Practice Test Flashcards
A drivers license is required for the following
a. sitting in the drivers seat of a car while the engine is running
b. steerign the car while it is being pushed by another vehicle
c. both a and b
d. neither a or b
c
If an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or sounding a siren approaches you from either direction, you must
a.pull over to the right and stop
b. stop imediatly where ever you are
c. pull over to the left and stop
d. increase your speed and clear the lane quickly
a
Which of the following happens under the point system
a. a driver is sent a warning letter when he gets a 4 point within 3 years
b. a driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his license.
c. both a and b
d. neither a or b
b
when a driver has a total of 7 points which of the following may happen
a. the driver can be required to file the proof of financial responsibilities
b. the driver can have 3 points deducted if he completes a driver improvement clinic
c. both a and b
d. neither a or b
b
convictions 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 stoped school bus
d
a driver will lose their license if he is convicted of
a. driving without a license
b. passing a stopped school bus
c. failing to yield the right of way
d. speeding more thanb75 in a 55 zone
d
To get a revoked drivers license restored a person must do what
a.obtain permission from the drivers license section in Raleigh
b. go to drivers licence office, pay fees and reapply
c. both a and b
d. neither a or b
c
roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following
a. a drunken person
b. more than one car
c. both a and b
neither a or b
a
the percentage of a highway deaths caused by a drunken person is about
a. 10
b.25
c.38
d.67
c
which of the following statements about pedestrian deaths is correct
a. in cities 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents are pedestrians
b. most of the pedestrians killed in all traffic acidents are teenagers
c. both a and b
d. neither a or b
a
you can legally drive in the extreme left of a multi lane highway when you are
a. passing another vehicle
b. turning left
c. avoid an obstruction
d. doing any of the above
d
If you approch an intersection where there are no traffic lights/signs and a pedestrian is attempting to cross your path, who has the right of
a. the pedestrian
b. the driver of the car
c.no one
d.whoever reaches the intersection first
a
If you are walking along a road at night what should you do
a.walk on the right hand side with the traffic
b. where or carry something white
c. both a and b
d. neither a or b
b
A safe driver does which of the following?
Watches the side of the road over the hood to stay in line.
Frequently checks the rear-view and side mirrors.
Drinks coffee while driving at night to stay alert.
Keeps 2 car lengths between his/her car and the next car on the expressway.
b
As you approach an intersection to make a right turn, you should turn on your right turn signal and do which of the following?
Steer slightly toward the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the corner.
Hold your arm straight out the window.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
d
Which of the following statements about using a cell phone while driving is FALSE?
It’s advisable for a passenger to make a phone call for you
It’s better to send a text message rather than place a phone call
If you must use a cell phone, stop in a safe place before doing so
Even drivers under 18 may use a cell phone in an emergency
b
When driving on a long trip, you should:
Rest your eyes from time to time by rubbing them.
Avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds.
Keep your eyes on the center of the road straight ahead.
Spend as much time looking in your mirrors as you do looking in front of you.
b
In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following?
Drive cautiously and use your brakes often.
Check your rear-view mirrors often.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B
b
Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard?
Middle-aged drivers.
Slow drivers.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
b
Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations?
Just after passing the crest of a hill.
Just after rounding a curve.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
c
Which statement(s) concerning speed limits on the open road in North Carolina is correct?
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for passenger cars and pickup trucks is 65 mph.
The speed limit for a school activity bus is 35 mph.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
d
Which of the following statement(s) about speed limits for cars in North Carolina is correct?
The speed limit outside a city is 55mph unless otherwise posted.
The speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
a
Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is correct?
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph.
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25 mph.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
a
When rounding a curve, a car tends to:
Speed up.
Move to the inside of the curve.
Stay in the center of the lane.
Move to the outside of the curve.
d
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.
d
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.
a
To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following?
Use a lower gear.
Drive in a zigzag pattern.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
a
If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the following?
Sound your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the car ahead.
Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B
c
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.
c
When backing your car, you should do which of the following?
Move at no more than 10 mph.
Use only your mirrors
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
a
Accidents occur most frequently at which of the following?
Curves.
Hills.
Narrow bridges.
Intersections.
d
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?
Car A.
Car B.
Car C.
Car D.
d
Highway accidents occur most frequently:
On hills.
On curves.
At intersections.
On bridges.
c
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?
Car A, Car B, Car C.
Car B, Car A. Car C.
Car C, Car A, Car B.
Car B, Car C, Car A.
a
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:
Driver of Car 1 only.
Driver of Car 2 only.
Pedestrian only.
Driver of Car 1 and the pedestrian.
d
In NC, you must dim your headlights whenever you are within ____ of an oncoming vehicle.
200 feet
400 feet
500 feet
1,000 feet
c
If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or buildings, you should:
Drive at the posted speed limit.
Stop near the center of the intersection and continue if it is safe.
Slow down and sound your horn to warn drivers who cannot see you.
Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly.
d
When driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following?
Traffic coming from side streets.
Animals or small children darting from between parked cars.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
c
When driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following?
Watch out for drivers who make quick stops.
Yield to pedestrians only at marked crosswalks
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
a
If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection, you should:
Go to the next intersection and turn there.
Back up and move into the correct lane for turning.
Wait until all other cars have cleared the intersection and turn.
Signal the driver in the car beside you that you intend to turn in front of him.
a
Under North Carolina law, which occupants of the vehicle must wear seat belts or suitable child restraints?
The driver and all the passengers
The driver and all passengers under 16
The driver and rear-seat passengers
The driver and front-seat passengers
a
When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, you should plan on doing which of the following?
Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area.
Scheduling some hours of night driving to avoid heavy traffic.
Both A and B.
Neither A nor B.
a
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.
c