Driver's Ed Study Questions for Final

79. Every motor vehicle must be equipped with: A. A murder B. 4-ply tires C. Mud guards D. Shoulder harnesses

A. A muffler

88. What should you do if a doctor prescribes you some medication but you must drive? A. Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not B. check your reactions as you drive and be ready to stop if you feel affected C. Bring an antidote to cancel the effects of the drug D. Do not worry; prescribed drugs never affect driving

A. Ask the doctor whether you can drive or not

100. The IPDE process encourage A. Defensive driving B. Social skills C. Geography knowledge D. Distracted driving

A. Defensive driving

18. Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following: A. Drunken people B. More than one car C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

A. Drunken people

66. A driver may be temporarily blinded at high by which of the following: A Glare from the headlights of other cars B. Fog C. Tinted windows D. Windshield wipers

A. Glare from the headlights of other cars

60. If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection, you should A. Go ot the next intersection and turn there B. Back up and move into the correct land 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

A. Go to the next intersection and turn there

96. A 20 year old driver is convicted of driving after drinking alcohol A. He/she gets a 1 year license revocation B. He/she is imprisoned for 14 days C. Nothing, 20 year olds can legally drink D. Nothing if your parents come get you

A. He/she gets a 1 year license revocation

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 accidents are teenagers. C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

A. In cities, 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents are pedestrians.

55. Farm equipment vehicles are A. Legally entitled to travel most NC roads B. Traveling illegally on most NC roads C. Are hit by passing cars at sunset D. Allowed to ignore traffic laws

A. Legally entitled to travel most NC roads

23. Driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following? A. Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency. B. Notify his bank. C. Call the DMV D. Call his mechanic.

A. Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency.

17. The Odometer in a vehicle measures: A. Mileage B. Oil pressure C. System coolant D. Fuel levels

A. Mileage

50. When backing your car, you should do which of the following? A. Move at no more than 10 mph B. Keep both hands on the steering wheel C. just use your back-up camera D. Only use your mirrors

A. Move at no more than 10 mph

3. Skids are likely to occur on which of the following roads: A. One on which snow has become hard packed. B. One that needs to be paved. C. City streets during heavy traffic. D. Neighborhood Streets.

A. One on which snow has become hard packed.

36. If you begin to feel sleepy during a long trip, you should do which of the following? A. Open a window or vent to let fresh air in B. Increase your speed C. Turn on your hazard lights D. Turn on your wipers

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

1. If your car breaks down on a highway at night, you should do which of the following? A. Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle B. Switch on the parking lights C. Both A and B. D. Block the wheels

A. Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle.

68. When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual transmission, you should do which of the following A. Start in second or high gear B. Accelerate rapidly C. Start in reverse D. Use the emergency brake

A. Start in second or high gear

62. When taking a long trip on a 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 avoinnnd heavy traffic C. Keep driving until you need fuel D. Have a meal at 50 mile intervals

A. Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area

74. When turning into a street, always turn into A. The closest lane B. The outside lane C. Follow the truck, they know D. your choice

A. The closest lane

32. If you approach an intersection where there are no 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.

A. The pedestrian

22. What should you do when you begin to skid: A. Turn the steering wheel in the direction in which the rear end of the car is ___??? B. Increase pressure on the gas pedal. C. Slam on the breaks. D. Shift gears into reverse

A. Turn the steering wheel in the direction in which the rear end of the car is ___???

47. To reduce speed while going up a steep hill, you should do which of the following? A. Use a lower gear B. Drive in a zigzag pattern C. Set the emergency brake D. Open the windows

A. Use a lower gear

31. When you are walking at night on a road with no sidewalks, which should you do? A. Walk on the left facing traffic B. Keep your back to oncoming traffic C. Wear dark clothing D. Walk on the edge of the road on the white line.

A. Walk on the left facing traffic

43. Two solid yellow center lines on a two-lane highway indicate: A. No passing from either direction B. Passing both ways C. Passing only with caution D. Passing on the left only

A. no passing from either direction

84. the maximum speed limit for a full size public school bus in North Carolina is: A. 55 mph B. 45 mph C. 35 mph D. 25 mph

B. 45 mph

20. A diamond shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards? A. A railroad crossing B. A deer crossing C. Speed limit D. When to yield to other traffic

B. A deer crossing ???

13. Which of the following happen(s) under the point system? A. A driver is sent a letter when he or she gets 4 points within 2 years B. A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his/her license C. Points against a drivers licence will not increase insurance rates D. Peripheral vision improves

