North Carolina DMV - Test Questions Straight from Drivers Ed

North Carolina DMV - Test Questions (Straight from Drivers Ed) Flashcards He/She gets a 1 year revocation.What happens if a driver refuses to take a chemical test?As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your right turn signal and do which of the following?DO NOT Steer slightly towards the center or hold your arm out to the window (Neither) block the wheelsif your car breaks down on the highway at night you should pump the brake pedal lightlywhat should you do when you begin to skid In the brainIf a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor

Vehicles must:

Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazzard?Slow drivers Watch the road ahead to avoid looking at the lights AND flicker your headlights high beams high and low.When driving on a highway at night, you should never use your high beam headlights if you're Which of the following statements about speed limit in North Carolina is correct?Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit INSIDE a city is 35mph.put chains on your tireswhen trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission , you should Which of the following happens under a point system?A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years looses their license Revoke the driver's license at least 12 months. A 20 year old driver is convicted of driving after drinking alcohol.Both A & B (A. He/She gets an immediate 30 day revocation B. The DMV adds an extra 12 months revocation) What happens if a driver is convicted of DWI while his/her license has already been revoked for a prior DWI?There is a squeaking noise when you step on the brake pedal.Which of the following statements about horns and sirens is/are correct?Driver at Car 1 and the pedestrianThree vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A wants to make a left turn and is across the intersection from Car B. Car B is ahead of Car C and both are in the same lane traveling in the same direction and want to proceed straight through the intersection. The law gives the right away.Watch out for drivers who makes QUICK stops If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection you should At night in the city AND in foggy or misty weatherIf the driver of an approaching car fails to dim his/herlights, you should?Accidents occur most frequent atintersections When rounding a curve a car tends to...move to the outside of the curve The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons is about 50%

at intersectionsthree vehicles approach an uncontrolled intersection. Car A is on the right of Car B. Car C is on the left of the Car B.Which order should they pass through the intersection Both A & B (A. Every licensed motor vehicle MUST have a horn. B. Only law enforcement and emergency vehicles MUST have a horn.)

Every motor vehicle must be equipped with:

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 hhe/she can drive safeky?Which of the following statements about pedestrian deaths is correct?In cities, 2 out of the 5 people killed in mother vehicle accidents are pedestrians May allow dangerous fumes to enter into/inside the carA 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?Passing on the right is legal on which of the following?a 4 lane highway with 2 lanes going in each direction AND On a one way street (Both A & B) Stopping every 100 miles at a rest areaYou are driving on an interstate high way when a

breakdown forces you to the shoulder. You should:

park the car completely off the roadIf your vehicle has run off the road onto the shoulder Glare from headlights on other car AND a flare from matches In which of the following situations should you use your low beams?Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following?A drunken person Slow down on the roads AND allow at least twice the normal following distance.Roads are likely to be especially slick when NO, because even smaller amounts can affect judgementWhat happens when you drink alcohol and take medication at the same time?Both may combine and have unpredictable effects What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medicine but you must drive?If you eat before drinking, alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace Where does alcohol tend to concentrate more?When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen The driver can have 3 points deducted if they complete a Driver Improvement Clinic class to its satisfactory.raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle AND switch on the parking lights.if your car breaks down on the highway at night The eyes tend to stare at a pointWhich one contains more alcohol?Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?just after rounding a curve and just after passing the crest of a hill travels considerably below the posted speed limit If you miss your exit on the interstate high way you should shift into low gear and use emergency break Wet brakes can be dried out by Slow down and drive with careWhen can you disregard a signal given by a police officer during traffic?take your foot off the gas pedal gradually skids are likely to occur on which of the following car DHighway accidents occur most frequent

Exhaust systemA leaky exhaust system should be repaired because it:

slow downWhen driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day you should use 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?make an immediate report to the nearest law agency AND notify the insurance company a flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following Both A & B (A. This person's car may be seized and sold.&& B. He/She may be imprisoned.) A driver was convicted of a second DWI 3 years ago.He/She gets convicted of DWI again.If you begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip, you should do which of the following?Open a windowor vent to let fresh air in rear end collisionWhen taking a long trip on an interstate high way you should plan to do which of the following Which statement concerning speed limits on the open road in North Carolina is correct?Neither is correct Both A & B (A. He/She gets permanent revocation. && B.He/She may be imprisoned) A person has been convicted of DWI for the 4th time in 7 years.When rounding a sharp curve you should do which of the following?neither one on which snow has become packedIf you have to come to a stop on an icy road and your car is not equipped with ABS brakes, you should turn the steering while in the direction in which the rear end of the car is skidding. AND reduce pressure on the gas pedal.a driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following Go to the next exitA driver may be TEMPORARILY blind at night from drive in low gear AND keep in right lane. If your brakes fail you should A driver will loose their license if convicted of Speeding more than 75 mph in a 55 mph zone When you are walking at night along a road without sidewalks, you should do which of the following?Walk on the left FACING traffic They all contain the same amount 0.6 of an ounce (18mL) of alcohol What is the effect of food when you drink alcohol?When driving on a long road trip you should? Avoid looking at one thing for more than a few seconds A safe driver does which of the following? Frequently check rearview mirros and side mirrors If a law enforcement officer swear that a driver has refused a legal chemical test,the DMV must Revoke the driver's license for at LEAST 12 months NO, only liver can eliminate alcoholWhat is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes?45mphWhich of the following statements is FALSE?if youre walking along a road at night, what should we do?Wear or carry sometyhing white slow down and proceed with cautiona diamond shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which OrangeWhen does the law give a blind pedestrian special consideration at intersections where there are no traffic lights?The driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do what Use a lower gear

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?When backing your car, you should do which of the following?Move at no more than 10 mph.JUST after its begun to rain or drizzleWhen driving through heavy fog, you should Which of the following statements about speed limits for cars in Norht Carolina is correct?The speed limit OUTSIDE a city is 55mph unless otherwise posted.

License plate lightsYour brakes need checking if:

raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle 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:

If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two way lane road you should sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver ahead of you AND give a left turn signal to let the driver know your intention (Both A & B) If you approach an intersection where there are no traffic lights/signs and a pedestrian is attempting to cross your path?The pedestrian following another carIf it starts to drizzle while you are driving, you should do which of the following?Car A , Car B, Car CTwo vehicles approach an intersection going in the opposite directions with no sign or traffic lights. There is also a pedestrian waiting to corss the street and is walking the same direction as Car . Car 1 wants to proceed straight throught the interesection. Car 2 wants to make a left turn.

In this situation, the right of away belongs to:

In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following Check your rear view mirrors often SuspensionWhich traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a five lane street?start in second or high gearWhen pulling a trailer down a long steep hill, you should do which?Conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points?Passing a stopped school bus unloading children.A drivers license is required forsitting in the drivers seat while the engine is running and steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle NeitherWhat is the main color for signs in highway work zones?Stop at the intersection and move forward SLOWLY When driving on a city street you should watch out for which of the following Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swervingWhen changing a flat tire, you should To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following Use a lower gear Ask your 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?