DMV written test 2024 NC Flashcards

DMV written test 2024 NC Flashcards What does a "speed limit 25" sign tells you about the speed limit?Cannot exceed the speed limit of 25 MPH What should you do when another vehicle is passing your car?Maintain a constant speed What does the sign with a person holding a flag tell you about what's happening on the road?Flagger ahead When you have 7 points, which of the following may happen?You can have 3 points deducted if you complete a Driver Improvement Clinic.What's something important to do when you want to change lanes?Signal at least 500 feet before your lane change when driving on residential streets What should you do if a traffic light is red but a police officer tells you to go through the intersection without stopping?Go through the intersection without stopping Which of these things might make it dangerous to drive and might get you in trouble with the law?Controlled substances, such as illegal drugs or prescription medicines Who gets to go first on the road when there's a funeral precession?The vehicles in the funeral recession have the right of way What does the sign with a person on it tell you about what's coming up on the road?Pedestrian crossing ahead What should you do before moving your car into another lane on a big road?Use your turn signal, check your mirrors, and blind spots and ensure its safe to merge What is something important to know about taking drugs and driving?Even OTC (over the counter) drugs can impair your driving When can you have alcoholic drinks in a vehicle while on a public highway?Under no circumstances You're driving to an intersection and the signal suddenly turns yellow. What do you do?Stop before entering the intersection if you can do so safely What should you do when you see road work signs? Reduce your speed and be prepared to stop suddenly What's it like to drive at night compared to driving during the day?Its more dangerous When is it okay to use your cars flashing hazard lights?When your vehicle is stopped or disabled on the highway or shoulder When you're going up a hill and getting closer to a big truck from behind, what should you keep in mind?The truck may be traveling at a speed slower than the posted speed limit When do drivers have to wear their seatbelts? At all times What does it mean when you see a red and orange triangle on a vehicle?Slow moving vehicle What should you do if you are in a car crash and someone is hurt?Not move the injured unnecessarily. Keep the injured warm and administer first aid.What's a good rule to follow when you want to pass another car on the road?Drive with the flow of traffic and pass only as needed

When should you listen to what a signal person says at a road construction site?At all times You've been waiting for a while with your blinker on the get back into traffic, but it's really busy. What should you do now?Continue waiting and yielding to traffic in the lane When you spot a railroad crossing sign what should you do?You are approaching a railroad crossing and should prepare to stop Which of the following happen(s) under the point system?If you get 12 points within 3 years, you may lose your license.What does the road sign that says "speed limit 55" tell you about the speed limit on the road?

55 MPH

You're driving in the left lane and cars are passing you on the right. What should you do if the driver behind you wants to go faster?Move into the right lane when it is safe What should you do if your driving really slowly and causing a traffic jam behind you?Pull off the right side of the road and let traffic pass What does a U-turn arrow with a mark through it sign tells you about making U-turns?U-turns are prohibited What should you do when you want to turn right at the next intersection?Signal for 100 feet before turning You're driving toward a green light but the road ahead is full of cars. What should you do?Don't enter the intersection until you can get completely across Who should always wear their seatbelt every time they ride in a car?All occupants of a car every time the car is driven What does a car followed by squiggly lines sign tell you about the road?Slippery when wet What does the broken yellow line next to a solid yellow line mean?Passing is permitted form the lane next to the broken yellow line What does a "exit 30 mph" sign tell you about the road ahead?The maximum safe speed for an expressway exit What potential consequences may arise from consuming alcohol while on prescription medication?Reduced medication effectiveness, and increased risk of side effects When you park your car on a hill facing upward. What should you do besides using the parking break?Turn the front wheels away from the curb.What could happen if you cant show that you have the right amount of insurance?Have your license and plates suspended for up to 3 years What can make it harder to stop your car and cause more serious accidents?High speeds In fog, rain, or snow, which kind of car lights should you use?Low beams What does a sign with a red circle and a line through it mean?That action is forbidden What kind of signs are orange in color?Work zone signs What should you do when driving on snowy or icy roads?Make speed and directional changes more gradually than you would otherwise