B. A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his/her license

85. Which of the following statements is false? A. A heavier person has to ingest more alcohol than a lighter person to reach the same blood alcohol content B. A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person C. If two persons drink at the same speed, the heavier person will need longer to reach the same blood alcohol concentration D. A heavier person needs to drink more than a lighter person because alcohol mixes with the body fluids. Obviously, a heavier person has more body fluids than a lighter person

B. A heavier person can eliminate alcohol faster than a lighter person

9. When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following? A. Put the car in neutral gear B. Block the wheels C. Change the tire in the right lane D. Call 911

B. Block the wheels.

38. In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following? A. Drive cautiously and use your breaks often. B. Check your rear view mirrors often. C. Drive over the speed limit D. Pass the car in front of you.

B. Check your rear view mirrors often.

98. Defensive Driving reduces A. Mental skills B. Conflict while driving C. Safety D. Field of Vision

B. Conflict while driving

59. Traffic signs are used to A. Identify pedestrians at crosswalks B. Control traffic and pedestrians C. Restrict traffic from doing the right thing D. Maintain fuel efficienty

B. Control traffic and pedestrians

34. A safe driver does which of the following? A. Watches the side of the road over the hood to stay in line B. Frequently checks rear view inside mirror C. Drinks coffee to stay alert at night D. Keeps 2 car lengths between his/her car and the next car on the expressway.

B. Frequently checks rear view inside mirror

65. If you miss your exit on an interstate highway, you can do which of the following? A. Make a U-turn B. Go on to the next exit C. Drive across the median D. Look for a toll booth

B. Go on to the next exit

8. If you should have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of the following? A. Break firmly as soon as you notice the blowout B. Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving C. Increase speed D. Apply the emergency break

B. Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving.

99. Visual Acuity is improved by A. Tinted windows B. High beam headlights C. Speed D. The IPDE process

B. High beam headlights

67. In which of the following situations should you use your low beams? A. At night in the city B. In foggy or misty weather C. Both A and B D. Only when the wipers are off

B. In foggy or misty weather

94. Where does alcohol tend to concentrate more? A. In the heart B. In the brain C. In the leg muscles D. In the chest

B. In the brain

25. Roads are likely to be especially slick A. Just after they've been paved. B. Just after it's begun to rain or drizzle. C. After it's been raining for several hours. D. In especially cold or dry weather.

B. Just after it's begun to rain or drizzle.

12. The Smith System of defensive driving, helps drivers: A. Pay for insurance B. Keep their eyes on the road C. Change tires D. Maintain speed

B. Keep their eyes on the road

83. Which traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a five-lane street? A. All lanes of traffic B. Lanes going in the same direction as the school bus C. Lanes going in the opposite direction of the bus D. Turning lanes only

B. Lanes going in the same direction as the school bus

27. When driving in a heavy snow storm during the day, you should use: A. Parking lights B. Low beam headlights C. 4-way flashers D. High Beam Headlights

B. Low beam headlights

90. Is it true that coffee can neutralize the effects of alcohol? A. Yes, absolutely B. No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol C. Yes, if you drink it black and without sugar D. Yes, if you can take a cold shower

B. No, only the liver can eliminate alcohol

54. if your vehicle is in a skid, turn your steering wheel in the A. Opposite direction as the rear of the car is moving B. Same direction as the rear of the car is moving C. 10 and 2 position of your hand placement D. Straight ahead position

B. Same direction as the read of the car is moving

7. Wet Breaks can be dried out by doing which of the following? A. turning off the heater. B. Slow down and then press the gas pedal as you keep a light pressure on the breaks C. Increase speed D. Slamming on breaks at half mile intervals

B. Slow down and then press the gas pedal as you keep a light pressure on the breaks

26. When driving through heavy fog, you should: A. Turn on your bright lights. B. Slow down. C. Follow the car in front of you closely. D. Turn on your parking lights.

B. Slow down.

39. Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard: A. Middle aged drivers B. Slow drivers C. Careful drivers D. Driver Education cars

B. Slow drivers

52. If your vehicle hydroplanes, you should: A. Press the Brake B. Take your foot off the brake C. Shift the car into neutral D. Accelerate

B. Take your foot off the brake

91. What is one of the effects of alcohol on the driver's eyes? A. The eyes scan very actively B. The eyes tend to stare at a point C. The eyes notice better motions on the sides D. The eyes catch, very early, other driver's mistakes

B. The eyes tend to stare at a point

42. Which of the following statements(s) about speed limits for cars in North Carolina is correct? A. the speed limit outside a city is 55 mph unless otherwise posted B. the speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted C. Mopeds may follow posted speed limits D. There are no minimum speed limits on NC interstates.

