NC DMV Driving Test WRITTEN PART ONE Flashcards

NC DMV Driving Test (WRITTEN) (PART ONE) Flashcards Two vehicles approach an intersection going in opposite directions with no signs or traffic lights. There is also a pedestrian waiting to cross the street and is walking in the same direction as Car 1. Car 1 wants to proceed straight through the intersection. Car 2 wants to make a left turn. In

this situation, the right-of-away belongs to:A. Driver of Car

• only.B. Driver of Car 2 only.C. Pedestrian only.D. Driver

of Car 1 and the pedestrian.

• Driver of Car 1 and the pedestrian.

If you approach an intersection where there are no traffic lights/signs and a pedestrian is attempting to cross your path, who has the right-of-way?A. The pedestrian.B. The driver of the car.C. No one.D. Whoever reaches the intersection first.

• The pedestrian

The most frequent type of accident on an interstate

highways is:A. A sideswipe collision.B. Running off the

road.C. A rear-end collision.D. A head-on collision.

• A rear-end collision.

If you are walking along a road at night, what should you do?A. Walk on the right-hand side with the traffic.B. Wear or carry something white.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Wear or carry something white.

Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct?A. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.B. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25 mph.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is

35 mph.Conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points?A. Reckless driving.B. Hit and run with property damage.C. Driving without a license.D. Passing a stopped school bus unloading children.

• Passing a stopped school bus unloading children.

If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an

intersection, you should:A. Go to the next intersection and

turn there.B. Back up and move into the correct lane for turning.C. Wait until all other cars have cleared the intersection and turn.D. Signal the driver in the car beside you that you intend to turn in front of him.

• Go to the next intersection and turn there.

When driving on a long trip, you should:A. Rest your eyes

from time to time by rubbing them.B. Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds.C. Keep your eyes on the center of the road straight ahead.D. Spend as much time looking in your mirrors as you do looking in front of you.

• Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few

seconds.

Which of the following statement(s) about speed limits for cars in North Carolina is correct?A. The speed limit outside a city is 55mph unless otherwise posted.B. The speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• The speed limit outside a city is 55 mph unless

otherwise posted.Studies have shown that under normal conditions the chance of a car being involved in an accident on an

interstate highway is greater if the driver:A. Maintains a

steady speed.B. Travels considerably below the posted speed limit.C. Travels at the posted speed limit.D.Maintains his position relative to cars in front and behind him in his lane.

• Travels considerably below the posted speed limit.

When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following?A. Stay as far to the left of your lane as possible.B. Brake in the sharpest part of the curve.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Neither A nor B.

If it starts to drizzle while you are driving, you should do which of the following?A. Slow down because the rain will loosen oil and gravel on the road.B. Allow at least twice the normal following distance.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Both A and B.

When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen?A. The driver can be required to file proof of financial responsibility.B. The driver can have 3 points deducted if he/she satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement Clinic.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• The driver can have 3 pints deducted if he/she

satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement Clinic.As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your right turn signal and do which of the following?A. Steer slightly toward the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the corner.B. Hold your arm straight out the window.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Neither A nor B.

If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the following?A. Sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead.B. Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B

• Both A and B.

If you begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip, you should do which of the following?A. Open a window or vent to let in fresh air.B. Increase your speed.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Open a window or vent to let in fresh air.

Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following?A. A drunken person.B. More than 1 car.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• A drunken person.

Four vehicles approach an intersection with a 4 way stop at the same time. Car B is ahead of Car A and both are in the

same lane and want to proceed straight across. Car C is across the intersection from Car B and wants to proceed straight as well. Car D is to the right of Car B and wants to make a right turn. Which car must yield?A. Car A.B. Car B.C. Car C.D. Car D.

• Car D.

Three vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A is on the right of Car B. Car C is on the left of Car B. In which order should the cars pass through the intersection?A. Car A, Car B, Car C.B. Car B, Car A. Car C.C. Car C, Car A, Car B.D. Car B, Car C, Car A.

• Car A, Car B, Car C.

You are driving on an interstate highway when a

breakdown forces you to the shoulder. You should:A. Sit in

the car until help arrives.B. Tie a handkerchief to the left door handle and stand beside the left front fender.C. Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle.D. Raise the hood and stand behind the car so drivers of oncoming cars can see you.

• Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left

door handle.The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken

persons is about:A. 10%B. 25%C. 38%D. 67%

C. 38%

When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, you should plan on doing which of the following?A. Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area.B. Scheduling some hours of night driving to avoid heavy traffic.C. Both A and B.D.Neither A nor B.

• Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area.

When driving on a highway at night, you should never use

your high-beam headlights if you are:A. Slowing down for a

turn.B. Traveling on a road with no median.C. Going downhill.D. Following another car.

• Following another car.

Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard?A. Middle-aged drivers.B. Slow drivers.C.Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Slow drivers.

Which statement(s) concerning speed limits on the open road in North Carolina is correct?A. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for passenger cars and pickup trucks is 65 mph.B. The speed limit for a school activity bus is 35 mph.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Neither A nor B.

Highway accidents occur most frequently:A. On hills.B. On

curves.C. At intersections.D. On bridges.

• At intersections.

To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following?A. Use a lower gear.B. Drive in a zigzag pattern.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Use a lower gear.

When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should do which of the following?A. Walk on the left, facing traffic.B. Keep your back to oncoming traffic.C. Both A and B.D. Neither A nor B.

• Walk on the left, facing traffic.

If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or buildings, you

should:A. Drive at the posted speed limit.B. Stop near the

center of the intersection and continue if it is safe.C. Slow down and sound your horn to warn drivers who cannot see