NC Traffic Law Drivers Ed

A driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following> I. Make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency II. Notify his insurance company a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

C

Every motor vehicle must be equipped with a. a muffler b. 4-ply tires c. mudguards d. shoulder harness

a

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

a

If your car breaks down on the highway at night, what should you do? I. Park the car completely off the road II. Turn on the high-beam lights a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

In North Carolina, which of the following are required on all cars a. license plate lights b. courtesy lights c. fender lights d. backup lights

a

Skids are likely to ocur on which of the following roads? I. One on which snow has becomed packed II. One that has just been paved a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is to a. put chains on your tires b. use snow tires c. have lower than usual air pressure in your tires d. carry heavy weights in your trunk

a

To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following? I. Use a lower gear II. Drive in a zigzag pattern a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

When backing your car, you should do which of the following? I. Move at no more than 10 mph II. Keep both hands on the steering wheel a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

When driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following? I. Watch out for drivers who make quick stops II. Yield to pedestrians only at marked crosswalks a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, you should plan on doing which of the following? I. Stopping every 100 miles at a rest area II. Schelduing some hours of night driving to avoid heavy traffic a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual shift, you should do which of the following? I. Start in second or high gear II. Accelerate rapidly a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

Which of the following statements about pedestrian death is (are) correct? I. In cities, 2 out of 5 people killed in a motor vehicle accidents are pedestrians II. Most of the pesdestrian killed in all traffic accidents are teenagers. a. I only b. II only c. both I and II d. Neither I nor II

a

Which of the following statements about speed limits for cars in North Carolina is (are) correct? I. The speed limit outside the city is 55 mph unless otherwise posted II. The speed limit inside a city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted. a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

Which of the following statements about speed limits in NC is (are) correct? I. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city is 35 mph II. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25 mph. a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

a

Roughly half of all traffic fatalities involve which of the following? I. a drunken person II. more than one car a. I only b. II only c. both I and II d. Neither I nor II

a.

When you are walking at night along a road without side walks, you should do which of the following? I. wear or carry something white II. Keep your back to oncoming traffic a. I only b. II only c. both I and II d. neither I nor II

a.

A diamond-shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards? I. A railroad crossing II. A deer crossing a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

A safe driver does which of the following a. watches the side of the road over the hood to stay in the lane b. frequently checks the rear view and side mirrors c. drinks coffee while driving at night to stay alert d. keeps 2 car lengths between his car and the next car on the expressway

b

If you are walking along a road at night, what should you do? I. Walk on the right-hand side with the traffic. II. Wear or carry something white. a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

If you begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip, you should do which of the following? I. open a window or vent to let in fresh air II. Pull over and stop a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

If you have a blowout while traveling at a high speed, you should do which of the following? I. Apply the brake firmly as soon as you notie the blowout II. Grip the steering wheel firmly to keep the car from swerving a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

If you miss you exit on an Interstate highway, you can do which of the following? I. Make a U-turn II. Go on to the next exit a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

In order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following? I. Drive cautiously and use your brake often II. check your rear view mirrors often a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

Roads are likely to be especcially slick a. just after they have been paved b. just after it has begun to rain or drizzle c. after it has been raining for several hours d. in exceptionally cold, dry weather

b

Studies have shown that under normal conditions the chance of a car being invoved in an accident on on Interstate highway is greater if the driver a. mantains a steady spped b. travels below the posted speed limit c. travels at the posted speed limit d. maintains his positions relative to cars in front and behind him in his lane

b

Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard? I. Middle-aged drivers II. slow drivers a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

Wet brakes can be dried out by doing which of the following? I. Turning on the heater II. Shifting into a lower gear and keeping light pressure on the brake pedal a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

When changing a flat tire, you should do which of the following? I. Put the vehicle in neutral gear II Block the wheels a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

When does the law give a blind pedestrain special consideration at intersections where there are no traffic lights? I. Only when he is alone II. If he holds out a white cane or has a guide dog with him a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

When driving a long trip, you should a. rest your eyes from time to time by rubbing them b. avoid looking at any one things 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

b

When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use a. parking lights b. low-beam lights c. four-way flashers d. high-beam headlights

b

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

Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is (are) correct? I. They must ride their bikes facing traffic II. They are likely to be serious injured in almost any collision with a car a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

b

Which traffic is requried 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 opposite directions of bus d. turning lane only

b

The percentage of highway deaths cause by a drunken person in NC according to the MADD is a. 25% b. 36% c. 55% d. 60%

b.

When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may happen? I. The driver can be required to file proof of financial responsibility II. The driver can have 3 points deducted if he satisfactorily completes a Driver Improvement Clinc a. I only b. II only c. both I and II d. neither I nor II

b.

