markings

    Two solid white lines separate your lane from an adjacent lane. What should you do?

    1. A. Cross them whenever traffic is slow
    2. B. Stay in your current lane and do not cross them
    3. C. Use them as a two-way turn lane
    4. D. Drive between them
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    Answer: B. Stay in your current lane and do not cross them

    Double solid white lines prohibit crossing. Choose a legal place for a lane change.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  2. Question 2 · Road Signs

    Red rectangular sign with white WRONG WAY text.

    You face this sign after turning onto a roadway. What should you recognize?

    1. A. The road is closed only to trucks
    2. B. You are traveling against the permitted direction and must correct safely
    3. C. The sign warns only pedestrians
    4. D. You should speed up until the next exit
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    Answer: B. You are traveling against the permitted direction and must correct safely

    Wrong Way warns that you are moving against traffic. Avoid further exposure and correct the error safely.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  3. Question 3 · Traffic Signals

    A green left arrow is displayed for your lane. What should you still check?

    1. A. Whether the car behind is larger
    2. B. Pedestrians and vehicles still clearing the intersection
    3. C. Nothing because collisions are impossible on an arrow
    4. D. Only whether your radio is on
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    Answer: B. Pedestrians and vehicles still clearing the intersection

    A protected movement still requires attention to people and vehicles lawfully within the intersection.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  4. Question 4 · Pavement Markings

    A travels upward on the right. B travels downward on the left. The centerline nearest A is solid yellow; the line nearest B is broken yellow.

    The center marking beside A is solid; the line beside B is broken. Which statement about passing across the center is correct?

    1. A. A may pass because B has a broken line
    2. B. Both may always pass
    3. C. Neither direction can ever pass anywhere on the road
    4. D. A may not cross the solid line to pass
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    Answer: D. A may not cross the solid line to pass

    The line closest to your lane decides whether you may pass. With a solid yellow line next to A, A may not cross it to pass.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  6. Question 5 · Road Signs

    Yellow diamond with opposing arrows curving around a black divider that tapers toward the top.

    What roadway change does this symbol warn about?

    1. A. Opposing traffic will immediately share one lane
    2. B. A physical separation of opposing traffic begins
    3. C. A lane reserved only for motorcycles
    4. D. A bridge with a lower weight limit
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    Answer: B. A physical separation of opposing traffic begins

    The symbol warns of a divided highway beginning. Keep to the correct side of the divider.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  7. Question 6 · Traffic Signals

    A traffic signal is flashing yellow. What should you do?

    1. A. Stop and wait until it turns green
    2. B. Ease off and cross with care
    3. C. Assume all other traffic must stop
    4. D. Maintain speed without checking the intersection
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    Answer: B. Ease off and cross with care

    Flashing yellow warns you to use caution. It does not give you exclusive use of the intersection.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  8. Question 7 · Pavement Markings

    A travels upward on the right. B also travels upward on the left. Two solid white lines separate the lanes.

    Car A wants to enter the adjacent lane across the two solid white lines shown. What should it do?

    1. A. Straddle both white lines
    2. B. Cross if the adjacent lane is faster
    3. C. Cross whenever its signal is on
    4. D. Wait for a legal crossing point
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    Answer: D. Wait for a legal crossing point

    Crossing double solid white lane markings is prohibited. A turn signal does not change that restriction.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  9. Question 8 · Road Signs

    Yellow diamond showing a car above two wavy tire tracks.

    What risk does this warning symbol identify?

    1. A. Reduced traction when the roadway is wet
    2. B. A guarantee of flooding at every rain
    3. C. A mandatory lane change
    4. D. A road reserved for racing
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    Answer: A. Reduced traction when the roadway is wet

    The symbol warns that wet conditions can make the surface slippery. Use smooth controls and a suitable speed.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  10. Question 9 · Traffic Signals

    A traffic signal turns steady red as you approach the stop line. What is required?

    1. A. Roll forward until traffic clears
    2. B. Stop only if another vehicle is coming
    3. C. Treat the signal as a yield sign
    4. D. Stop before the stop line
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    Answer: D. Stop before the stop line

    A steady red signal requires a full stop. A later permitted turn requires yielding and compliance with any turn restriction.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  12. Question 10 · Pavement Markings

    A two-way road has a broken yellow centerline on your side. What does that line allow?

    1. A. Passing on a blind curve
    2. B. Passing when legal and safe with adequate sight distance
    3. C. Passing without checking opposing traffic
    4. D. Driving continuously in the opposing lane
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    Answer: B. Passing when legal and safe with adequate sight distance

    A dashed yellow line lets you cross to make a lawful pass, provided the way is clear. Sight distance and other limits still apply.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  13. Question 11 · Road Signs

    Upward-pointing triangular emblem with a bright orange center and thick red border.

