North Carolina Drivers Test
At the intersection shown there are no traffic lights . Who has the right of way ? 1)A- the person walking 2)B- the driver of the car 3)C-No One 4)D- whoever reaches the intersection first
A
Every motor vehicle must be equipped with 1)A - a muffler in good working order 2)B - 4-ply tires 3)C- mudguards 4)D -Cruise Control
A
Highway accidents occur most frequently? 1)A- at intersections 2)B- on Curves 3)C- on hills 4)D- at bridges
A
How often should a driver check their mirrors? 1)A - about every 10 seconds 2)B - About Every 30 seconds
A
If You begin to feel sleepy while driving on a long trip, you should do which of the following? 1)A- Stop at indicated rest areas frequently, preferably every 100miles . 2)B- Increase your speed
A
When driving on highway at night, you should never use your high-bean headlights if you are? 1)A- Slowing down for a turn. 2)B - Traveling on a road with no median 3)C - Following another car 4)D - Going down a hill
B
When Driving in heavy traffic, you should do which of the following? 1) A- Watch out for drivers who make quick stops. 2)B- Yield to pedestrians only at marked crosswalks .
A
When backing your car, you should do which of the following? 1)A -move at no more than 10 mph 2)B - keep both hands on the steering wheel
A
When taking a long trip on an interstate highway, you should plan on doing which of the following ? 1)A - stopping every 100 miles at a rest area . 2)B - scheduling some hours of night driving to avoid heavy traffic
A
When trying to pull away from a slippery surface in a car with a manual shift , you should do which of the following ? 1)A -Start in second gear or Higher 2)B- Accelerate rapidly
A
Which of the following statements about pedestrian death is (are) correct? 1)A - in cities 2 out of 5 people killed in motor vehicle accidents are pedestrians 2)B - most of the pedestrians killed in all traffic accidents are teenagers .
A
A Diamond-Shaped sign would be used to warn drivers of which of the following driving hazards? 1)A - Railroad crossing . 2)B - A Deer crossing
B
Wet brakes can be dried out by doing. Which of the following ? 1)A turning on the heater 2)B - Drive a short distance as you apply light pressure on the brake pedal .
B
When a driver has a total of 7 points, which of the following may Happen ? 1) A-the Driver can be required to file proof of financial responsibility. 2)B-the Driver Can have 3 points deducted if he satisfactorily completes a driver improvement clinic.
B
When does the law give a blind pedestrian special consideration at intersection where there are no traffic lights 1)A - Only when he is alone . 2)B- if he holds out a white cane or had a guide dog with him
B
A Driver will lose his license if he is convicted of ? 1)A - Speeding more than 70 mph in a 55 mph zone . 2)B - passing a stopped school bus 3)C- failing to yield the right of way 4)D-driving without a License
A
A Flashing yellow traffic signal at an intersection means ? 1)A - slow down and proceed with caution 2) B-yield the right of way 3)C - No left turn 4)D -no right turn
A
For You have to come to a stop on icy road you should
-
If you are in the wrong lane for making a left turn at an intersection, you should? 1)A - Go to the next intersection and turn there 2)B - back up and move into the correct lane for turning . 3)C- Wait until other cars have cleared the intersection and turn 4)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 a highway at night, you should do which of the following ? 1)A - raise the hood and tie a white cloth to the left door handle or radio aerial and turn on parking lights or emergency flashers . 2)B - do not allow anyone to remain in vehicle and stand off the road and away from vehicle .
A
In North Carolina, Which of the following are required on all cars 1)A - License plate light 2)B - Courtesy Lights 3)C- Fender lights 4)D - back up lights
A
Maximum speed limit for a school bus in North Carolina is ? 1)A - 45mph 2)B - 55mph 3)C -35mph 4)D - 25mph
A
North Carolina law prohibits children less than age 16 from riding. 1)A - In the open bed of a pick-up truck . 2)B - in the front seat of any vehicle .
A
Roads are likely to be especially slick? 1)A - Just after it has begun to rain or drizzle. 2)B - Just after they have been paved . 3)C - after it has been raining for several hours . 4)D - in exceptionally cold, dry weather .
A
Skids are likely to occur on which of the following roads ? 1)A - one on which snow has become packed 2)B - one that has just been paved
A
The best way to get good traction on hard packed snow is to ? 1)A - put chains on your tires 2)B - use snow tires 3)C - have lower than usual air pressure in your tires 4)D - Carry Heavy weights in your trunk
A
The most frequent type of accident on interstate highway is? 1)A - rear-end collision 2)B - Running off the road 3)C -SideSwipe collision 4)D - Head-One Collision
A
To reduce speed while going down a steep hill, you should do which of the following? 1)A - use a lower gear 2)B - Drive in a ZigZag pattern.
A
Which of the following statements about speed limits for cars in North Carolina is (Are) correct ? 1)A - the speed limit outside a city is 55 mph unless otherwise posted 2)B -the speed limit inside a city is 25mph unless otherwise posted .