Which of the following happen(s) under the point system I. A driver is sent a warning letter when her gets 4 points within 3 years. II. A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his liscense. a. I only b. II only c. both I and II d neither I nor II

b.

A driver may be temporarily blinded at night by which of the following? I. Glare from the headlights of other cars II. Flame from a match he strikes to light a cigarette a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

A leaky exhaust system should be reapired 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 to stall

c

Highway accidents occur most frequently a. on hills b. on curves c. at intersections d. at bridges

c

If it starts to drizzle while you are driving, you should do which of the following? I. Slow down because the rain will loosen the oil and gravel on the road II. Allow atleast twice the normal following distance a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

If the Driver of an approaching car fails to dim his headlights, you should do which of the following? I. Watch the road ahead to avoid looking at the lights of the other cars. II. Flick your headlight beams up and down one time a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

If you wish to pass the car ahead on a two-lane road, you should do which of the following? I. Blow your horn to signal you intention to the driver of the cars ahead II. Give a left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention. a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

If your brakes fail, you should do which of the following? I. Shift into a lower gear II. Use the emergency break a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

If your car breaks down on a highway at night, you should do which of the following? I. Raise the hood and tie a white handkerchiefto the left door handle II. Switch on the parking lights a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

In which of the following situations should you use your low beams? I. At night in the city II. In foggy or misty weather a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

Passing on the right is legal on which of the following? I. A four-lane highway with 2 lanes going in each direction II. On a one way street.

c

The most frequent type of accident on interstate highways is a. sideswipe collision b. running off the road c. rear-end collision d. head- on collision

c

Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations? I. Just after passing the crest of a hill II. Just after rounding a curve. a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

What is the main color for signs in highway work zones? a. red b. white c. orange d. green

c

What should you do when you begin to skid? I. Turn the steering wheel in the direction in which the rear of the car is skidding II. Reduce pressure on the gas pedal a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

When driving on a city street, you should watch out for which of the following? I. Traffic coming from side streets II. Animals or small children darting from between parked cars. a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

When pulling a trailer down a long steep hill, you should do which of the following? I. Drive in a lower gear II. Keep in the right lane a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

Which of the following statements about horns and sierns is (Are) correct? I. Every licensed motor vehicle must have a horn II. Only law enforcement and emergency vehicles may have sierns a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

c

You are driving on an interstate highway when a breakdown forces you to the shoulder. You should a. sit in the car till 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 on-coming cars can see you

c

A driver's license is required for which of the following? I. Sitting in the Driver's seat of a car while the engine is running II. Steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another. A. I only B. II only C. both I and II D. neither I and II

c.

To get a revoked drivers liscense restored, a person must do which of the following? I. Obtain permission from the Drivers License Section in Raleigh to reapply for a license II. Go to a drivers license office, pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license a. I only b. II only c. Both I and II d. neither I and II

c.

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

A diamond- shaped traffic signal 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

A flashing red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following? I. Slow down and proceed with caution II. Stop only if its necessary a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

d

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

As you approach an intersection to make a right turn. you should turn on your car's right turn signal and do which of the following? I. steer slightly toward the center of the rad to giver yourself room to clear the corner II. Hold your arm straight out the window a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

d

If you have to come to a complete stop on an icy road, you should a. use your hand brake b. put the brake on hard c. apply the brake in short hard jobs d. pump the brake pedal lightly

d

If you should come to an unmarked instersection 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 blow your horn to warn driver who cannot see you d. stop at the intersection and move forward slowly

d

If your vehicle has run off the road onto the shoulder, you should a. shift quickly to a lower gear b. brake with heavy constant pressure c. apply the emergency brake d. take your foot off the gas pedal gradually

d

The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the car and releases them is called the a. ignition system b. fuel system c. suspension system d. exhaust system

d

When can you disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic? I. An emergency vehicle is approaching II. The officer's signal is in conflict with a traffic signal a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

d

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 down a hill d. following another car

d

When rounding a curve, a car tends to a. speed up b. move to the inside of the curve c. stay in the center lane d. move to the outside of the curve

d

When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following? I. Stay as far to the left of your lane as possible II. Apply your brakes in the sharpest part of the curve a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

d

Which of the following statements concerning speed limits on the open road in NC is (are) correct? I. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for passenger cars and pickup trucks is 65 mph II. The speed limit for a schol activity bus is 35 mph a. I only b. II only c. both d. neither

d

Your brakes need checking if a. there is a strong smell of gasoline in the car b. the engine stalls at stoplights c. light gust of wind make the car difficult to control d. there is a squeaking noise when you step on the brake

d

A driver will lose his liscense 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 than 70 mph in a 55 mph zone.

d.

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.

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 Clinc d. revoke the drivers license for at least 12 months

d.