    What does this reflective triangular emblem identify?

    1. A. A vehicle with emergency priority
    2. B. A slow-moving vehicle
    3. C. A vehicle that must travel in the passing lane
    4. D. A hazardous-materials container in every case
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    Answer: B. A slow-moving vehicle

    The orange triangle with a red border marks vehicles built to travel no faster than 25 mph. Approach with care.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  14. Question 12 · Traffic Signals

    A approaches from below toward a red signal. A white stop line is before a marked crosswalk and the intersection.

    Car A approaches the red signal and marked stop line. Where must it stop?

    1. A. Beyond the crosswalk beside the signal
    2. B. In the center of the intersection
    3. C. On the crosswalk
    4. D. Behind the stop line
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    Answer: D. Behind the stop line

    The stop line marks the required stopping position. Keep the crosswalk clear.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  15. Question 13 · Pavement Markings

    C travels upward on the right. D also travels upward on the left. Two solid white lines separate the lanes.

    Car C wants to enter the adjacent lane across the two solid white lines shown. What should it do?

    1. A. Cross if the adjacent lane is faster
    2. B. Cross whenever its signal is on
    3. C. Wait for a legal crossing point
    4. D. Straddle both white lines
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    Answer: C. Wait for a legal crossing point

    Crossing double solid white lane markings is prohibited. A turn signal does not change that restriction.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  16. Question 14 · Road Signs

    Yellow diamond with an up arrow and a down arrow above and below the text 12 FT 6 IN.

    Your vehicle is taller than the clearance shown. What should you do?

    1. A. Lower tire pressure and continue without checking
    2. B. Do not proceed beneath the obstruction; choose a suitable route
    3. C. Assume the number is only a speed suggestion
    4. D. Drive through at higher speed
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    Answer: B. Do not proceed beneath the obstruction; choose a suitable route

    A low-clearance warning states available height. Know the vehicle's height and do not attempt an unsafe passage.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  18. Question 15 · Traffic Signals

    The light changes to steady yellow while you can still stop safely before the intersection. What is the appropriate action?

    1. A. Accelerate to beat the red light
    2. B. Stop safely
    3. C. Stop in the middle of the intersection
    4. D. Sound the horn and continue at any speed
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    Answer: B. Stop safely

    Yellow means red is next. Stop if you can do it safely.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  19. Question 16 · Pavement Markings

    Your exit lane is across two solid white lines. What should you do about changing lanes there?

    1. A. Use them as a two-way turn lane
    2. B. Drive between them
    3. C. Cross them whenever traffic is slow
    4. D. Stay in your current lane and do not cross them
    Show answer

    Answer: D. Stay in your current lane and do not cross them

    Double solid white lines prohibit crossing. Choose a legal place for a lane change.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  20. Question 17 · Road Signs

    Fluorescent yellow-green pentagon showing two people walking.

    What area does this five-sided sign warn about?

    1. A. A railroad yard
    2. B. A school area or school crossing
    3. C. A hospital loading zone
    4. D. A truck-only intersection
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    Answer: B. A school area or school crossing

    Pentagon-shaped signs identify school areas and crossings. Watch carefully for children and obey posted controls.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  21. Question 18 · Traffic Signals

    After stopping at a steady red signal, you want to turn right. There is no sign prohibiting it. What else must you do?

    1. A. Wait for the driver behind to honk
    2. B. Yield to pedestrians and traffic before turning safely
    3. C. Enter the crosswalk to make pedestrians wait
    4. D. Turn immediately because you already stopped
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    Answer: B. Yield to pedestrians and traffic before turning safely

    A permitted right turn on red still requires a full stop and yielding. The absence of a prohibition does not make a gap safe.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  22. Question 19 · Pavement Markings

    C travels upward on the right. D travels downward on the left. The centerline nearest C is solid yellow; the line nearest D is broken yellow.

    The center marking beside C is solid; the line beside D is broken. Which statement about passing across the center is correct?

    1. A. Neither direction can ever pass anywhere on the road
    2. B. C may pass because D has a broken line
    3. C. Both may always pass
    4. D. C may not cross the solid line to pass
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    Answer: D. C may not cross the solid line to pass

    The line closest to your lane decides whether you may pass. With a solid yellow line next to C, C may not cross it to pass.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

  23. Question 20 · Road Signs

    White rectangle with a left-turn arrow covered by a red circle and diagonal slash.

    Which movement is prohibited by this sign?

    1. A. A mandatory U-turn
    2. B. A left turn
    3. C. A right turn
    4. D. All forward movement
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    Answer: B. A left turn

    The red circle and slash prohibit the illustrated left-turn movement.

    Source: Texas Driver Handbook, Chapter 5: Signals, Signs, and MarkersReviewed November 2026Report an error

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