B. The speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.

75. Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is correct? A. They must ride their bicycles facing traffic B. They are likely to be seriously injured in almost any collision with a car C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

B. They are likely to be seriously injured in almost any collision with a car

64. 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 considerable 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 hi lane

B. Travels considerable below the posted speed limit

89. 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? A. Not if you bring the prescription with you B. Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive C. No, if something happens the doctor will be prosecuted D. No, as long as you do not reach 0.08

B. Yes, the law requires you to be in full control of yourself when you drive

29. The percentage of highway deaths caused by a drunken person is about: A. 10% B. 25% C. 50% D. 67%

C. 50%

61. The most frequent type of accident on an interstate highway is A. A sideswipe collision B. running off the road C. A rear-end collision D. A head-on Collision

C. A rear-end collision

11. A driver's license is required for which of the following? A. Sitting in the driver's seat while the engine is running B. Steering the car while it is being pushed or towed by another device C. Both A and B D. Neither A nor B

C. Both A and B

40. Very slow driving is especially dangers in which of the following situations? A. Just after passing the crest of a hill. B. Just after rounding a curve. C. Both A and B D. Neighborhoods

C. Both A and B

48. 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. Follow them closely until they slow down

C. Both A and B

58. when driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following? A. Traffic coming from side streets B. Animals or small children darting from bwtween parked cars C. Both A and B D. Rest areas

C. Both A and B

70. If the driver of an approaching car fails to dim his/her lights, you should do which of the following? A. Watch the road ahead to avoid looking at the lights of the other car B. Flick your headlight beams high and low once or twice C. Both A and B D. Flick your lights to high beam and leave them there

C. Both A and B

80. 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. Turn on your wipers and turn off your headlights

C. Both A and B

87. What happens if you drink alcohol and take medication at the same time? A. Medication always cancels the effects of alcohol B. Alcohol always cancels the effects of medication C. both may combine and have unpredictable effects D. There is no scientific evidence that it changes anything

C. Both may combine and have unpredictable effects

the driver of a truck going downhill with a curve should do the following: A. Use a lower gear B. Pump the brakes when reaching the curve C. Brake firmly and steadily going D. Speed up slightly on the curve to maintain control of the truck

C. Brake firmly and steadily going

97. Keeping space around your vehicle while driving will help avoid A. Speeding tickets B. Traffic jams C. Collisions D. Rush hour traffic

C. Collisions

28. Driving without wearing correct corrective lenses is the same as: A. Driving with a license. B. Driving with a legal guardian C. Driving without a license. D. Alright if you have them with you.

C. Driving without a license.

93. What is the effect of food when you drink alcohol? A. There are no effects B. There are no measurable effects C. If you eat before drinking, alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace D. It neutralizes the effects of alcohol

C. If you eat before drinking, alcohol enters the blood stream at a slower pace.

5. When pulling a trailer down a long steep hill, you should not do which of the following: A. Drive in a lower gear B. Keep in the right lane C. Increase speed D. Maintain a space cushion between vehicles

C. Increase speed

14. When a driver has a total of 12 points in a 3 year period, which of the following may happen? A. The driver can be required to file proof of financial responsibility B. The driver can have 6 points deducted if he/she satisfactorily completes a Drivers Education class. C. License can be revoked D. Insurance will be cancelled personally

C. License can be revoked

45. 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. Lower your speed as you approach the curve D. Accelerate going into the curve, and apply brakes as you leave the curve.

C. Lower your speed as you approach the curve

81. A leaky exhaust system should be repaired because it: A. Wastes gas and oil B. Causes the engine to run hot C. May allow dangerous fumes to enter the car D. Makes the engine hard to start and likely stall

C. May allow dangerous fumes to enter the car

72. When can you disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic? A. An emergency vehicle is approaching B. The officer's signal is in conflict with a traffic signal C. Never D. At night

C. Never

73. What is the main color for signs in highway work zones? A. Red B. White C. Orange D. Green

C. Orange

63. You are driving on a 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.

C. Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle

53. The 5 sided sign warns of: A. School zone or school transportation B. school zone or intersections C. School zone or school crossings D. Railroad crossings