A
Which of the following statements about speed limits in North Carolina is (are) correct? 1)A - unless otherwise posted, the speed limit inside a city 35mph . 2)B - unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for a school activity bus is 25 mph .
A
What is the main color for signs in highway work zone?
A Orange
Conviction for which of the following carries the highest number of points ? A) Reckless driving B)Passing a stopped school bus C)Driving without License D)Hit And run with Property Damage.
B
If you are walking along a road at night, what should you do? 1)A - walk on the right side with traffic . 2) B- wear or Carry something white and use a flashlight .
B
If you come to an unmarked intersection where it is hard to see in all directions because of trees or buildings , you should ? 1)A - Drive at the posted speed limit 2)B - stop at the intersection and move forward slowly 3)C - slow down and blow your horn to warn drivers who cannot see you 4)D - stop near the center of the intersection and continue if it is safe .
B
If you have a blowout, you should do which of the following? 1)A - Apply the brake firmly as soon as you notice the blow out . 2) Hold the steering wheel tightly to keep the vehicle straight on your side of the road and lift foot from accelerator .
B
If you miss your exit on a interstate highway, you can do which of the following . 1)A- make a u-turn 2)B-go on to the next exit
B
In Order to avoid being hit in the rear by another vehicle, you should do which of the following ? 1)A- Drive cautiously and use your brake often. 2)B- Check Your Rear View mirrors often.
B
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 1)A - Maintains his positions relative to cars in front and behind him in his lane. 2)B - Travels considerably below the posted speed limit 3)C - Travels at the posted speed limit 4)D- maintains a steady speed
B
Studies have shown which of the following to be a serious traffic hazard? 1)A - middle aged drivers 2)B- A Vehicle moving at a speed considerably below the posted limit.
B
Which of the following happens under the point system? 1)A - a Driver is sent a warning letter when he gets 4 points within 3 years. 2)B - A driver who gets 12 points within 3 years may lose his License .
B
Which of the following statements about bicycle riders is (are) correct ? 1)A - they must ride their bicycles facing traffic 2)B - because bicycles are vehicles, bicyclist must obey the same traffic laws as other drivers .
B
Which traffic is required to stop if a school bus makes a passenger stop in the far right lane on a five lane street ? 1)A -all Lanes of traffic 2)B - lanes going in the same direction as the school bus 3)C- lanes going in the opposite direction of the bus 4)D - turning lane only
B
You are driving car a in heavy traffic . Up ahead you see car b just beginning to leave its parking space . You should? 1)A - Speed up to pass the car pulling out. 2) B - Slow down and be prepared to stop 3)C - move a little onto the left lane to get out of the way . 4)D - Blow your horn and keep going .
B
A drivers license is required for which of the following 1)A- sitting in the drivers seat of a car while the engine is running . 2)B- steering a car while it is being pushed or towed by another vehicle .
Both A &' B
If you wish to pass the car ahead In a two-lane road, you should do which of the following? 1)A - Blow Your horn to signal your intention to the driver of the cars ahead . 2)B- Give a Left turn signal to let the driver behind you know your intention.
Both A &' B
Very slow driving is especially dangerous in which of the following situations? 1)A - Just after passing the crest of a hill 2)B -just after rounding a curve
Both A &' B
Night driving is much more dangerous than daytime driving because? 1)A - A Driver can be blinded by headlights of oncoming vehicles . 2)B- There Are more impaired drivers on the road at night .
Both A And B
A driver who is involved in an accident should do which of the following ? 1)A - make an immediate report to the nearest law enforcement agency when any person is injured or killed or the total damage to vehicles and other property appears to be $1,000 Or more 2)B- Notify his insurance company.
Both A and B
If the driver of an approaching car fails to dim his headlights, you should do which of the following? 1)A - blink your high beams on once. 2)B -Stay on the right side of the road and use the edge of the road as a guide .
Both A and B
If your brakes fail, You should do which of the following ? 1)A - Shift into a lower gear 2)B - use the emergency brake
Both A and B
In which of the following situations should you use your low beams? 1)A - At night in the city 2)B - in foggy or mist weather .
Both A and B
Passing on the right is legal on which of the following? 1)A- on Highways having at least two lanes traveling in each direction. 2)B- On One-way streets where all lanes of traffic move in the same direction.
Both A and B
To get revoke driver's license restored, a person must do which of the following? 1)A - Visit any driver license office . 2)B- pay a restoration fee, and reapply for a license, and take required tests, if any .
Both A and B
What should you do when you begin to skid ? 1)A - turn the steering wheel in the direction the rear of the vehicle is skidding 2)B - Reduce pressure on the gas pedal .
Both A and B
When driving in the city, you should watch out for which of the following ? 1)A - Traffic coming from side treats . 2)B - Pedestrians who might dart onto the street from between parked cars .
Both A and B
Before changing lanes you should? 1)A Check the side rear view mirrors 2)B - Signal and check the blind spot area
Both A and b
If it starts to drizzle rain while you are driving, you should do which of the following? 1)A- slow down because when rain combines with oil from asphalt and vehicles, and with dirt, dust and rubber it creates a slick surface . 2)B - allow at least twice the normal following distance .
