NC DMV Written Test 100 Questions Flashcards

NC DMV Written Test (100 Questions) Flashcards Both A and B.A driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following?Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency.Notify his insurance company.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Put chains on your tires.When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission, you should do which of the

following:Start in second or high gear.Accelerate

rapidly.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Lanes going in the same direction as the school bus.The maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in

North Carolina is:55mph45mph35mph25mph

Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months.A 20 year old driver is convicted of driving after drinking alcohol.He or She gets a 1-year revocation.He or She is imprisoned for 14 days.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Go to the next intersection and turn there. The most frequent type of accident on an interstate

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

rear-end collision.A head-on collision.Move to the outside of the curve.When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following?Stay as far to the left of your lane as possible.Brake in the sharpest part of the curve.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Block the wheels.If your car breaks down on the highway at night, what should you do?Park the car completely off the road.Turn on the high-beam lights.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Exhaust system.A leaky exhaust system should be repaired because

it:Wastes gas and oil.Causes the engine to run hot.May

allow dangerous fumes to enter the car.Makes the engine hard to start and likely to stall.

Both A and B.Roads are likely to be especially slick:Just after they have

been paved.Just after it has begun to rain or drizzle.After it has been raining for several hours.In exceptionally cold, dry weather.Neither A nor B.What is the main color for signs in highway work zones?RedWhiteOrangeGreen Go on to the next exit.A driver may be temporarily blinded at night by which of the following?Glare from the headlights of other cars.Flame from a match he strikes to light a cigarette.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Both A and B.Passing on the right is legal on which of the following?A 4-lane highway with 2-lanes going in each direction.On a one-way street.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.

Both A and B.What happens if a driver is convicted of DWI while his/her license has already been revoked for a prior DWI?This person's car may be seized and sold.He or She may be imprisoned.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Slow down and drive with care.When can you disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic?An emergency vehicle is approaching.The officer's signal is in conflict with a traffic signal.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.They are likely to be seriously injured in almost any collision with a car.In North Carolina, which of the following is required on all cars?License plate lights.Courtesy lights.Fender lights.Backup lights.Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not. Can you be prosecuted in a criminal court of law if you are intercepted as you are driving under the influence of a prescribed medication?Not if you bring the prescription with you.Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive.No, if something happens the doctor will be prosecuted.No, as long as you do not reach 0.08.A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person.A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can drive safely?Yes, if the driver ate before drinking.Yes, if the driver is a heavy person.No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgment.Yes, if the driver is not too tired.Low-beam headlights.The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is

to:Put chains on your tires.Use snow tires.Have lower than

usual air pressure in your tires.Carry heavy weights in your trunk.Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving.When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following?Put the vehicle in neutral gear.Block the wheels.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.One on which snow has become packed.If you have to come to a stop on an icy road and your car is

not equipped with ABS brakes, you should:Use your

parking brake.Put the brake on hard.Apply the brake in short hard jabs.Pump the brake pedal lightly Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area. You are driving on an interstate highway when a

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

the car until help arrives.Tie a handkerchief to the left door handle and stand beside the left front fender.Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle.Raise the hood and stand behind the car so drivers of oncoming cars can see you.Just after it has begun to rain or drizzle. When driving through heavy fog, you should:Turn on your bright lights.Slow down.Follow the car in front you closely.Turn on your parking lights.

Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive.Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol?Yes, absolutely.No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol.Yes, if you drink it black and without sugar.Yes, if you can take a cold shower.Both A and B.When backing your car, you should do which of the following?Move at no more than 10 mph.Keep both hands on the steering wheel.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.May allow dangerous fumes to enter the car. A car that pitches and tosses in normal driving and leans heavily to the side in turns is likely to have trouble in which of the following systems?Ignition.Steering.Brake.Suspension.

License plate lights.Your brakes need checking if:There is a strong smell of

gasoline in the car.The engine stalls at stop lights.Light gusts of wind make the car difficult to control.There is a squeaking noise when you step on the brake pedal.Following another car.If it starts to drizzle while you are driving, you should do which of the following?Slow down because the rain will loosen oil and gravel on the road.Allow at least twice the normal following distance.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.

A deer crossing.A diamond-shaped traffic sign means:No left turn.Come to

a full stop.Yield the right-of-way.Slow down and drive with care.Both A and B.Wet brakes can be dried out by doing which of the following?Turning on the heater.Slow down and then press the gas pedal as you keep a light pressure on the brake pedal.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.If he holds out a white cane or has a guide dog with him.Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is correct?They must ride their bicycles facing traffic.They are likely to be seriously injured in almost any collision with a car.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should do which of the following?Walk on the left, facing traffic.Keep your back to oncoming traffic.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Walk on the left, facing traffic.Both A and B.100. A person has been convicted of DWI for the 4th time in 7 years.This person may be imprisoned from 1 to 3 years.This person can only get a restricted license.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Both A and B.A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following?Slow down and proceed with caution.Stop, only if it is necessary to yield the right-of-way.Both A and B.Neither A nor B.Neither A nor B.The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do

the following:Use a lower gear.Pump the brakes when

reaching the curve.Brake firmly and steadily going.Speed

up slightly on the curve to maintain control of the truck.Slow drivers.Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?Just after passing the crest of a