C. School zone or school crossings

33. Communication with other drivers include: A. Waving B. Swerving C. Signals and horn D. Headphone

C. Signals and horn

35. As soon 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. Stay in your lane through the entire procedure D. Only use your signal if you see other vehicles

C. Stay in your lane through the entire procedure

56. Three 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 give the right of way A. To Car A only B. To Car A and then Car B C. to Car B and then Car A D. To Car B only

C. To Car B and then Car A

86. A person has been drinking but did not reach 0.08. Can we assume that he/she can drive safely? A. yes, if the driver ate before drinking B. Yes, if the driver is a heavy person C. No, because even smaller amounts can affect judgment D. Yes, if the driver is not too tired

C. no, because even small amounts can affect judgement

76. In North Carolina, which of the following is required on all cars? A. License plate lights B. Courtesy lights C. Fender lights D. Backup lights

D. Backup lights

49. Passing on the right is legal on which of the following? A. A 4-lane highway with 2-lanes going in each direction B. On a one-way street C. On a two lane road D. Both A and B

D. Both A and B

78. Which of the following statements about horns and hirens is/are correct? A. Every licensed motor vehicle must have a horn B. Only law enforcement and emergency vehicles may have sirens C. Blue lights are allowed on any vehicle D. Both A and B

D. Both A and B

71. 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

D. Following another car

51. Accidents occur most frequently at which of the following? A. Curves B. Hills C. Narrow Bridges D. Intersections

D. Intersections

44. When rounding a curve, a car tends to: A. Speed up B. Move to the inside of the curve C. Stay in the center of the lane D. Move to the outside of the curve

D. Move to the outside of the curve

15. 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

D. Passing a stopped school bus unloading children

4. If you have come to a stop on an icy road and your car is not equipped with Anti Lock breaks, you should: A. Use your parking break B. Put the break on hard C. Apply the break in short, hard jabs D. Pump the break pedal lightly

D. Pump the break pedal lightly.

95. If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the Division of Motor Vehicles must: A. Place the driver on probation B. Wait for a court decision before taking action C. Assign the driver to the Driver Improvement Clinic D. Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months

D. Revoke the driver's license for at least 12 months

19. A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means: A. No right turn B. Yield the right of way C. No left turn D. Slow down and proceed with caution

D. Slow down a proceed with caution

21. A diamond shaped traffic sign means: A. No left turn B. Come to a full stop C. Yield the right of way D. Slow down and drive with care

D. Slow down and drive with care

69. A flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means A. No right turn B. Yield the right-of-way C. No left turn D. Slow down and proceed with caution

D. Slow down and proceed with caution

16. A driver will lose his/her license if he/she 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 than 75 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone.

D. Speeding more than 75 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone

37. When driving on a long trip you should: A. Rest your eyes from time to time by rubbing them. B. Avoid looking at 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.

D. Spend as much time looking in your mirrors as you do looking in front of you.

57. 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 you D. Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly

D. Stop at the intersection and move forward slowly

24. A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means which of the following? A. Slow down and proceed with caution. B. Stop only if its necessary to yield the right of way. C. Both A and B D. Stop, check traffic, and proceed when clear.

D. Stop, check traffic, and proceed when clear.

82. 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? A. Ignition. B. Steering. C. Brake. D. Suspension.

D. Suspension

2. If your vehicle has run off the road onto the shoulder, you should: A. Shift into a lower gear. B. Break with heavy, constant pressure. C. Apply the emergency break. D. Take your foot off the gas pedal gradually.

D. Take your foot off the gas pedal gradually.

77. Your breaks need checking if: A. There is a strong smell of gasoline in the car B. The engine stalls at stop lights C. Light gusts of wind make the car difficult to control D. There is a squeaking noise when you step on the brake pedal

D. There is a squeaking noise when you step on the brake pedal.

92. Which one contains more alcohol? A. 12 ounces of beer (360 ml) B. 4 ounces of wine (150 ml) C. 1.5 ounces of spirits (45 ml) D. They all have the same amount; .6 of an ounce (18 ml) of alcohol

D. They all have the same amount; .6 of an ounce (18 ml) of alcohol

41. 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. School bus speed limit is 44 in a 44 mph speed zone. D. speed limits depend on conditions: weather, road, and skill of the driver.

D. speed limits depend on conditions: weather, road, and skill of the driver.

10. If your car breaks down on the highway at night, what should you do? A. Park the car completely off the road B. Turn on the high beam lights C. Put the vehicle in neutral gear D. Neither A nor B

A Park the car completely off the road