Both A and b
Which of the following statements about horns and sirens is ( are ) correct ? 1) A - Every licensed motor vehicle must have a horn in good working order . 2) B-Only law enforcement and emergency vehicles may have sirens
Both A and b
Which of the cars shown may pass
Both cars
A Leaky exhaust system should be repaired because it ? 1)A - wastes gas and Oil 2)B - causes the engine to run hot 3)C - may allow poisonous fumes to enter the car 4)D - makes the engine hard to start and likely to stall
C
A Safe driver does which of the following? 1) A - watches the side of the road over the hood to stay in his lane . 2)B - drinks coffee while driving at night to stay alert . 3)C- Frequently checks the rear view and side mirrors. 4)D - Keeps 2 car lengths between his car and the next car on the expressway.
C
A diamond shaped traffic sign means ? 1) A- No left turn 2)B - Come to a full stop 3)C - Slow down and drive with extra care 4)D - yield the right of way
C
The driver of the car shown should ? 1)A - Apply brake firmly and steadily going down the hill. 2)B - Pumps his Brakes when he reaches the curve . 3)C - use a lower gear when coming down the hill. 4)D - speed up slightly on the curve to maintain control of the car.
C
When driving in a heavy snowstorm during the day, you should use? 1)A -low-beam headlights 2)B - parking Lights 3)C - four-way Flashers 4)D - High Beam headlights
C
When driving through heavy fog, you should? 1)A - turn on your bright lights 2)B -follow the car in front of you closely 3)C - Slow down 4)D - Turn on your parking lights
C
You are driving on an interstate highway when a breakdown forces you to the shoulder. You should? 1)A - Sit in the car until help arrives 2)B - tie a handkerchief to the left door handle and stand beside the left front fender 3)C - raise the hood and tie a white handkerchief to the left door handle . 4) D - raise the hood and stand behind the car so drivers of On-coming cars can see you .
C
Which of the card shown has made a correct turn?
Car 3
Which car shown must yield ?
Car D
The intersection shown has no traffic lights or signs . In Which order should the cars pass through the intersection?
Car b
A Vehicle that sways freely , leans heavily to one side during a turn or bounces is likely to have trouble with which of the following systems ? 1)A- ignition 2)B - steering 3)C- brake 4)D - Suspension
D
Accidents Occur most frequently at which of the following ?
D
If a law enforcement officer swears that a driver has refused a legal chemical test, the division of motor vehicle must? 1)A- Place the driver on probation 2)B-wait for a court decision before taking action 3)C-assign the driver to the driver improvement clinic . 4)D- Revoke the drivers license for at least 30 days and an additional minimum 12-month revocation by the DmV
D
If your vehicle has run off the road onto the shoulder you should? 1)A- shift quickly to a lower gear 2)B -brake with heavy constant pressure 3)C - apply the emergency brake 4)D - slowly remove your foot from the accelerator and steer straight ahead
D
In the situation shown, the rift of way belongs to the
D
The percentage of highway deaths caused by drunken persons is about 1)A - 10% 2)B- 25% 3)C-67% 4)D-38%
D
The system that carries harmful fumes from the engine to the rear of the vehicle to be released is called the ? 1)A - ignition system 2)B - exhaust system 3)C - Suspension system 4)D - fuel system
D
When driving on a long trip, you should? 1)A Rest your eyes from time to time by rubbing them. 2)B- Spend as much time looking in your mirrors as you do looking in front of you. 3)C- keep your eyes on the center of the road straight ahead . 4)D- avoid looking at any one thing for more than a few seconds .
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 of the lane D)move to the outside of the curve
D
Which of the cars below can pass safely
D
Your brake need checking if ? 1)A - there is a strong smell of gasoline in the car 2)B- the engine stalls at stop light 3)C - light guests of wind make the car difficult to control 4) D - there is a squeaking noise when you depress the brake
D
Which of the car shown can pass the truck
D neither car
A Flashing Red traffic signal at an intersection means which of the following? 1)A - Slow down and proceed with Caution 2)B- Stop only if it is necessary to yield the right of way
Neither A Or B
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 ? 1)A- Steer slightly towards the center of the road to give yourself room to clear the corner. 2)B- Hold Your Arn straight out the Window .
Neither A Or B
When can you disregard a signal given by a police officer directing traffic ? 1)A - An Emergency vehicle is approaching 2)B - The officer' signal is in conflict with a traffic signal .
Neither A Or B
When rounding a sharp curve, you should do which of the following 1)A- stay as far to the left of your lane as possible. 2)B - Apply your brake in the sharpest part of the curve.
Neither A Or B
Which of the following statements concerning speed limits on the open road in North Carolina is (Are) correct? 1)A - unless otherwise posted, the speed limit for passenger cars and pickup trucks is 65mph. 2)B- the Speed limit for school activity bus is 35mph.
Neither A Or B
The car rounding the curve shown has a tendency to follow which path.
Path C
The intersection shown has no traffic lights or signs. The law gives the right of way to?
Picture ... B