Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestTraffic Laws and RegulationsMedium
A driver is operating a vehicle in Texas. Which of the following is a mandatory piece of vehicle equipment according to Texas law?
- AA working horn that can be heard for at least 200 feet.
- BA spare tire in good condition.
- CA first-aid kit readily accessible in the vehicle.
- DFog lights for improved visibility in adverse weather.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. A working horn that can be heard for at least 200 feet.
Texas law requires all motor vehicles to be equipped with a horn that is audible for at least 200 feet. While other items might be useful, they are not universally mandatory by law.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. A spare tire is recommended but not legally mandatory equipment in Texas.
- C. A first-aid kit is good practice but not a legally required item.
- D. Fog lights are optional equipment, not mandatory.
Mandatory Vehicle Equipment (Horn)
Texas law requires all motor vehicles to have a horn that is audible under normal conditions for at least 200 feet.
- Required for all motor vehicles.
- Must be audible at 200 feet.
- Used for warning other drivers or pedestrians.
Memory trick: Lights, Brakes, Horn, Mirror, Muffled, Wipers, and Glass, make your car pass!