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Which Texas agency issues driver licenses and administers the knowledge test?
- A.Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
- B.Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
- C.Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
- D.Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV)
Correct answer
C. Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Why
Driver licenses and the knowledge test are handled by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). TxDOT builds and maintains highways, TDLR oversees driver-education and motorcycle training providers, and TxDMV handles vehicle titles and registration.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - About DPS and Licensing · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-197).