Why should drivers pay extra attention to people on motorcycles, bicycles, and people walking on the road?Because they are difficult to see in traffic What does a broken yellow line in the middle of the road mean?Passing on the left is permitted when the way ahead is clear What should you do when your driving in a travel lane on the road?Don't stop for any reason. Keep moving until you can safely pull off the road What might happen if you have a drink while taking medicine you got from the doctor or at the store?It could lead to harmful interactions, reduced effectiveness, or adverse side effects What should you do when a car coming toward you at night has its very bright lights on?Look ahead toward the right edge of your lane What is the appropriate course of action when your visibility is limited while driving?Slow down and use low beam headlights in poor visibility conditions What should a driver do if they are feeling worried, nervous, angry, or crying before driving their car?Take the time to focus on driving before starting the engine A driver license is required for which of the following?Sitting in the driver's seat of a car while the engine is running, and Steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle.What's the wrong thing to do if a car is about to bump you from behind?Release your seatbelt When you're driving behind a motorcycle. What is a good thing to do?Allow a larger following distance What does a arrow pointing up and an arrow pointing down sign show you about the road?

• way traffic

What does a red and white triangle that says "yeild" is conveying?Let cross traffic pass before proceeding The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken

persons is about:

38 If a big truck or bus is turning right, and you want to turn right too, what should you do?Wait until the truck or bus turns before you turn What should a driver in a small car get ready for when they pass a big vehicle?Wind gusts produced by the large vehicle When do you need to ensure there is an increased distance between your vehicle and the one ahead of you?Always to maintain safe following distance You're driving and the car in front of you stops at a crosswalk?Stop, proceeding only when all the pedestrians have crossed When should you listen to what a school crossing guard says?At all times When are you not allowed to pass a single broken white or yellow line on the road?When doing so would interfere with traffic How might drinking alcoholic beverages change the way you react?it slows your reaction time What does the 3 way intersection sign show you? Side road What's a good thing to do when your driving on a dark street at night?Drive slowly enough that you can stop within the area illuminated by your headlights

What should you do when you see a "yield" sign? Yield the right of way Conviction for which item carries the highest number of points?Passing a stopped school bus that is unloading children How can you stop cars from crashing into each other?Follow safe driving practices and obey traffic rules What should drivers do when they see a yellow light flashing?Slow down and proceed with caution How can you make sure you don't get into a crash after drinking alcohol?Deciding before you start drinking that you are not going to drive What can happen too people who are very sleepy when they drive?Can drive so poorly that they may appear to be drunk Which of these statements about pedestrian deaths is (are) correct?In cities, 2 of every 5 people killed in motor vehicle crashes are pedestrians.What does a sign with a bicycle on it tell you about the road ahead?Bicycle crossing What can improve the well being of an individual who has consumed alcoholic beverages?Drinking water to stay hydrated

You will lose your license if you are convicted of:Speeding more than 75 mph

What should you do when you want to switch from the right lane to the left lane on a big highway?Look in your rear view mirror for traffic before changing lanes What does a P with a line through it sign tell you about parking?No parking What should you do if a car is driving very closely behind you?Merging into another lane In what situation should you not point your wheels straight ahead?When parked on a hill or sloping driveway What can make cars on the road move very slowly? Slowing down to look at a collision scene What should you do if a person is walking across the road and there is no special place for them to cross?Stop and let the pedestrian finish crossing What should you do when you see a driver who is acting angry and not driving safely?Avoid eye contact, slow down, and let them pass What should you do when your driving in reverse? Look through the rear window What do we mean when we talk about a "no zone"? Blind spots around large vehicles, such as trucks or busses What should you do if you want to turn left at a big intersection but you can't see all the lanes because of other cars?Wait until you can see all the lanes you need to cross before going ahead with your turn When can someone ride int he back of a pickup truck and follow the rules?In a secured seat and while using an approved safety belt What can change how alcohol affects a persons body?Their weight What do the 2 solid yellow lines in the middle of the road mean?Traffic moving in opposite directions on 2 way roads In what order do traffic lights show their colors form top to bottom?Red, yellow, green About 38% all traffic fatalities involve which of the following?Alcohol